Aquäduktbrücke über die Swist

The archaeological site features remnants of a 1400-meter-long aqueduct bridge that crossed the Swist River at a height of 10 meters.

Built in the first century, this aqueduct bridge formed part of the Eifel water pipeline system that supplied fresh water to Roman Cologne.

The bridge structure demonstrates advanced Roman engineering techniques, with 295 arch openings and water channels measuring 70 centimeters in width.

Visitors can explore the site along the Roman Canal Trail at Station 35, where a reconstructed pillar illustrates the original construction.

Archaeological excavations in 1981 revealed a preserved pillar foundation measuring 1.2 by 1.8 meters, with evidence of additional pillars spaced 3.55 meters apart.

GPS coordinates: 50.64111,7.01306

Latest update: May 11, 2025 12:31