Mullerthal Cross
Mountain bike tour from Echternach via Larochette
During this three-day mountain bike tour, you will explore the varied trails and characteristic rocky landscapes of the Mullerthal region. Starting from Echternach, the country’s oldest town, rich in history and culture, the route will take you through forest trails and spectacular sandstone scenery in Luxembourg’s Little Switzerland. You will also visit Larochette and its impressive medieval castle, which is perched on the rocks. This tour offers the perfect blend of sporting challenges, unspoilt nature, and cultural heritage — ideal for mountain bikers seeking authenticity and adventure.
Your itinerary
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01Start at the youth hostel in Echternach
City tour or a MTB tour of your choice (we’ll give you suggestions for tours)
Dinner and overnight stay with breakfast at the youth hostel in Echternach -
02From Echternach to lAROCHETTE
52,8 km
654 m (ascent) / 547 m (descent)
approx. 6.5 hours
Picnic lunch; dinner; overnight stay with breakfast at the youth hostel in Larochette -
03From Larochette to Echternach
56,3 km
883 m (ascent) / 984 m (descent)
approx. 6.5 hours
Picnic
End of stay
Services included
- 2 nights’ accommodation in a multi-bedded room with full board (2x breakfast; 2x picnic; 2x dinner)
- one night in each of the youth hostels in Echternach and Larochette
- Suggestions for itineraries
- GPX data for your own GPS device or smartphone application
Additional options
- Single or double occupancy
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Rates
| Prices per person | Member's price | Standard price |
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Adults and young people aged 13 and above | 123 € | 131 € |
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Supplement | 10 € | 10 € |
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Supplement | 22 € | 22 € |
Our terms and conditions can be found here.
Reservations must be made at least 3 weeks before the start date.
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Our Advice
For cyclists
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Some planning and equipment tips for cyclists
To plan your route, you will need to:
- search for a route beforehand based on length, difficulty and altitude
- connect to the GPS or application, then download the GPX files and maps to use offline
- check the weather forecast
- tell someone about the route
- bring plenty of water and snacks
In terms of equipment, you’ll need:
- a bicycle in good condition and correctly equipped in accordance with the Luxembourg regulations must have: a bell; two independent front brakes; a white or yellow light; at least two reflectors per wheel, or a continuous reflective strip on the tyres; reflectors on the pedals; a red reflector at the rear; a red rear light
- weatherproof clothing (layering principle)
- a small backpack with water, snacks and a change of clothes
- sun protection
- a first-aid kit
- a mobile phone with a full battery and an external battery
The better prepared and equipped you are, the more you’ll be able to enjoy your trek.
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Family-friendly cycling tours
The Grand Duchy is packed with family-friendly tours.
- Youth hostel packages for families
- Selection of large and small national tours
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Cycle paths for all
Luxembourg has several cycle routes:
- National cycle routes (PC)
- Regional cycle routes
- Cycling tours without borders in the Grande Région
- International cycle routes
- Vennbahn
- EuroVelo
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Maps
Detailed maps are available for each region. These can be purchased from hostels or tourist information offices.
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Activity applications
If you don’t have a GPS device, you can download one of the many hiking applications and upload your GPX tracks here:
LetzTrail
Komoot
outdooractive
Locus Map
Geoportail
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Public transport
Public transport is free for everyone in Luxembourg! For more information and timetables: www.mobiliteit.lu.
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Luggage transport
Want to go hiking without carrying your luggage? Then book the Move We Carry luggage transport service. You can book between 1 April and 30 November here: www.movewecarry.lu
Why wait?
Plan your route. Get on your bike! Immerse yourself in the beauty of the countryside on two wheels.
