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Railway line 47, the section of the Vennbahn between Sankt Vith and Troisvierges, was commissioned in late 1889 and crossed the Our River via a brick viaduct near the German village of Hemmeres.
Vennbahn: points of interests
The Vennbahn is one of Europe’s longest and most unique cycle paths, stretching approximately 125 kilometres through Germany, Belgium, and Luxembourg. Built on a former railway line, it offers a flat and accessible route ideal for cyclists, walkers, and nature enthusiasts. The trail meanders through the High Fens (Hautes Fagnes) scenic landscapes, quaint villages, and lush forests, blending nature with history. Known for its quirky border crossings, the Vennbahn briefly crosses into Germany while remaining Belgian territory, creating a fascinating geographical curiosity. It's a peaceful journey through a historically rich and picturesque region.
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Height differences in the landscape, forests, or rivers? In the late nineteenth century, nothing could stop the construction of railway line 47 between Sankt Vith and Troisvierges in Luxembourg. Along with railway line 48, this route formed the historic Vennbahn, where iron ores and coal were transported.
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A turntable, signal box, rails and mechanical signals: the former station of Sourbrodt along the Vennbahn treats you to unique historical railway heritage.
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Right on the border between Belgium and Luxembourg, the Huldange tunnel was inaugurated in 1889, the last hurdle for goods trains running on the Vennbahn.
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In 1916, the German army constructed a 285-metre-long viaduct in the village of Born in just eight months.
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Coal trains, military transports and steam locomotives across the High Fens have made way for cyclists on the historic Vennbahn—a report of the route between the German city Aachen and Waismes, in Belgium.
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Where the Vennbahn cuts through Lammersdorf, Germany, you collide with a row of concrete dragon's teeth.
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