Day Itinerary
11 Activities
Day 2
43 mi1 mi0.9 mi
Castles and Small Villages
If the first day was designed for hiking, the second will be dedicated to know castles and small villages.
The first stop is in the village Beauford, where you can meet in the same complex, a medieval castle and another Renaissance castle. Then you will drive to the village of Vianden, where one of the most famous castles in Luxembourg is located, where you can climb on a chairlift and have beautiful views of the surroundings.
Finally, you will pass the small village of Esch-sur-Sure where you can visit the ruins of its castle and have beautiful views of the picturesque village with white walls and black ceilings.
Ready for a day of castles and medieval stories?
The first stop is in the village Beauford, where you can meet in the same complex, a medieval castle and another Renaissance castle. Then you will drive to the village of Vianden, where one of the most famous castles in Luxembourg is located, where you can climb on a chairlift and have beautiful views of the surroundings.
Finally, you will pass the small village of Esch-sur-Sure where you can visit the ruins of its castle and have beautiful views of the picturesque village with white walls and black ceilings.
Ready for a day of castles and medieval stories?
10.7 mi
25 min
10:0010 min
Parking
After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, the second day of your tour of Luxembourg begins with a visit to some of the country's most famous castles. The first is Beaufort Castle. You can leave your car in the car park.
0.1 mi
5 min
10:301 hr 30 min
Medieval Castle Beaufort
In Beaufort you have two castles for lack of one! Here you can visit a medieval castle and a renaissance castle in the same complex.
While you can do it on your own, I recommend you take a guided tour to understand the history of the castle.
To make a reservation you must write to this email [email protected]
Open Hours You can only visit the two castles between April and October, as the medieval castle is closed for the rest of the year. Monday - Sunday: 9:00 - 18:00 (last admission: 17:30)
To make a reservation you must write to this email [email protected]
Open Hours You can only visit the two castles between April and October, as the medieval castle is closed for the rest of the year. Monday - Sunday: 9:00 - 18:00 (last admission: 17:30)
10.8 mi
25 min
12:305 min
Parkplatz
Welcome to Vianden! The second stop on this day's tour of Luxembourg! Here you can have lunch and visit one of Luxembourg's most famous castles.
You can leave your car in this public car park.
0.1 mi
5 min
12:451 hr
kebab_de_vianden
Before visiting the castle, you can have lunch in a restaurant on this side of the bridge or on the other side (where the castle is).
There are several options along the main street on both sides of the bridge. But don't let it happen that all the restaurants you choose are closed at midday! So you can opt for something tasty and quick at the Kebab de Vianden, which is open every day.
Open Hours Monday - Sunday: 11:00 - 21:00
Open Hours Monday - Sunday: 11:00 - 21:00
0.3 mi
10 min
14:0010 min
Chairlift - Bottom station
After lunch you can hop back in the car and drive to the castle, but I recommend taking the chairlift ride up and walking down the picturesque Grand Rue. One of those typical streets of the area that is very well kept, with flowers in pots and pastel coloured walls. There are also several cafés and you might be tempted to grab a quick coffee after visiting the castle.
You can see timetables, prices and buy the chairlift ticket on this website.
Don't panic, it's a simple but safe chair and you'll have spectacular views of the valley.
Open hours Monday - Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
You can see timetables, prices and buy the chairlift ticket on this website.
Don't panic, it's a simple but safe chair and you'll have spectacular views of the valley.
Open hours Monday - Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
0.9 mi
10 min
14:451 hr 30 min
Vianden Castle
The chairlift takes no more than 10-15 minutes to climb (it is marked as coming by bike, but don't pay attention to it).
The castle was built between the 11th and 14th centuries, but was restructured in the 20th century and you're sure to feel like you're in a storybook when you walk through it.
Before starting the visit you can stop by the information booth where you will be given a map and there is also an exhibition related to the castle.
For more information and to buy tickets you can visit this website.
Open Hours Monday - Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
The castle was built between the 11th and 14th centuries, but was restructured in the 20th century and you're sure to feel like you're in a storybook when you walk through it.
Before starting the visit you can stop by the information booth where you will be given a map and there is also an exhibition related to the castle.
For more information and to buy tickets you can visit this website.
Open Hours Monday - Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
0.5 mi
10 min
16:3030 min
Boulangerie-Pâtisserie Au Croissant D'Or
On the way back from the château to the centre to pick up the car, you can walk down the Grand Rue and stop for a coffee and something sweet at one of the bakeries along the street. One of them is this one, where you'll find delicious sweets.
Open Hours Tuesday - Friday: 7:00-12:00, 13:30-18:00 Saturday and Sunday: 7:00 - 12:00 Closed on Mondays. If you are travelling on the weekend, you can look for another café open on the same street.
Open Hours Tuesday - Friday: 7:00-12:00, 13:30-18:00 Saturday and Sunday: 7:00 - 12:00 Closed on Mondays. If you are travelling on the weekend, you can look for another café open on the same street.
0.1 mi
5 min
17:155 min
Musée Littéraire 'Victor Hugo'
After coffee, you can pick up the car in the parking lot. On the way, and after crossing the bridge, you will see the house where the writer Victor Hugo lived. A museum currently operates, but it is too late to visit. If you want more information about the museum, you can see the official website.
21.1 mi
50 min
18:3010 min
Parkplatz
The next stop before returning to the city of Luxembourg is the small and painterly village of Esch-sur-Sûre. This village was built along the course of the Sûre River and in its center has the ruins of a castle that is worth knowing.
Leave the car in this public parking lot and take a walk.
0.2 mi
5 min
19:0030 min
Esch-sur-Sûre Castle
From the castle of Esch-sur-Sûre only some ruins are preserved, but it is possible to climb up to the entrance and walk through them. In addition, from there you have beautiful views of the river, the town and the entire natural environment.
It is open daily and is free.
It is open daily and is free.
0.1 mi
5 min
19:451 hr
Logis Hotel Gourmet & Relax de la Sure Rest. Comte Godefroy
Before returning to Luxembourg, you can dine in the restaurant of the Hotel de la Sûre, a nice place where you can eat on the terrace with beautiful views.
Don’t forget to try the variety of beers they have!
You can order rice, meat, fish, pasta and delicious desserts!
Open Hours Monday - Sunday: 12:00 - 15:00, 18:30- 22:00
You can order rice, meat, fish, pasta and delicious desserts!
Open Hours Monday - Sunday: 12:00 - 15:00, 18:30- 22:00