Hiking Trail
Hollenfels – Larochette
The varied hiking route leads from youth hostel Hollenfels through the romantic valley of the Seven Castles and the mysterious caves of Mamerlayen to Mersch. It then leads to the impressive rock formations of Nommerlayen, and continues along the famous Mullerthal Trail to the centre of Larochette, with the ‘Osterbour’ youth hostel as the finishing point, set in idyllic surroundings.
Your Itinerary
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01Start at the youth hostel in Hollenfels
Under renovation until further notice
N 49° 42.732′ E 006° 03.044′
2, montée du Château
L-7435 Hollenfels -
02Arrival at the youth hostel in Larochette
N 49° 47.363′ E 006° 13.079′
45, Osterbour
L-7622 Larochette
Breakfast before you set off?
A refreshing drink on arrival?
At our hostels you’ll find the Melting Pot restaurant and a bar where you can grab a bite to eat or a drink before or after your hike.
Our Advice
For Hikers
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Luggage transport
Want to hike without carrying your bags? Book the Move We Carry luggage transport service. Available from 1 April to 30 November: www.movewecarry.lu
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Quality hiking trails
Luxembourg has several high-quality and premium hiking trails:
- Mullerthal Trail
- Escapardenne Lee and Eislek Trail
- Eislek Pied
- Dream loops on the Moselle
- Minett Trail
- Guttland Trails
- Naturwanderpark DeLux
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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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Public transport
Public transport is free for everyone in Luxembourg! For more information and timetables: www.mobiliteit.lu.
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Some planning and equipment tips for hikers
Planning your route
- Choose a route in advance according to length, difficulty and elevation
- Download the GPX files and offline maps to your GPS or hiking app
- Check the weather forecast
- Tell someone where you’re going
- Take enough water and snacks
What to bring
- Sturdy hiking boots with good grip
- Weatherproof clothing (dress in layers)
- A small backpack with water, snacks and a change of clothes
- Sun protection
- A first-aid kit
- A fully charged mobile phone and a power bank
The better prepared you are, the more you’ll enjoy your hike.
Why wait?
Plan your route. Pack your hiking backpack. Discover the beauty of the country on foot.
