RODEMACK-BOLER TRAIL

Created in 1990 by the Association "Les Amis des Vieilles Pierres pour la Sauvegarde de Rodemack", the Medieval Garden evokes the “hortus conclusus” of fortified castles. It is an enclosed garden with cultivated areas forming geometric patterns. Each cultivated area is bordered by a cobblestone path. Several species are found here : Medicinal plants: borage, salad burnet, camomile, lemon balm, sage, etc. Herbs and fragrant plants: patience dock, tarragon, Welsh onion, lavender, angelica, savory, etc. Flowers: cornflower, forget-me-not, lupin, China aster, and last but not least: rose, the ultimate medieval flower. Various trees and trimmed hedges are planted around the garden, such as blackcurrant, medlar, and cherry.

Mr Thil’s apple trees produce lovely crisp fruit in his orchard in Rodemack, maturing slowly then used to create a smooth, sweet drink.

Known as the "Croix de la Louve" or "Calvaire du moulin de Boler", this calvary was erected in 1713 by François Lapierre. Legend has it that Pierre and Madeleine, a couple returning from the cemetery after losing their son, were attacked by a wolf. But the couple was defended by an army of crows who pounced on the animal and gouged out its eyes. The wolf then fled and in gratitude for this miracle, the couple had this Calvary built (Bildstock). Each of the sides of the Calvary has a different design, which is sure to interest you.

Rodemack, awarded as a "Plus Beaux Villages de France" (Most Beatiful Village of France) has a rich architectural and natural heritage. Nicknamed the "Little Carcassonne of Lorraine", this medieval village is still surrounded by 800m of battlements dating from the 15th century and you enter it via the fortified gate of Sierck, which was built by the inhabitants themselves in the 14th century. There is a signposted walking route around the village.