Excursion in Luxembourg

VIANDEN TOUR, LUXEMBOURG

With an incredible backdrop of soaring green mountains and a majestic river, Vianden is a charming and picturesque town located in northeastern Luxembourg only about one hour's drive from Bastogne. Your professional private guide in Belgium is happy to share with you the delights of this ancient town, the most famous of which is the incredible Vianden Castle.

As it dominates the landscape for miles around, this imposing edifice stands overlooking the Our River as one of the largest castles in Europe. Spend a pleasant day with your private tour guide in Vianden exploring this ancient fortress and some of the town's other interesting attractions.

Some of the most breathtakingly beautiful scenery in all of Europe is found here in the amazing spectacle of the Ardennes, and the view from both above and below Vianden Castle is an unforgettable vista. As you explore the area with your knowledgeable private guide in Luxembourg you will be able to see the amazing fortified castle standing over the town from anywhere within the Our River valley.

Vianden Castle is a wonder of 10th century architectural ingenuity, featuring a Romanesque style that has been enhanced with Gothic decorations. Although the castle had previously fallen to ruins, today it is beautifully restored and open to the public for an interesting tour of discovery. Visitors enjoy wandering through the halls where spectacular tapestries and genuine artifacts are displayed in such a way to create an ambience of walking back in time.

Geneology displays tell the story of the Counts of Vianden and the Princes of Orange-Nassau who made the palace their home at different times, and pictorial exhibits regarding the restoration offer further interest. The views from the castle looking down onto the town are incredible, as is the panoramic vista of the lovely Ardennes with the Our River winding through the rolling hills of the green countryside.

The town of Vianden itself is quaint and interesting, with narrow lanes, Gothic churches, and many historic sites. The surrounding countryside lends itself to exploration as well, interspersed with lovely walking paths to welcome nature-lovers. The Vianden Chairlift offers an incredible experience with amazing views, and takes you to a lovely café atop the hill, just a few minutes from the Castle. You can choose to walk back down or take the chairlift again.

Your private guide in Vianden can also share with you a tour of the Maison de Victo Hugo, a museum dedicated to the French poet who lived here in 1871. The Caricature and Cartoon Museum is another interesting place to explore during your private guided tour of Vianden, with a fascinating display of international caricature exhibits. You may also wish to spend some time exploring the Indian Forest, which has zip-line tours for adventurous visitors.