Clervaux
Clervaux is a small Ardennes town in northern Luxembourg. Its castle houses The Family of Man photo exhibition, and forest walks start from the edge of town.
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Clervaux is a small town in northern Luxembourg, in the Ardennes highlands close to the Belgian border. Its best-known landmark is the castle above the Clerve river, which houses The Family of Man, a photography exhibition assembled by Luxembourg-born photographer Edward Steichen. The town also has a Benedictine abbey, and its streets are compact enough to walk in an afternoon.
Clervaux suits a slow trip of one or two days, with the castle and abbey in town and walking or cycling routes into the surrounding woods and valleys. Visitors come for quiet hills, forest trails and a photo exhibition that takes more than a quick look. Late spring to early autumn is the most practical season for walking, when days are long. Plan at least a full day, and two if you want to hike beyond the town.
Clervaux in five
- Visit the castle for The Family of ManThe Family of Man, a 1955 photo exhibition by Edward Steichen, hangs in the castle at Clervaux. Allow at least an hour for the photographs.
- Check the train times on cfl.luThe return connection matters most for a day trip, so check the CFL timetable before you plan the day.Getting around
- Rent a car for the villages of the ÖslingBus links between the small villages of northern Luxembourg are limited. A car makes the forest roads and hill villages much easier to reach.
- Set up an eSIM before the forest roadsMobile signal can drop on the wooded roads of the north. Download offline maps before you leave Luxembourg City.Phones and eSIM
- Carry some euro notesCards are accepted in most places, but small village bakeries and market stalls may prefer cash. Keep a few euro notes for them.
Things to do in Clervaux
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Need to know
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Entry
- Schengen rules: visa-free for many passports; check ETIAS status before you fly Read more
- Emergency
- 112 for police, fire and ambulance; 113 for police
- Tipping
- Service is included; rounding up the bill is customary
- Time
- UTC+1, daylight saving to UTC+2 in summer
Weather by month
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryCold, snowy
- FebruaryCold, quiet
- MarchCold, thaw
- AprilGreen starts
- MayMild, green
- JuneLong days
- JulyMild, showers
- AugustSummer holidays
- SeptemberAutumn starts
- OctoberAutumn color
- NovemberGrey, damp
- DecemberCold, quiet
Right now in Clervaux
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- 4°
- Humidity
- 95%
- Wind
- 10 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 100%
Clervaux
09:36 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today7°4°100%Monday: Rain. High 7°, Low 4°. Chance of rain 100%.
- Tue6°1°20%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 6°, Low 1°. Chance of rain 20%.
- Wed7°1°0%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 7°, Low 1°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Thu8°1°0%Thursday: Clear. High 8°, Low 1°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Fri9°0°2%Friday: Cloudy. High 9°, Low 0°. Chance of rain 2%.
- Sat8°1°8%Saturday: Drizzle. High 8°, Low 1°. Chance of rain 8%.
- Sun6°3°14%Sunday: Drizzle. High 6°, Low 3°. Chance of rain 14%.
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Every year
- Mar–AprEmaischenLuxembourg City, a day trip
- JulLuxembourg PrideLuxembourg City, a day trip
Day trips by train
- Luxembourg Cityabout 1 hour by carThe capital and the main rail hub for the country.Read the guide
- Viandenabout 30 min by carA hilltop castle above the Our river, a short drive south.
Before you go to Clervaux
Rules for Clervaux, checked
- Schengen rules apply, and many passports need no visa for short stays. Check the EU's ETIAS page before you book.Source
- Dial 112 for police, fire or an ambulance in Luxembourg. Dial 113 for the police.
- Carry your passport or ID card on day trips, since you may be asked to show it on trains or at checks.
Plan around Clervaux
Regions, entry, transport and money for a Luxembourg trip
Read the guideGetting aroundTrains, buses and car hire for the north and the capital
Read the guideWhere to staySmall hotels and guesthouses for a quiet night in the hills
Read the guideMoney and costsWhat a day in Luxembourg costs and how to pay
Read the guideVisas and entryWho needs a visa and what to check before you fly
Read the guideClervaux FAQ
Is Clervaux worth visiting?
Yes, for The Family of Man exhibition in the castle and for quiet hills and forest roads in northern Luxembourg. It is a small town, so it suits a slow trip rather than a full city visit.
How do you get to Clervaux from Luxembourg City?
By train or bus. Check the connection and the last return on cfl.lu before you go, since the timetable can change.
How many days do you need in Clervaux?
One day covers the castle and the town. Two days give time for the surrounding villages and walks in the hills.
Is Clervaux a good day trip from Luxembourg City?
It works as a day trip if you plan the train times carefully. A night in town lets you see the castle without rushing to catch the return connection.
When is the best time to visit Clervaux?
May to June and September to October give mild weather and green or autumn-colored hills. Winter is cold and quiet.
Do you need a car in Clervaux?
A car helps if you plan to visit the villages of the Ösling. In the town itself, you can walk between the castle and the center.