What do a winegrowing center and a hydroelectric power plant have in common? You might think it’s an odd pairing, but here in Ellenz-Poltersdorf, they coexist beautifully. Ellenz-Poltersdorf is an Ortsgemeinde, a municipality on the Moselle River. This village is located right in the middle of the “Cochemer Krampen”, a stretch of the Moselle known for its winding bends. Ellenz-Poltersdorf itself sits on a point bar, a landform created by the river’s curves. The history of Ellenz-Poltersdorf dates back to around 1100. You can find the first documentation of Ellenz in a directory of holdings from the Karden Monastery. Poltersdorf followed a bit later, with its first mention in 1178. For centuries, this area was under the rule of various powers, from the Electorate of Trier to the Kingdom of Prussia. Today, Ellenz-Poltersdorf is part of Rhineland-Palatinate. While strolling through Ellenz-Poltersdorf, you can enjoy the charming sights. Look out for the “Ellenzer Goldbäumchen”, a well-known vineyard. And did you know that just a short distance from here, near the Fankel Weir, is the main control center for all the hydroelectric stations on the German parts of the Moselle and Saar rivers? It’s quite a remarkable feat of engineering. So, Ellenz-Poltersdorf offers a captivating blend of history, natural beauty, and modern technology.
Weinbergshäuschen
Did you spot that small stone building nestled among the vines? That’s the Weinbergshäuschen. This little vineyard house has a