Kanton Echternach

Mullerthal Highlights

The Mullerthal region, often called 'Little Switzerland,' features a diverse concentration of historical and geological landmarks. This selection spans from the Roman era at Villa Romana to the medieval ruins of Beaufort and Heringerburg. Highlights include the Baroque architecture of Schloß Weilerbach and the scientific legacy of Henri Tudor in Rosport. Natural features like the Perekop rock formation and Kuelscheier crevices complement the cultural heritage found in Echternach’s Abbey and Prehistory museums, offering insight into the area's development from the Stone Age to the industrial era.

Mullerthal Highlights — Karte

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Abbey Museum

The Abbey of Echternach is a Benedictine monastery in the town of Echternach, in eastern Luxembourg.

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Château de Beaufort

Consists of the ruins of a medieval fortress built between the 11th and 14th centuries and an adjacent 17th-century Renaissance castle. The site is known for its traditional blackcurrant liqueur, Cassero.

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The Prehistory Museum

The Prehistory Museum in Echternach, Luxembourg, houses a collection of prehistoric artefacts principally from Luxembourg, northern Europe…

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Schloß Weilerbach

A Baroque summer residence built in 1742 by Abbot Emmanuel Limpach of Echternach. The estate features a French garden and is located near a historic ironworks site on the Sauer river.

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The Tudor Museum for Electricity and Batteries

The Tudor Museum, also known as Rosport Castle, is located in the little town of Rosport in north-eastern Luxembourg.

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Château de Lauterborn

An 18th-century manor house built on the site of a former Benedictine provostry. The current structure dates back to 1766 and features a private chapel.

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Villa Romana

One of the largest Roman villas in Northern Europe, featuring excavated foundations, reconstructed rooms, and original floor mosaics depicting daily life and mythological scenes.

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Perekop

A massive sandstone rock formation located along the road between Echternach and Berdorf. Steep ladders lead to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the surrounding forest.

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Kuelscheier Felsspalten

A group of narrow rock crevices and dark passages within the sandstone formations. Visitors can navigate through the 100-meter-long 'Rittergang' and dark caves; a flashlight is recommended.

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Heringerbuerg

The remains of a small medieval fortification located near the Mullerthal village. The site provides views over the Black Ernz valley and is accessible via the Mullerthal Trail.