Maternus (4th century; died ca. 328), also referred to as Sint-Maternus, Maternus van Keulen or Maternus van Tongeren, was the third bishop of Trier and is also considered the first bishop of both Cologne and Tongeren. He is venerated as a saint in the Roman Catholic Church. He is invoked as the patron saint against fever and infectious diseases and is also the patron saint of winegrowers. His feast day is on September 14

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Saint Maternus converted Tongeren in the 4th century and at the same time became bishop of Trier, Cologne and Tongeren.

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1. Statue of Ambiorix (Tongeren) – Trail along the Jeker loop from Tongeren

14.2km

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2. Birdhouse Tree – Trail along the Jeker loop from Rutten

9.43km

02:25

40m

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3. Narrow path – Widooie Castle loop from Tongeren

24.0km

06:13

150m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 90 m

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Thursday 29 January

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Location: South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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Statue of Saint Maternus

1. Statue of Ambiorix (Tongeren) – Trail along the Jeker loop from Tongeren

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