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A hiker with a backpack stands at a viewpoint along the PU1 trail in Bivels. In the background, the Sûre river winds through the forest. — © Les Explorateurs du Monde

Viewpoints

Viewpoints in the north of Luxembourg

The most beautiful panoramas at a glance

Who doesn't love expansive natural panoramas, impressive views of centuries-old castles or photo spots that only locals know about? Due to its geology, which is characterised by numerous valleys and plateaus, Éislek offers many viewpoints. These are more or less easy to reach on foot or by car. The most beautiful are listed below.

A glimpse into history - castles, palaces and more

Who doesn't know that feeling - a castle perched high up on a rocky outcrop that can be seen from several kilometres away? It casts a spell over people and literally invites them to visit it. Éislek has a rich history and was situated along important trade and communication routes in the Middle Ages. This is why numerous castles and fortresses were built in the region.

Luxembourg's most famous castle is probably Vianden Castle, which can be viewed from a distance from various angles. If you are travelling by car, it is best to drive to the viewing platform on the Route de Diekirch. For hikers, there are numerous viewpoints that show the impressive building from different perspectives.

Other medieval fortresses, such as the castles in Brandenburg and Bourscheid, can also be seen from afar.

A shot of Vianden Castle, seen between the forest on a rock on a summer day, with a blue sky in the background. — © Pulsa Pictures

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Schleedbësch viewpoint

The Schleedbësch viewpoint in Bourscheid offers an impressive view of Bourscheid Castle and the loop of the River Sûre at Bourscheid-Moulin.

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The picnic area Kinneksknäppchen

Kinneksknäppchen, or King's Hill in English, offers a magnificent view of the ruins of the medieval castle of Brandenbourg, in the north of Luxembourg.

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Vantage point at Fändelchen

The vantage point at Fändelchen offers a magnificent view of the town Vianden and its castle.

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Viewpoint at the top station of the chairlift

The viewpoint at the top station of the chairlift in Vianden offers a breathtaking view over the town, the castle and the Our valley. It can be reached either on foot or by chairlift.

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Viewpoint Gringlee

The ‘Gringlee’ viewpoint, also known as ‘Gringlay’, offers an impressive panorama over the Sûre Valley and the majestic Bourscheid Castle. It is one of the most famous viewpoints in Luxembourg.

On the Sûre & Our - fascinating river bends

The Sûre, which forms the Upper Sûre lake and meanders from the western border of Éislek to Diekirch, has carved out deep valleys over the millennia. Numerous hiking trails lead along the hills, from which you can enjoy impressive views of the river bends. Two of these viewpoints are particularly well known:

Gringlee (Lipperscheid): Here you can discover the river bend near Bourscheid-Moulin. On bright days, you can even recognise Bourscheid Castle in the distance. Picnic benches invite you to enjoy the view in peace.
Kuelebierg (Esch-sur-Sûre, in German Esch-Sauer): A well-known viewpoint that can only be reached on foot and offers a magnificent view of the town, which is nestled in a horseshoe-shaped meander.

The Our, which forms the eastern border of Éislek between Luxembourg and Germany, also winds its way through the valley. Viewpoints such as Niklosbierg or Waldhof Falkenstein on the German side offer breathtaking views of the river Our and its loops.

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Baschleiden - Tempelskamp

The Tempelskamp viewpoint near Baschleiden offers hikers sweeping views over the Upper Sûre reservoir and the hilly landscape of the Éislek.

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Niklosbierg Viewpoint

The viewpoint on the Niklosbierg offers a spectacular view of the upper reservoir of the Vianden pumped storage plant and the wild Our valley.

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Priedegtstull viewpoint

The Priedegtstull viewpoint near Erpeldange-sur-Sûre can be reached via various hiking trails and offers a breathtaking view over a loop of the Sûre river.

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Runtschelt viewpoint

A popular vantage point near Kaundorf that offers a panoramic view of the Upper Sûre Lake.

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Schäsbierg viewpoint

Schäsbierg viewpoint in Bavigne is only accessible on foot and invites hikers to discover the surrounding nature and, above all, the Upper Sûre lake.

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Viewpoint Gringlee

The ‘Gringlee’ viewpoint, also known as ‘Gringlay’, offers an impressive panorama over the Sûre Valley and the majestic Bourscheid Castle. It is one of the most famous viewpoints in Luxembourg.

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Viewpoint Lätgesbierg

The rocky Lätgesbierg viewpoint near Vianden offers an alpine hiking experience in a spectacular natural setting.

Tales, legends and historical anecdotes

Some viewpoints are the setting for exciting anecdotes or myths. For example, Napoleonsknäppchen in Bourscheid, from where you can see for dozens of kilometres in good weather.

German soldiers used the lime tree standing there as a sentry post during the First World War. The tree, which was planted in honour of Napoleon's son, was felled during the Second World War. Today there is a newly planted lime tree, a viewing platform and a telescope.

Another place steeped in history is the Deiwelselter near Diekirch, a dolmen that once served as a burial site. Today, the viewing point offers a view of the town of Diekirch.

There are also stories and legends surrounding other viewpoints.

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Bomm

The ‘Bomm’ viewpoint in Kautenbach looks back on an impressive past - from its original construction in 1913 to its rehabilitation in 2014.

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Deiwelselter

This remarkable monument, once a burial site, is a landmark of the town of Diekirch. Those who hike there are rewarded by a great view of the village and its green surroundings.

