Irrel walks

This walk not only offers views of magnificent rock formations in its southern section but also some regional gems, such as the ruins of the medieval Prümerburg Castle, the Westwall Museum site, the river rapids and the splendid suspension bridge spanning them, as well as the Roman villa at Holsthum.All in all, including the last two points mentioned, the walk is a good kilometre longer than the standard signposted ‘Felsenweg 5’ route.It is worth noting that the walk is mainly through woodland but, at its northern end, offers magnificent views of the rolling countryside around Holsthum. You can see quite a few orchards (apples, pears, cherries) as well as hop fields.

No work of the devil, but a fascinating creation of nature can be found in the Teufelsschlucht in the Südeifel Nature Park, not far from the border with Luxembourg. The steeply rising rock faces are up to 30 metres high, and some of them seem to glow green. The rocky landscape in and around the Teufelsschlucht is certainly mystical, with narrow, stony paths leading to the Irreler suspension bridge and the waterfalls.

The Devil's Gorge was formed towards the end of the last ice age, around 10,000 years ago, following one or more rock collapses. Gorges, faults and crevasses make up the rock formations of the Ferschweiler plateau.

This trail is certainly the best known. Gorges du Loup, Perekop, Labyrinthe, Hohlay. We will make a small variation by doing it in a figure of 8 to balance out the discoveries.

From Echternach, with its basilica, abbey and pavilion, you will first follow the Sûre, the river that forms the border with Germany. You will pass imposing rock formations, alternating forests with open landscapes, meadows and beautiful views of the valley.

You’ll start with a stunning view over the whole of Echternach and head towards and through the Wolf’s Gorge. You’ll follow the course of the little Aesbach stream, passing by the Pérekop rock on your way to the Hohlay cave and its amphitheatre. You’ll then pass through the village of Berdorf, passing spectacular rock formations such as Binzeltschluff, Predigstull and Werschrummschluff. You’ll continue through the Schnellert nature reserve and finish in Mullerthal.

The Ferschweiler plateau on the German side, the Berdorf plateau on the Luxembourg side and between them the deep Sûre Valley. This route owes its charm to the mixture of rock formations, mazes and panoramic views.

Probably the least touristy part of the Berdorf rock formations up to Perekop, and also the wettest. Walk along paths between rocks covered with moss and ferns.

Trail leading through chasms, caves and crevices to viewpoints on vertiginous rocky plateaus.

Narrow crevices, caves and impressive rock formations are on the agenda for this hike in Luxembourg's Little Switzerland.

Hike starting from the ruins of the medieval castle of Beaufort and heading into the forest with rock formations, viewpoints and streams along the way.

This hike is located between Beaufort and the Sûre Valley. Forest paths give way to open countryside as far as Bigelbach and end at an old quarry and rock formations typical of the region.

Discover spectacular caves and rock formations on a challenging trail to the Grotte de l'Enfer (Hell's Cave) and a gentle return along the Black Ernz.

Rammelay, Schelmelay, Goldkaul, Goldfralay and Eulenburg are the names of some of the rocks you will encounter along the way. Erosion has created bizarre shapes in the rocks, which can sometimes be compared to enormous heads.

This hike is rated as very difficult if done in a single day, but it is possible to complete it in two or three days with bivouacking. It is advisable to start near Consdorf and stop before Lauterborn to sleep; there are some beautiful spots. 

You’ll walk along forest paths, past sandstone rocks and through the Luxembourg countryside. Larochette Castle awaits you as the final stop on this journey.

You’ll walk alongside the Black Ernz to the Schiessentumpel, a picturesque little waterfall that has become the symbol of the Mullerthal region. You’ll continue on to the spectacular rock formations of Eulenburg, Goldfralay and Goldkaul.You’ll also discover one of the region’s most beautiful rock ‘crevices’: the ‘Kohlscheuer’, and will then pass through a succession of rocky outcrops known as Daxelay, Einsiedelei and Härgottskapp, as well as through woodland, all the way to Echternach.

A walk suitable for all abilities in the Müllerthal, following signposted paths. The scenery is varied, with sections through woodland, a stretch across fields, and ending alongside stream beds.

This circular route connects the villages of Bech and Altrier. You start next to the old Bech railway station, discover the natural site of Bildchen in Altrier (a large oak tree over 1,000 years old) and finish at the 300-metre-long Bech Tunnel. The section between Altrier and Bech offers beautiful views of the valley.