Go North
Hiking package from Luxembourg via Larochette, Echternach, Beaufort to Vianden
The ‘Go North’ hiking package takes you to the most beautiful places in the country, from the bustling capital to historic castles, impressive rocky landscapes and gorges, not forgetting the idyllic sites of Luxembourg’s Little Switzerland and the Eislek.
300€
The adventure
begins here
Your itinerary
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01Start at the youth hostel in Luxembourg City
City tour or hike of your choice (we’ll give you suggestions for tours)
Dinner and overnight stay with breakfast at the youth hostel in Luxembourg -
02from Luxembourg City to Larochette via Mersch
Train journey from Luxembourg to Mersch (free)
Start of the hike from Mersch station to Larochette
17 km
approx. 4.5 hours’ walking
340 m ascent
Picnic lunch; dinner; overnight stay with breakfast at the youth hostel in Larochette -
03from Larochette to Echternach
31.4 km
approx. 7.5 hours’ walking
440 m ascent
Picnic, dinner, overnight stay with breakfast at the youth hostel in Echternach -
04from Echternach to Beaufort
18.8 km
approx. 4.5 hours’ walking
540 m ascent
Picnic, dinner, overnight stay with breakfast at the youth hostel in Beaufort -
05from Beaufort to Vianden
32 km
approx. 8 hours’ walking
700 m ascent
Picnic, dinner, overnight stay with breakfast at the youth hostel in Vianden -
06from Vianden to Luxembourg via Ettelbruck
26.5 km
approx. 7 hours’ walking
620 m ascent
Picnic
Return by train to Luxembourg city (free) and end of stay
Services included
- 5 nights’ accommodation in a multi-bedded room with full board (5x breakfast; 5x picnic; 5x dinner)
- one night in each of the youth hostels in Luxembourg, Larochette, Echternach, Beaufort and Vianden
- Suggestions for itineraries
- GPX data for your own GPS device or smartphone application
Additional options
- Hiking map(s)
- Single or double occupancy
See our
Rates
| Prices per person | Member's price | Standard price |
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Adults and young people aged 13 and above | 300 € | 322 € |
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Children up to the age of 12 | 183 € | 205 € |
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Supplement | 10 € | 10 € |
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Supplement | 22 € | 22 € |
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City tax in Vianden | 2 € | 2 € |
Our terms and conditions can be found here.
Reservations must be made at least 3 weeks before the start date.
Why not become a member?
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- You will have access to 2,300 youth hostels in over 58 countries worldwide.
- Enjoy the many discounts available to members at hostels and tourist sites.
- There’s so much more besides!
Our Advice
For Hikers
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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
Géocaching -
Some planning and equipment tips for hikers
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:
- sturdy hiking boots with a good tread,
- 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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Public transport
Public transport is free for everyone in Luxembourg! For more information and timetables: www.mobiliteit.lu.
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Family-friendly hiking tours
Hiking in Luxembourg isn’t just for sports enthusiasts. The Grand Duchy is also full of family-friendly tours.
- Youth hostel packages for families
- Selection of large and small national tours
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Quality hiking trails
Luxembourg has a number of high-quality and premium hiking trails:
- Mullerthal Trail
- Escapardenne Lee and Eislek Trail
- Eislek Pied
- Dream loops on the Moselle
- Minett Trail
- Guttland Trails
- DeLux Nature Park
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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. Pack your hiking backpack. Discover the beauty of the country on foot.