Doigt de Dieu

Discover the breathtaking "Doigt de Dieu" or Finger of God along well-known hiking trails like Escapardenne Lee Trail and Éislek Pad Hoscheid, offering a magnificent view from its perch above Dirbach.

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Houfëls

The ‘Houfëls’ (high rock) viewpoint near Boulaide offers a breathtaking view over the Sûre Valley and the Upper Sûre.

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Napoleonsknäppchen

Discover the eventful history of the ‘Napoleonsknäppchen’ in Bourscheid, where a tree called ‘Napoleonsbeemchen’ was planted. The viewing platform right next to it offers an impressive view of the surrounding area.

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Teifelslee viewpoint

Between Goesdorf and Tadler, this viewpoint shrouded in legend invites you to enjoy a cosy picnic.

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Victor Hugo viewpoint

The Victor Hugo viewpoint offers a breathtaking view of the meandering River Our and the green hills that surround it. This natural backdrop served as inspiration for several of Victor Hugo's artworks.

Simply beautiful! - Enjoy nature

Other viewpoints simply invite you to unwind. Some offer picnic benches, others are popular with locals for romantic excursions, and some can only be reached after a challenging climb - but hikers are rewarded with spectacular panoramas.

Molberlee (Hoscheid): The Molberlee rock ridge is a narrow, spectacular path that lies in the middle of a unique landscape. Anyone undertaking a hike here should wear sturdy footwear and be free from vertigo. A must for experienced hikers, as there are hardly any comparable places in Luxembourg. Those who appreciate the Molberlee will also find the Sideschlee near Troisvierges and the Ueweschleed near Kautenbach fascinating - both offer similar, albeit less dramatic, hiking experiences.
Burfelt panoramic platform: This platform rises 70 metres above the surface of the Upper Sûre lake and offers a panoramic view that is second to none. The platform itself is an architectural masterpiece and blends seamlessly into the landscape. Here you can enjoy the beauty of nature in an impressive way.

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Bréschelt

The Bréschelt viewpoint near Lellingen offers a panoramic view of the typical landscape of Kiischpelt, a municipality in the heart of the Éislek.

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Hoflee

The Hoflee viewpoint near Kautenbach offers impressive views over the Wiltz Valley and leads hikers along narrow rocky ridges through the wooded hills of Éislek.

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Molberlee

The Molberlee near Hoscheid is an impressive mountain ridge that offers a breathtaking view of the Schlinder valley. The Molberlee is known for its unique biodiversity and has been designated a forest reserve and natural monument.

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Panoramic Platform Belvédère Burfelt

The Belvédère Burfelt panoramic platform is just a few minutes' drive from the Belgian border. Built in 2016, it rises 70 metres above the Upper Sûre reservoir and invites you to take in the unspoilt natural surroundings.

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Pavillion Schënnbierg

The Pavillon Schënnbierg, a viewpoint on the Éislek Pad Vianden, offers an idyllic opportunity to relax and immerse yourself in nature.

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Rouschtert viewpoint

The Rouschtert viewpoint in Dirbach, a popular photo spot, offers a breathtaking view of a loop of the Sûre river and the village of Dirbach at an altitude of 350 metres. It can only be reached via hiking trails.

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Schleedbësch viewpoint

The Schleedbësch viewpoint in Bourscheid offers an impressive view of Bourscheid Castle and the loop of the River Sûre at Bourscheid-Moulin.

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Sideschlee

The Sideschlee in Troisvierges is an impressive viewpoint that offers hikers a wide panoramic view of the village and the surrounding countryside.

The viewpoints of Éislek offer a variety of experiences

From historic castles and legendary rocks to unspoilt nature and breathtaking panoramas. Whether accessible on foot or by car, there is a place here for everyone to enjoy the beauty of the region to the full.

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Baschleiden - Tempelskamp
The Tempelskamp viewpoint near Baschleiden offers hikers sweeping views over the Upper Sûre reservoir and the hilly landscape of the Éislek.
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Bomm
The ‘Bomm’ viewpoint in Kautenbach looks back on an impressive past - from its original construction in 1913 to its rehabilitation in 2014.
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Bréschelt
The Bréschelt viewpoint near Lellingen offers a panoramic view of the typical landscape of Kiischpelt, a municipality in the heart of the Éislek.
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Chairlift Vianden
Fly over Vianden by chairlift
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Deiwelselter
This remarkable monument, once a burial site, is a landmark of the town of Diekirch. Those who hike there are rewarded by a great view of the village and its green surroundings.
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Doigt de Dieu
Discover the breathtaking "Doigt de Dieu" or Finger of God along well-known hiking trails like Escapardenne Lee Trail and Éislek Pad Hoscheid, offering a magnificent view from its perch above Dirbach.
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Former State Quarry Merkholtz
Former State Quarry Merkholtz
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Hoflee
The Hoflee viewpoint near Kautenbach offers impressive views over the Wiltz Valley and leads hikers along narrow rocky ridges through the wooded hills of Éislek.
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Houfëls
The ‘Houfëls’ (high rock) viewpoint near Boulaide offers a breathtaking view over the Sûre Valley and the Upper Sûre.
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Napoleonsknäppchen
Discover the eventful history of the ‘Napoleonsknäppchen’ in Bourscheid, where a tree called ‘Napoleonsbeemchen’ was planted. The viewing platform right next to it offers an impressive view of the surrounding area.
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