Description
On 9 and 10 August 2025, the Castle Tour invites you to a varied cycle journey through Luxembourg, ideal for those who like to combine culture and nature. The starting point is Mersch. From there, the route leads through quiet valleys, shady forests and open hills, past impressive historical monuments. You will come across the castles of Mersch, Useldange, Hollenfels, Colmar-Berg, Pettingen and Ansembourg. The route also follows the Attert, Eisch and Alzette rivers, offering ever-changing views of Luxembourg's diverse landscapes.
Direct access to the general Vëlosummer map on Geoportail: http://g-o.lu/3/gSRQ
Directions
Please follow the Vëlosummer signage.
The tour starts at the Lohr car park in Mersch. From there, the route takes you through the park and along the CR105, which is closed to motorised traffic, towards Hollenfels. If you wish, you can make a detour to the castle of Ansembourg. The route continues along traffic-free roads through Brouch and Buschdorf to Useldange. From here, follow the cycle path PC 12 via Boevange and Bissen to Colmar-Berg. There you join the cycle path PC 15, which takes you back to Mersch via Cruchten.
For your safety
Even if you are on traffic-calmed roads, please follow the Highway Code and remember that residents and farmers may cross your path.
Roads closed (open to cyclists and residents only) on the weekend of 9 and 10 August 2025:
CR112 Brouch-Tuntange 1,5 km
CR113 Hollenfels-Kuelbecherhaff 2 km
CR105 Ansembourg-Mariendall-Reckange 7,5 km
Equipment
Make sure your bike is safe to ride. Always carry a spare inner tube, tyre levers and a pump. A helmet and good lighting are also important. Don't forget to take a water bottle and a basic tool kit for minor repairs.
You do not own a bike or do not want to transport yours? On this tour you can easily hire bikes from Tourist Info Wëlle Westen in Useldange: www.visitatertwark.lu - (+352) 28 33 45 - info@visitwellewesten.lu.
Mandatory booking in advance!
Journey
The use of public transport is free of charge. Bicycles can be transported in the designated areas of trains and regional buses (but spaces may be limited during peak hours). Plan your trip and find public transport schedules at www.mobiliteit.lu. Train timetables can be viewed at www.cfl.lu.
Parking:
P&R Lohr, Mersch
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