Preist: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

When looking for a holiday apartment to rent in Preist, attention turns to a place where ecclesiastical architectural history, archaeological traces and rural leisure activities exist side by side.

Culture

The former tower of St. Cecilia's Chapel is described as a landmark of Preist. Today's St. Cecilia's Church in Preist was built in 1867/68 and ceremonially reopened in 2025 after extensive renovation. In the cemetery of Preist, an old, legendary church tower is designated as a war memorial.

History

Preist is home to an extensive prehistoric rampart. The Rotlei ring rampart is a well-preserved fortification dating from the Iron Age. It is located on a spur projecting westward above the Kyll, west of Preist's sports field, and covers approximately 2.4 hectares. Archaeological finds from the Rotlei ring rampart indicate that the area east of the fortification was inhabited.

Leisure

Preist is surrounded by paved farm tracks that are suitable for walks. There is also a barbecue hut suitable for holding celebrations. Tennis is listed among Preist's local leisure facilities and activities.

A nearby fishing pond associated with Preist is described as a place to relax on hot days.

Surroundings

The Stausee-Prümtal Route is a circular hiking trail around the Bitburg Reservoir with four rest and contemplation spots in the NaturWanderPark delux. The surrounding Eifel landscape in the Eifel district of Bitburg-Prüm offers opportunities for hiking and cycling.

Other places: Philippsheim, Orenhofen, Hosten.

To the higher-level travel overview: Speicher.