World War II Horse Trough – Fidei Observation Tower, Rodt loop from Zemmer

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Rhineland-Palatinate

Landkreis Trier-Saarburg

Zemmer

World War II Horse Trough – Fidei Observation Tower, Rodt loop from Zemmer

Moderate

4.9

(10)

hikers

World War II Horse Trough – Fidei Observation Tower, Rodt loop from Zemmer

03:17

12.0km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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791 m

Alter Pfarrweg (Old Parish Path) Creek and Wooden Bridge

Highlight • River

5.59 km

Bernat Cross and Rest Area

Highlight • Monument

This cross is a thank you cross donated by Bernart Schmit von Zemmer. After an accident while working in the fields, he was seriously injured, was rescued and survived. The sign shows the year 1635.

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6.89 km

Römische Langmauer (Rekonstruktion)

Archaeological Site

8.47 km

World War II Horse Trough

Highlight • Historical Site

The horse trough was built in 1940 by the soldiers who were staying in five bunkers located in the fields between Rodt and Zemmer. As the name suggests, it was …

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8.49 km

Relax loungers with a view of the Moselle Valley and Luxembourg

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The two relaxation loungers are a welcome opportunity for a break on our hike on the Eifelsteig. Once seated, you can enjoy a great view from here. If the weather …

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9.08 km

Fidei Observation Tower, Rodt

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful view, just before the tower there is a nice seating area for a lunch break.

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12.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.15 km

2.97 km

1.12 km

777 m

Surfaces

3.65 km

3.43 km

2.50 km

1.92 km

529 m

Elevation

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Highest point (400 m)

Lowest point (310 m)

Weather

Friday 16 October

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Comments

May 10, 2025,Grunsgraben Erlebnis -Tour

The starting point is in Rodt at the observation tower.
The route requires a bit of stamina, but even at the start at the Rodt observation tower, with its panoramic view of the Eifel, the walk is beautiful. Part of the tour follows the "Eifelsteig" premium hiking trail.
The hike is varied, with much to see and discover: the reconstructed …

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