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Visit the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg

Interactive and richly illustrated, the Luxembourg Tourist Office website showcases the appeal and diversity of Luxembourg's tourist attractions. Visitors will find a comprehensive range of tourism-related information, such as special offers, suggested activities, an events calendar, a travel guide, and more.

The Luxembourg countryside is magnificent. It is well worth seeing and exploring. Below are our favorite spots and tips.

If you want to stay longer than a day, all campsites, farm stays, and chalets can be found on these websites: www.camping.lu and www.gites.lu. You can also check out the range of youth hostels on offer.

Visit Luxembourg's historical sites

There are several historical sites open to visitors, including castles that bear witness to Luxembourg's history and culture. In addition, you can also visit the museums of Luxembourg City and the Grand Duchy.

Clervaux Castle

Clervaux Castle was originally a medieval castle built in several stages. Located on a rocky outcrop in the north of Luxembourg, it overlooks the houses of the village of Clervaux.

The Luxembourg government, which owns the site, completely renovated the building after it was destroyed during World War II. Clervaux Castle now houses three very interesting museums:

• the Museum of the Battle of the Ardennes ( winter 1944/1945),
• the Museum of Luxembourg Fortress Models
• the fabulous collection of photographs "The Family of Man" by Edward Steichen.

Vianden Castle

Built from the 5th century onwards on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Our Valley, Vianden Castle took on its current form in the 11th century. It welcomes more than 200,000 visitors annually . Vianden Castle is one of the most visited sites in Luxembourg.

Located in the Luxembourg Ardennes, Vianden Castle is a majestic medieval castle-palace. It features numerous defensive systems (ramparts, drawbridge, portcullis, etc.). Following an application submitted to UNESCO in 2012, Vianden Castle is recognized as a "remarkable cultural element, deserving of conservation and protection."

The Nassau family acquired this residence from the Counts of Vianden through inheritance. It remained the property of the Grand Ducal family of Luxembourg until 1977. It was then transferred to the Luxembourg state, which undertook its restoration.

Every year in August, its medieval festival recreates the folkloric atmosphere of the period.

A suggestion: take a stroll through Vianden and, if you're not afraid of heights, take the chairlift.

Valley of the Seven Castles

The Valley of the Seven Castles will take you to see seven impressive and very different castles. All of them bear witness to Luxembourg's history, and some have been completely restored. Others can only be viewed from the outside.

The seven castles are located in Koerich, Septfontaines, Ansemburg, Hollenfels, Schoenfels, and Mersch. They can be visited on a 24-km road trip through beautiful countryside.

You can also follow the walking or cycling trail along the Eisch Valley (37 km) for a beautiful hike. The Eisch Valley was once a steel production site. You can still find caves where miners' families once lived. Today, it is a protected natural area.

Beaufort Castles

These two castles are well worth a visit. The medieval castle dates back to the 11th century and is now in ruins. The Renaissance castle is open to visitors. Take the opportunity to taste Cassero, a delicious liqueur made from blackberries. The area is also a good starting point for walks in the Müllerthal region.

Bourglinster Castle

You can also visit Bourglinster Castle, which dates back to the 11th century. Although its gourmet restaurant, La Distillerie, has moved to Findel, there is still a brasserie called "Côté Cour."

Museums of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg

When visiting Luxembourg, be sure to visit its museums to gain a better understanding of the country's culture and history.

We particularly recommend the Printing Museum in Grevenmacher and the Museum of Brewing and Tanning at Wiltz Castle. The Rural and Craft Museum in Peppange can also teach you about life in Luxembourg in times gone by. More information about Luxembourg's museums can be found on this page.

Steel industry and iron mines in Luxembourg

DiscoverLuxembourg's industrial history through the iron mines in the south of the country. Minett Park is a leisure park built around the theme of mining. Some leisure parks are also a great way to combine tourism with culture and fun. Don't forget them!

If you want to see the Belval blast furnaces in a festive atmosphere, don't miss the Fête des Hauts-Fourneaux (Blast Furnace Festival) in early July.

The Müllerthal region, a must-see for nature lovers

The Müllerthal region is one of Luxembourg's must-see destinations. Also known as "Little Switzerland," this region is a must for hiking in Luxembourg!

Natur & Geopark Mëllerdall, listed as a UNESCO Global Geopark

The Müllerthal region has an astonishing geology. It is listed as a UNESCO Global Geopark. The landscapes are magnificent. The various rock formations also have surprising names. The vegetation is also remarkable for its diversity.

To help you plan your stay or even a single day's walk, contact the Regional Tourist Office of the Mullerthal-Little Switzerland Luxembourg Region (ORT).

Family hikes in Luxembourg's Little Switzerland

The region is ideal for hiking. Walkers can explore the forests amid huge cliffs and narrow valleys. Many of the trails are marked and accessible to all levels and ages. They are perfect for wonderful family walks.

However, be mindful of the weather. Some trails may be difficult to access depending on the weather conditions.

As you explore the region, don't miss the famous Schiessentümpel waterfall, which can be found on all Müllerthal postcards. Guided tours are available on request.

