Hiking Trail
Vianden – Ettelbruck – Luxembourg
This picturesque hike starts at the youth hostel in Vianden and follows the Victor Hugo path through the charming villages of Walsdorf and Brandenbourg to the train station in Ettelbruck. Then take the train to Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg – Pôle d’Echange station in the city centre and continue by foot to the youth hostel Luxembourg City.
your Itinerary
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01Start at the youth hostel in Vianden
N 49° 56.106′ E 006° 12.036′
3, montée du Château
L-9408 Vianden -
02Arrival at the youth hostel in Luxembourg-city
N 49° 36.792′ E 006° 08.291′
2, rue du Fort Olisy
L-2261 Luxembourg
Information about the hiking trail
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GPX Vianden – Ettelbruck
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.
