Blind-walkers - World War II bomb will be exploded nearby Niederwalddenkmal
In the vicinity of the Niederwalddenkmal in Rüdesheim (Rheingau-Taunus-District), a 500 kilogramme World War II bomb is scheduled to be detonated in the afternoon. According to the Fire Department, Civil Protection, and Rescue Services, an area with a radius of one kilometer around the discovery site will be evacuated. Approximately 650 people in the Aulhausen district are affected. The detonation is planned for 2 pm.
The area around the Niederwalddenkmal is reportedly closed off. Additionally, the cable cars in Rüdesheim are halted until the bomb is successfully detonated. The Blindgänger was discovered on a Wednesday.
The evacuation of the Aulhausen district in the Rheingau-Taunus-District is a result of the consequences of war, specifically the discovery of a World War II bomb. The consequences of this war relic are far-reaching, leading to the suspension of tourist attractions like the cable cars in Rudesheim during the emergency procedure. Historically, Rudesheim, located in Hesse, has witnessed various events throughout its history, and this recent event adds to its narrative.
