Local community of Roth an der Our

Discover Roth an der Our in the southern Eifel!

Roth an der Our is a picturesque village in the Eifel district of Bitburg-Prüm in Rhineland-Palatinate and belongs to the municipality of Südeifel. The village is idyllically situated in the Südeifel Nature Park, surrounded by a gentle hilly and wooded landscape that is perfect for nature lovers and hikers.

Public facilities:

Roth an der Our has a village community center and a barbecue hut.

Sights and culture:

• St. John's Church:
  The Catholic parish church of St. Peter and Paul, also known as St. John's Church, was built in the 13th century and originally served as a Templar commandery. The ornate Romanesque capitals, the late Gothic paintings in the southern side choir and the Baroque altar are particularly noteworthy. The church can be visited, for example, on the circular hiking trail no. 42 of the Southern Eifel Nature Park.
• Roth Castle:
  Today's Roth Castle largely dates back to a new building from 1733, which was necessary after the original buildings had fallen into disrepair. The oldest parts of the castle date back to the 13th century. The complex was destroyed during the Second World War and rebuilt in 1958 with a third floor.

Nature and leisure:

• Hikes:
  The area around Roth an der Our offers numerous hiking trails that lead through the unspoiled nature of the southern Eifel. The varied landscape invites you to take relaxing walks and cycle tours. The routes through the Southern Eifel Nature Park are particularly beautiful, offering breathtaking views of the landscape.

Traditional events:

• Original Eifel flea market: The traditional flea market in Roth an der Our takes place every year on the first weekend in July. This event attracts numerous visitors and offers a variety of stalls selling second-hand goods, antiques and handicrafts.

Experience the harmonious combination of history, culture and nature in Roth an der Our and be enchanted by the idyllic landscape of the southern Eifel!