Every year, experienced hikers eagerly await the Mullerthal Trail Season Opening event.

Trails in the Müllerthal

The Müllerthal Trail is very well known, stretching 112 kilometers. It has been awarded the "Leading Quality Trails – Best of Europe" label.

Every year in September, the famous Mullerthal Ultra Trail takes place. The most experienced trail runners compete against the best on the narrow paths and among the rocks of Luxembourg's Little Switzerland. With six races on the program, there is something for all ages and fitness levels. You can even earn qualifying points for the UTMB®.

Are you a trail running enthusiast? The DKV Urban Trail in Luxembourg is a sporting event not to be missed. You're sure to find a course that's right for you.

Echternach, Luxembourg's oldest town

The town of Echternach is the capital of the region and the oldest town in Luxembourg. Located in the heart of the Mullerthal, the town is best known for its dancing procession, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Basilica of Saint Willibrord is also worth a visit.

There is also a Roman villa, one of the largest in the region. The villa had no fewer than 70 rooms.

Take the opportunity to visit Echternach Abbey and its museum. It houses manuscripts by Benedictine monks.

Lake Echternach offers a variety of water sports and activities. You can go pedal boating or fishing if you have a fishing license. The path around the lake is ideal for rollerblading or cycling.

In summer, you can attend the e-Lake music festival or watch a movie at the open-air cinema.

Echternach also has a youth hostel that offers a range of activities, including climbing on a 14-meter-high wall.

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Luxembourg Ardennes region

Upper Sûre Nature Park

The Upper Sûre Nature Park, or Naturpark Öewersauer in Luxembourgish, is a magnificent wooded and agricultural region with rolling hills. It is Luxembourg's first nature park. The Upper Sûre Nature Park belongs to the Eisleck region in the northwest of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.

The Upper Sûre Nature Park is ideal for family tourism in the great outdoors in the wooded Ardennes region.

Visit the Upper Sûre Nature Park

The Park House will provide you with all the information you need about the Nature Park and activities in the region. A mobile app about the Nature Park will give you all the useful information you need and tell you about activities to enjoy there. An interactive exhibition will give you a better understanding of the region and its natural beauty. You can also buy regional products there. Located in a former drapery factory, you can visit a museum dedicated to fabric manufacturing.

Camping areas are available for tourists.

Take the opportunity to admire the village of Esch-sur-Sûre, nestled in the meanders of the Upper Sûre. It is overlooked by a ruined manor house.

You will also find a tree-top adventure course in Heiderscheid.

Hiking in the Upper Sûre Park

The Öewersauer Nature Park offers fabulous hiking and biking opportunities on well-maintained trails.

The park covers an area of over 160 km2, with a rich diversity of landscapes. Hikers can explore wooded high plateaus and natural valleys. There are over 700 km of marked trails for hikers to enjoy.

The Upper Sûre Lake and its water sports center in Lultzhausen

At the center of the Nature Park, the artificial Lake Haute-Sûre supplies drinking water to most of Luxembourg. Since the 1950s, a dam has cut across the bed of the Haute-Sûre river, creating an artificial lake.

Today, you can enjoy a wide range of water sports on the Upper Sûre Lake.

You can swim in the lake at various locations, including Lultzhausen, Insenborn, Baschleiden, and Liefrange. Swimming is regulated and supervised. The water sports center offers visitors modern, high-performance sports equipment.

Book in advance to discover the flora and fauna of the Upper Sûre Lake aboard the Inselborn solar boat. The trip lasts two hours. During the boat trip, there is a stop to visit the Forest Discovery Center.

Our River Nature Park

The Our Nature Park is located northeast of the Oesling region in Luxembourg, in the Ardennes. Covering more than 300 km², it is a traditionally rural and agricultural area. It is a favorite destination for hiking and nature enthusiasts.

Hiking in the Our Nature Park

The Our region is well worth a visit for a day or even several days. You will discover magnificent landscapes with plateaus and steep-sided valleys. The region offers a wide variety of flora and fauna.

Follow the marked trails on foot, Nordic walking, or mountain biking, and let yourself be enchanted by the superb views.

Events are regularly organized in the municipalities that make up the nature park. You can find a calendar of events here.

Robbesscheier Nature Center and Living Museum in Munshausen

Robbessheier is a tourist center and eco-museum. It offers many activities and attractions for the whole family.

Discover the draft horse in this tourist area dedicated to the Ardennes draft horse. Enjoy a carriage ride in the heart of the magnificent Our Nature Park. You can also learn how to work with a draft horse and even take a multi-day training course.

You can visit the museum and watermill, ride donkeys, or thresh hay. Take part in workshops on baking, sawmilling, blacksmithing, ceramics, candle making, and jam making. In June, honey extraction takes center stage. In August and September, you can take part in the potato harvest.

You can enjoy natural, homemade cuisine made from farm produce on site . Lots of ingredients for a great day out!

