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Geeser DreesTip for the kitchen

In many villages in the Vulkaneifel - and especially here in Gees - the water from some springs used to be used as a leavening agent in baking. Even today, some people swear by adding carbonated mineral water to the dough. If you also want to try it: The Geeser Drees is freely accessible and can be tasted.

Info

  • Coordinates: 50°13.245’N, 6°42.192’E
  • Municipality/location: Gees
  • Altitude: 418 m above sea level
  • Water temp: 10.8 °C

  • Kinder am Geeser Drees © Natur- und Geopark Vulkaneifel GmbH, Kappest
  • Geeser Drees © Natur- und Geopark Vulkaneifel GmbH, Kappest

The source here in Gees bubbles up in a sandstone surround with a very unique mineralization. The Geeser Drees is one of the iron-rich springs, which can be easily recognized by the fact that the water drains and the spring pot are covered with rust-red iron oxides and hydroxides.

Highlights nearby

Hiking trails

One of our hiking routes leads through the Geeser Forest, others go along rivers and streams. Hike over hills, rocks and maars - the Vulkaneifel has more than just one landscape to offer.

Guided tours

Location

B410 coming from Gerolstein in the direction of Pelm, turn right onto the K33 to Gees, in Gees, just before leaving the town, turn left at the fire station at the sign “Zum Drees” and park, follow the path to Drees.

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