Hiking in Luxembourg: the most beautiful routes in Little Switzerland

The first walking route in Luxembourg is B2 in Berdorf. It is four kilometres long and winds between the rocks of Little Switzerland. The walk starts at Berdorf's information point, where you can easily park. The tour takes you past rocks, through gorges and over adventurous ladders. Highlights include the Siweschlëff, a system of seven gorges that feels like a natural labyrinth, and the mysterious Roitzbachschlëff, a narrow gorge with jagged rock formations and miniature canyons. It was created by erosion, with older rock layers being washed away. My highlight of the route is the L'Enfer Hölle. You can descend this narrow rock crevice via a steel staircase.

Tip from me for accommodation & food

Plan a break at Bistro & Camping Martbusch, where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner. Try the spaghetti Bistro Martbusch, a classic on the menu. The pasta is served with a sauce of fresh tomatoes, garlic and a hint of chilli. Want to make it a multi-day adventure? The campsite offers spacious pitches for your own tent, caravan or motorhome. There are also comfortable lodges with fixed beds, kitchenette and private sanitary facilities. Moreover, it is just a three-minute walk from the starting point of the hiking trail.

This 13-kilometre hiking trail in Luxembourg starts in Echternach, Luxembourg's oldest town. The trail takes you past rugged cliffs, narrow passageways and impressive caves. A highlight is the Huel Lee, a cave system with a mysterious atmosphere. Here you hike through hollow sandstones and winding corridors. You will also pass the Breechkaul, an old stone quarry that now serves as an open-air theatre. In summer, performances and concerts regularly take place here. At the end, the Groges Du Loup (Wolfsschlucht) awaits. This is a gorge with a view of the city of Echternach - well worth a visit in my opinion!

Tip from me for accommodation & food

There are several accommodation options in Echternach. If you like small-scale, atmospheric accommodation, B&B Roudenhaff is an ideal place, only eight minutes by car from walking route E1. This former farmhouse offers guest rooms and flats in a charming, small-scale setting. For a meal, visit Restaurant Aal Eechternoach (38 Place du Marché, Echternach), a small, local restaurant in the historic centre. Try the Burger maison with fries or the Salade végétarienne, prepared with fresh, regional ingredients.

Anyone who has seen photos of nature in Luxembourg will surely know the Schiessentümpel, which is one of my favourite tips. The Schiessentümpel is an iconic waterfall with the little stone bridge. This hiking trail W7 in Luxembourg of just over ten kilometres takes you straight to it. Highly recommended if it is up to me. The route runs through the Mëllerdall, a valley made up of centuries of water erosion, which you can see in the rugged rock walls and narrow gorges and hollows. Here, the flowing waters of rivers like the Sauer have slowly worn away the soft sandstone. You follow the river to the Kallektuffquell. Where water flows over mossy rocks in bright blue pools. After exploring the rocks and forest, you reach the iconic Schéissendëmpel.

The seven-kilometre hiking trail starts in the charming village of Bigelbaach near Reisdorf. After a short climb, the path winds through forests full of the scent of pines and moss in the middle of Luxembourg's nature. Along the way, you will hear birds singing and, with a bit of luck, spot small forest animals like squirrels or hedgehogs. You might see a deer among the trees and discover plants like tongue fern. This is an ornamental plant that gives the forest an almost fairytale atmosphere. Occasionally, the forest opens up for a glimpse of the valley and surrounding hills, and at the end you will be rewarded with a panoramic view. Not only over Bigelbaach, but also the surrounding hills. As the trail runs mostly through the forest, this route is lovely in any season.

Tip from me for accommodation & food

Spend the night at Camping Reisdorf, a family campsite on the edge of the Mëllerdall nature park. Get a lodge tent for four with kitchen, shower and covered terrace. Or Chalet Müllertal for six with veranda and view of river Sûre. Those who come with their own tent or caravan will find spacious pitches at the water's edge. Here there is electricity and direct access to the hiking trails. At restaurant Neimillen, French tradition is combined with Portuguese touches. Every bite has that authentic "grilled over the fire" flavour. A must from me, for example, is the Grillade de saumon au feu de bois. This is a piece of fresh salmon grilled over an open fire.

Beaufort is famous for its medieval castle. But did you know that it actually consists of two adjacent castles? On one side is the medieval castle. This was built from around 1050 and extended further into the 17th century. Opposite is an elegant Renaissance castle from the 17th century. During your walk of over ten kilometres, you'll pass the beautiful castle ruins of Beaufort. You will pass through gorges, along streams and forests, and mysterious rock formations such as high sandstone pillars, crumbling cliffs and jagged rock faces will pop up along the way. Walking in Luxembourg along this route is moderately difficult, but the variety of scenery and views will make time fly by.

For those who really want to get lost in the rocky landscape, there is the Müllerthal Trail. This long-distance hike totalling 112 kilometres is divided into three loops. Several starting points are possible, but one recommended is Berdorf or Müllerthal itself. The trail leads past all the highlights of the Müllerthal: from the rocks at Berdorf and the waterfalls of Consdorf to the valleys of Beaufort. A real journey of discovery for lovers of hiking in Luxembourg who want to hike for several days.

Tip from me for accommodation & food

An overnight tip from me is the aforementioned Bistro & Camping Martbusch. It is located in Berdorf and on the route. For an informal and local dish, I find Café Laanscht D'Sauer in Reisdorf ideal. A cosy café on the Sûre with simple, fresh dishes and drinks.