29.11.2025

Low season in Worriken, activities, Christmas fairs and winter sports

Low season in Bütgenbach: activities in Worriken, Christmas markets and winter sports on the unique lake

Activities in the off-season

Even during the low season, Worriken offers plenty of activities to enjoy together — both indoors and outdoors.

  • Treasure Hunt & Village Rally: Discover Worriken and Bütgenbach in a playful way with fun challenges along the route.
  • Swimming Pool: Overnight guests can use the swimming pool free of charge. Please note: the pool will be closed till 19 December 2025 for annual maintenance.
  • Tennis & Squash: Ready for some action? Our indoor tennis and squash courts are perfect for an energetic workout or a friendly match.
  • Disc Golf: Give disc golf a try! This modern and entertaining activity is great fun for all ages.
  • Table Tennis & Petanque: Timeless favourites that always bring joy and a bit of friendly competition — whether you choose table tennis or petanque.
  • Board Games: For cosy evenings or rainy days, a selection of board games is available at the Mercator restaurant – ideal for relaxed moments together.
  • Sauna: relaxation after an exciting day full of activities!

Excursions

Worriken is ideally located: Nearby you will find many attractions such as the

  • Slate galleries of Recht,
  • Reinhardstein Castle and the picturesque
  • High Fens with its nature park centre.
  • You can also visit the highest point in Belgium, Botrange, and many other highlights that the region has to offer.
  • Malmedy, a charming town full of atmosphere and activities
  • Monschau, a picture-perfect town just across the German border. Famous for its half-timbered houses, narrow old town, the Rur river, and romantic atmosphere.

Discover all the excursion destinations around Worriken here!

Indoor activities in the Worriken area

Büllingen – 5 km from Worriken

Malmedy – 15 km from Worriken

Monschau – 20 km from Worriken

Further Away – East Belgium

Christmas markets

Christmas markets are lit up everywhere and bring light into the dark season. There are numerous Christmas markets to discover in our area! You can find an overview at www.butgenbach.info.

Where has the water gone?

From late summer, the water in Lake Bütgenbach is drained to make room for meltwater. The result is a fascinating and unique landscape that is well worth discovering!

Tip: Take a walk around the lake and let yourself be enchanted by the tranquil and perhaps even wintry atmosphere.

Cross-country skiing directly on site

If there is enough snow, the cross-country ski trails are tracked and you can put on your cross-country skis directly on site. Overnight guests receive a 50 % discount on ski equipment hire!

Plan your stay in the low season and discover the variety of our activities. It’s the perfect time to try out new things and experience unforgettable moments!