Wiltz is one of the main towns in Éislek and has long been known as the capital of the Luxembourg Ardennes. Its history is closely linked to industry, particularly tanning and brewing, but also to the events of the Second World War.

Wiltz Castle is a good place to start exploring. It houses the Tourist Info as well as the National Museum of Brewing Art and the Battle of the Bulge Museum. The latter tells the story of Wiltz during the Second World War and provides useful context for a visit to the nearby Schumannseck Remembrance Trail, where some of the fiercest fighting of the Battle of the Bulge took place.

Another chapter of this history is remembered at the National Strike Monument. In August 1942, workers in Wiltz went on strike after the German occupiers introduced compulsory military service for young Luxembourgers. The protest quickly spread to other parts of the country and was brutally suppressed.

But Wiltz is far from being a town that lives only through its past. Grand-Rue – or Groussgaass in Luxembourgish – and the surrounding streets are home to shops, cafés, bakeries and restaurants. A stroll through town can also lead to the Jardin de Wiltz or to Prabbeli, a cultural organisation running several venues and a varied programme throughout the year. Its cinema and café are an easy option for adding a film or a relaxed break to a day in town.

A family day can start at the Kannermusée Plomm, where children discover and experiment through hands-on exhibitions. Opening days should be checked in advance and booking is required, so it is worth planning this part of the day beforehand.

Afterwards, lunch can be enjoyed at Bistro Kaul, or kept lighter with a stop at KM Karameli Bakery.

The afternoon can then follow the weather. On sunny days, the WI1 local hiking trail combines a walk in the countryside with wooden dinosaur sculptures along the way, while playgrounds and picnic facilities make it easy to take breaks. The Kaul leisure area is another option, particularly in summer when its outdoor swimming pool is open.

If the weather turns, MIGO in Eschweiler offers an indoor playground and indoor minigolf. The Fire Brigade Museum provides another interesting option, but is only open on Saturdays during part of the year, so opening times need to be checked beforehand.

Wiltz's brewing tradition can be experienced rather than simply observed. The National Museum of Brewing Art offers bookable brewing workshops as well as beer-and-cheese tastings – an opportunity to learn more about a craft that has played an important role in the town's history.

Another option is a visit to Clos du Fourschenhaff in nearby Eschweiler. The local distillery can be discovered on a visit that includes a tasting. As alcohol is involved, this option is best planned without needing to drive afterwards.

The rest of the day can be spent around Wiltz Castle and the town centre. The museums provide more background on local history, while Grand-Rue and the neighbouring streets are worth exploring at a slower pace, stopping at shops, cafés and bakeries along the way.

For dinner, Pit's rounds off the day with traditional Luxembourgish cuisine.