Other family activities in the Our

For adventure outings and/or a wonderful day out with the family, don't miss:

• Indian Forest Adventure Park
• Sound Trail in the Our Nature Park. This hiking trail dotted with sound installations will delight families. Over nearly 6.5 km in the Our Nature Park, everyone can make music as they please while listening to the sounds of nature. Guided tours are available on request and last 3 hours.
• The Luxembourg Ardennes also host the Broom Festival during the Pentecost weekend in Wiltz.

The Luxembourg Moselle Valley

The Moselle Valley, "Miselerland," is a magnificent region. It can be visited on foot or by car for those in a hurry, by boat or bicycle for others... Whatever the season, it is a region that is well worth a visit. In spring or autumn, you will be enchanted! In addition to its wine-growing tradition, the Moselle Valley offers a wide range of activities to suit all tastes.

In September, this wine-growing region celebrates the end of the harvest with the traditional "Hunnefeier." On this occasion, the town of Schengen hosts numerous flea market stalls, wine tastings, and local food tastings. Street performers are also present, along with other entertainment.

Wine tourism, cellar tours and wine tasting

Wine tourism enthusiasts should follow the "Weinstross" Wine Route. It is signposted and marked with arrows on the roads and winds its way along the banks of the Moselle.

Take the time to stop in the various wine-growing villages to soak up their charm: Wellenstein, Bech-Kleinmacher, Wormeldange, etc. Visit the various crémant and wine cellars. Taste the different grape varieties and enjoy the local produce.

In addition to the large crémant cellars, you will discover small wine producers. Moselle wine producers, such as Bernard-Massard, who has been producing crémant and wines for over 100 years, organize guided tours by reservation.

Visit the Wine Museum in Ehnen

The Wine Museum in Ehnen is located at the foot of the vine-covered hillsides, facing the Moselle, in the heart of Luxembourg's wine-growing region. Housed in a former winegrower's house dating from the 18th century, the Wine Museum will delight young and old alike, whether they are wine lovers or not!

When you visit the museum, you will see a cooperage and a distillery. You will learn all about the work involved in the vineyard and in the cellars, as well as the history of viticulture in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. At the end of the tour, visitors are offered a tasting of Moselle wines. You will be charmed!

Boat trips on the Moselle

The Moselle River forms the natural border between Luxembourg and Germany. You can take a cruise or rent a boat to organize events. During this trip on the water, vineyards, villages, hills, and forests accompany you as you float along and pass through the locks between Remich and Stadtbredimus.

Sports

Several sporting activities take place in the Moselle Valley. These include:

• Iron Man 70.3 Luxembourg Moselle Region, organized over three days with Irongirl on Friday, Ironkids on Saturday, and Ironman on Sunday. For the Ironman, swimmers complete a 1.9 km swim in the Moselle, a 90 km bike ride through the vineyards and hills of the Moselle, and a 21.1 km run at the foot of the vineyards along the Moselle. The finish line is in Remich. The next Ironman will take place from June 16 to 18, 2023.
• The Schleck Gran Fondo allows participants to follow in the footsteps of Luxembourgish cycling champion Frank Schleck. The next edition will take place on June 3, 2023. 3,000 participants from 35 countries will set off from Mondorf-les-Bains.
• The "Route du Vin" takes place every year in September. This half marathon brings together more than 1,800 participants. They set off from Remich along the Moselle to Stadtbredimus, then Schengen, before returning to Remich. The next race will take place on Sunday, September 24, 2023.
• Water sports such as paddleboarding, canoeing, water skiing, or even sailing your own boat. You can also get your boating license there.

Cultural activities in the Moselle Valley

The Moselle Valley also offers some wonderful surprises. Follow in the footsteps of the Romans in Dalheim. There you will discover the remains of a Gallo-Roman theater and temples.

Visit the Butterfly Garden in Grevenmacher. You will walk through a 600 m² greenhouse with thousands of butterflies around you.

Schengen was the historic setting for the famous Schengen Agreements. It was here that European countries signed the agreements in June 1985, sealing the abolition of borders and the free movement of goods and people within the Schengen Area of the signatory European countries.

Did you know that a piece of the Berlin Wall is on display in Luxembourg? Since 2010, the town of Schengen has been home to a piece of the famous "Mauer." It is located on the banks of the Moselle, opposite the European Center. Now is the time to visit this beautiful region of the Moselle Valley, especially in autumn.

Relaxing activities in the Moselle Valley

Spend a day or a weekend at the Mondorf-les-Bains Thermal Spa. Relax in natural 36°C water and enjoy the saunas and other spa facilities. The Mondorf estate boasts a beautiful park and a casino. It is the only establishment of its kind in Luxembourg.

For families and those who are less sporty, take a stroll along the banks of the Moselle in Remich. Then head to the small park with its swings before trying your hand at go-karting... A great time for families with young children, especially with a delicious ice cream or crepe for a snack!

The Wasserbillig Aquarium is home to many species of freshwater fish. Discover a colorful underwater world with your children . The Wasserbillig Aquarium is a great addition to your exploration of the Upper Sûre region. Outdoor games allow you to extend your visit, much to the delight of your little ones. The Aquarium is closed in December and January.

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For a unique cultural experience, take part in the traditional Brandons festival in Luxembourg and discover how the locals celebrate the end of winter.