Vianden, Luxembourg

Vianden

A fairytale castle above a river town in the Luxembourg Ardennes.

  • Apr–Oct
  • Best by car
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Vianden

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit Vianden Castle, one of the largest fortresses west of the Rhine.
  2. AfternoonRide the chairlift up the hill for the view, or walk the Victor Hugo trail.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the town by the river Our.

Day 2

Hike in the Mullerthal region, or visit Luxembourg City.

What to eat

Judd mat Gaardebounen, smoked pork with broad beans, and Luxembourg Riesling.

Local tips

Make the most of Vianden

Beat the crowds

Summer weekends are busy. Weekdays are calm.

Best photo spot

The castle above the town and the river Our, from the chairlift or the bridge.

Getting there

Buses run from Ettelbruck station, about 30 minutes.

Don't miss nearby

The Mullerthal region and Echternach.

Good to know

A chairlift goes up to a viewpoint above the castle. The writer Victor Hugo lived here in exile; his house is a museum.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Vianden

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Plan your visit

Getting to Vianden

Getting there

  • Luxembourg Airport (LUX)35 km away
  • Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)125 km away
  • Trier35 km away
  • Aachen95 km away

A car is the easiest way to get here and to see the area around it. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeApr–Oct
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture, Nature
Getting thereBest by car
Stay1 night
CountryLuxembourg

Questions

Vianden: good to know

Is Vianden worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and nature. A fairytale castle above a river town in the Luxembourg Ardennes.

How many days do you need in Vianden?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Vianden?

The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. Summer weekends are busy. Weekdays are calm.

How do you get to Vianden?

The nearest airport is Luxembourg Airport (LUX), about 35 km away. Buses run from Ettelbruck station, about 30 minutes.

What is there to see near Vianden?

Nearby hidden places include Trier (37 km), Durbuy (71 km) and Cochem (72 km).

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