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Guided hike along the inspiring “Medieval Trail”
Simply stunning: Explore the ‘Medieval Path’ together with our hiking guide, who has a detailed knowledge of the region’s landscape and people. The round hiking tour [...]
read onWild herb hiking in the footsteps of Saint Hildegard of Bingen
The guided wild herb hiking tours along the Medieval Trail are very much dominated by the legendary Saint Hildegard of Bingen (approx. 1098 - 1179) Together with a certified nature [...]
read onHunsrück’s stony treasures – Guided mineral and fossil expedition
Under the guidance of an experienced tour guide you will collect minerals and fossils located at original digging sites in the area, while also learning more about the region’s [...]
read onCreative seminar "Polishing gemstones for both young and old"
Together with the company Louis-Gottlieb & Söhne we offer creative courses:A) Demonstration course / duration: 2 hoursCourse content: General introduction to polishing [...]
read onGemstone camp at the gemstone mines in Steinkaulenberg
"Treasure hunters" can go in search of agates, amethysts, rock crystals, jasper, and smoky quartz during the gemstone camp. Hoes, pickaxes and spades are available to the treasure [...]
read onHistoric Herrstein – vibrant Middle Ages
Take a memorable trip into the past, and experience the vibrant Middle Ages! How did people live and work back then? The answers await you here: in front of and behind the [...]
read onGemstone digging site at the Gemstone Adventure World
Outstanding educational fun for children and teenagers! In the gemstone digging site, which is protected from the wind and rain, children and adolescents can dig in a type of rock [...]
read onMysterious, fiery Herrstein – tour by torchlight through the historic town centre
Spark-filled, mediaeval atmosphere, dim lit alleyways and unfamiliar shadows align the rustic house walls. As sunset approaches, the town of Herrstein as it was in centuries past [...]
read onGuided minerals search in the quarry “Juchem”
At the weekend you have the opportunity to go in search of minerals in the “Juchem” quarry (between Fischbach and Niederwörresbach). Treasure hunters will be given the [...]
read onGemstone digging at the historic “Weiherschleife” Cutting Mill
Children and adolescents alike can use sand screens to dig for the coveted minerals hidden away in a sheltered sandpit at the Historic “Weiherschleife” Cutting Mill, which has [...]
read onAgate heap – company Lemke, Bruchweiler
Borrow a bucket or even a wheelbarrow, and kick-start your treasure hunt atop the agate heap at the company Lemke. Any agate pieces or leftover material that you can place in your [...]
read onCreative seminar “Designing jewellery”
Delve into the world of Idar-Oberstein’s creative talents, and design your very own personal jewellery items. Over the course of 25 teaching hours, a goldsmith will demonstrate [...]
read onThe way of the gemstone – from its origin to the final polish
Gigantic lava flows forged their way over many centuries past from the earth’s core to its surface. Dazzling minerals are the result of this spectacular natural event. During [...]
read onSpecialist seminar – “Gemmology"
“You’re interested in gemstones" and have always wanted to know more about the topic? Together with the German Gemmological Society e.V. (Die Deutsche Gemmologische [...]
read onIdar-Oberstein – Three glittering days
You too are just a stone’s throw away from unique adventures, during which you will discover the gemstone and jewellery-rich history of Idar-Oberstein.
read onExperience industrial history up close
Experience amazing industrial history – Discover the industrial era during the blossoming period of Art Déco and Art Nouveau. Idar-Oberstein’s [...]
read onCulinary delights “down the mine” – a very special experience
Do you love the extraordinary? Now then, you will love the culinary delights that await you in a very special location with a unique atmosphere: Descend into the hollows of the [...]
read onHigh-carat and interesting – a very special wine tasting
Allow yourself to be mesmerised by the world of gemstones and wines.You can enjoy these two treasures of the earth during a culinary wine tasting session with a beautiful ambience. [...]
read on3 days of unlimited gemstone experience
In EdelSteinLandthere is so much to discover! Visit the German Gemstone Museum (Deutsche Edelsteinmuseum), with specialist facilities for guests with limited mobility, and [...]
read onOur ranger and adventure tours
Why not accompany our Rangers during one of their monitoring and observation tours through the Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park. Cast a glance over the shoulders of the [...]
read on4 days of unlimited Edelstein adventure
Enjoy barrier-free Edelstein adventure! Visit the former “Erbstollen” main mine shaft at the Fischbach Copper Mine and be amazed by the beautifully crafted exhibition on show [...]
read onChildren's adventure day underground at the Fischbach Copper Mine
Experience the magic together with your children and youth groupto be had in the fascinating underground world at the Fischbach/Nahe Copper Mine. The dwarfs mentioned in our fairy [...]
read onThree National Park adventure days for groups
Kick-start your three-day adventure tour to discover the highlights on offer in the EdelSteinLand and the Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park.
read onAltstadtführung (Oberstein)
Unsere Gästeführer warten nur darauf, Sie vor der malerischen Kulisse der Obersteiner Altstadt mit ihrer bewegten Geschichte in den Bann ziehen zu dürfen. Begonnen [...]
read onUnderground mining in EdelSteinLand
During a guided tour of the gemstone mines in Steinkaulenberg – the only gemstone mine accessible to the public in Europe – and the copper mine in Fischbach, you will [...]
read onNational Park try-out days
Discover the Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park during a short trip to EdelSteinLand. Accompany the Ranger on his tour through the National Park and visit Wildenburg Castle, gateway [...]
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