Redoubt Carvium Novum - Lobith

In Roman times, when the Netherlands was part of the Roman Empire, Carvium Novum was an important strategic point. The location served as a crucial link in the trade routes the Romans used to supply their empire.

During the Eighty Years' War (1568-1648), the Redoute Carvium Novum played an important role in the defence of the Dutch Republic against Spanish rule. A redoubt was a kind of watchtower that had to give alarm signals if the Spaniards appeared on the other side. There was therefore space on such a tower for a fire pit for giving the signals. The shape and historical importance of these redoubts along the Lower Rhine and Waal rivers inspired the current redoubts on Gelderland Island.

Redoute Carvium Novum is one of two newly constructed lookout mounds with sweeping views over the wetlands. Redoute Ossewaard is the other. The Redoute Carvium Novum is located directly on a cycle path and you can climb the large concrete steps to enjoy the view while being aware of the history of this special place.