Ehrenkreuz Riethel

Volkesfeld

The honor cross was inaugurated on the "Riethel" on November 18, 1954 as a cross of honor for those who fell in the First and Second World Wars.

From the location of the cross, which also serves as a lookout point, you have a great view of the village and the surrounding area.
In 2006 lighting was installed so that the basalt cross can be recognized as a "landmark" in the dark.

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Liege am Ehrenkreuz Riethel, © Jürgen Thierfelder

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Ehrenkreuz Riethel, © Jürgen Thierfelder

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At a glance

Opening hours

From January 1st to January 1st
Monday
00:00 - 23:59

Tuesday
00:00 - 23:59

Wednesday
00:00 - 23:59

Thursday
00:00 - 23:59

Friday
00:00 - 23:59

Saturday
00:00 - 23:59

Sunday
00:00 - 23:59

Place

Volkesfeld

Contact

Riethel
Am Riethel
56745 Volkesfeld

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