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Get InspiredEuropeGermanyRheinland PfalzMayenEisenbahnviadukt, Mayen

Eisenbahnviadukt, Mayen

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Eisenbahnviadukt, Mayen
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Eisenbahnviadukt, Mayen
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Eisenbahnviadukt, Mayen
Photo by Stephan Otto Hafner from Google Places
Eisenbahnviadukt, Mayen
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Eisenbahnviadukt, Mayen
Photo by marcel timmer from Google Places
Eisenbahnviadukt, Mayen
Photo by Michael Neth from Google Places
Eisenbahnviadukt, Mayen
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The Eisenbahnviadukt in Mayen is a striking example of late 19th-century railway engineering, completed in 1895 to serve the Eifelquerbahn between Andernach and Gerolstein. Spanning 100 meters and rising 20 meters above the Nette Valley, the structure remains a prominent landmark despite sustaining damage during World War II. Visitors traveling toward Weibern can admire its massive stone arches, though some areas have become overgrown with local foliage over time. It offers a quiet, reflective stop for those interested in the region's transport history and architectural heritage.

The Eisenbahnviadukt in Mayen is a striking example of late 19th-century railway engineering, completed in 1895 to serve the Eifelquerbahn between Andernach and Gerolstein. Spanning 100 meters and rising 20 meters above the Nette Valley, the structure remains a prominent landmark despite sustaining damage during World War II. Visitors traveling toward Weibern can admire its massive stone arches, though some areas have become overgrown with local foliage over time. It offers a quiet, reflective stop for those interested in the region's transport history and architectural heritage.

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Address
Bürresheimer Str., 56727 Mayen, Germany
Hours
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Open 24 hours

Highlights

  • Completed in 1895 as part of the Eifelquerbahn.

  • Stands 20 meters high and spans 100 meters.

  • Located in the picturesque Nette Valley.

  • Historical site with World War II significance.

Best For

History enthusiasts and scenic photography.

Occasion Tags

Tourists, Locals

Reviews

4.4
Great7 reviews

The Eisenbahnviadukt in Mayen is viewed as a significant historical landmark, particularly by those interested in railway heritage and engineering. Reviewers highlight its impressive scale, noting it is approximately 20 meters high and 100 meters long. Built in 1895, it is recognized for its role in the former Eifelquerbahn line and its survival through World War II damage. While the structure is described as magnificent, some visitors have pointed out that it is currently quite overgrown with trees. It is frequently seen by travelers driving through the Nette Valley toward Weibern. Overall, it is considered a beautiful and historically rich point of interest in the Mayen area.

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Location

Mayen, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany