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Charlie Cosh
December 9, 2022
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An impressive a sizeable fort. The fort was actually built in the 19th century but was incorporated into the French Maginot line.
Dirk Rüger
July 15, 2025
Hiking
🛡️ **Fort de Guentrange – German Fortification above Thionville**
The **Fort de Guentrange** was built between 1899 and 1906 by the German Reich Army when Thionville (then Diedenhofen) was part of the German Empire. It is one of the best-preserved forts along the Moselle River and part of the so-called **Moselstellung** – a defensive line against France.
🔩 The fortress is strategically located above the town, overlooking the Moselle Valley. It consists of underground passages, casemates, ammunition depots, and observation towers – some still with their original furnishings.
The **Fort de Guentrange** was built between 1899 and 1906 by the German Reich Army when Thionville (then Diedenhofen) was part of the German Empire. It is one of the best-preserved forts along the Moselle River and part of the so-called **Moselstellung** – a defensive line against France.
🔩 The fortress is strategically located above the town, overlooking the Moselle Valley. It consists of underground passages, casemates, ammunition depots, and observation towers – some still with their original furnishings.
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4.4
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25
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12.2km
03:19
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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21
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8.47km
02:26
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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23
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5.18km
01:30
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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