Mullerthal
Visitors come to Mullerthal for sandstone cliffs, narrow gorges and marked forest trails in eastern Luxembourg.
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Mullerthal is a wooded region in eastern Luxembourg, close to the German border. It is often called Little Switzerland because of its sandstone rock formations, which rise out of the forest as tall pillars, arches and cliffs, with deep, narrow gorges cut by small streams. The region is built around marked hiking trails that run through the valleys and past the rock faces, so walking is the main way to see it.
Plan the trip around walking. Villages such as Berdorf and the town of Echternach are common bases, and the trailheads are spread across them. Echternach has more shops and services than the villages, which sit closer to the gorges. Spring and early autumn are the most comfortable seasons for hiking. Paths can be wet and muddy after rain, so bring shoes with good grip.
Mullerthal in five
- Get a Mullerthal Trail map before you startThe gorge trails split and rejoin, so a printed or offline map saves a wrong turn. Phone signal can drop in the deepest gorges.Phones and eSIM
- Wear boots with grip on wet sandstoneSandstone steps and rock slabs get slippery after rain. Trainers with smooth soles are a poor choice on them.
- Check the climbing rules before you climbSome rock faces are off limits to climbing. Ask the local tourist office which ones are open before you go.
- Base yourself in Echternach or a villageEchternach has more shops and services, while villages such as Berdorf sit closer to the gorges. The trailheads are spread out, so your base decides how much you walk each day.Where to stay
- Arrange transport from Luxembourg CityYou can fly into Luxembourg Findel (LUX) and then drive or take a bus. A car lets you reach several trailheads in one day.Getting around
Things to do in Mullerthal
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Need to know
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Entry
- Schengen rules; many passports visa-free for short stays Read more
- Emergency
- 112 for police, fire and ambulance; 113 police in Luxembourg
- Tipping
- Service is included; rounding up is common but optional
- Time
- UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer (daylight saving)
Weather by month
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryCold, wet
- FebruaryCold, wet
- MarchTrails muddy
- AprilSpring green
- MayGreen, mild
- JuneLong days
- JulyWarm, busy
- AugustSummer crowds
- SeptemberDry, quieter
- OctoberAutumn colour
- NovemberGrey, wet
- DecemberShort days
Right now in Mullerthal
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 4°
- Humidity
- 91%
- Wind
- 5 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 34%
Mullerthal
09:47 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today8°2°34%Monday: Drizzle. High 8°, Low 2°. Chance of rain 34%.
- Tue7°1°8%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 7°, Low 1°. Chance of rain 8%.
- Wed9°1°0%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 9°, Low 1°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Thu8°1°0%Thursday: Clear. High 8°, Low 1°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Fri9°1°0%Friday: Clear. High 9°, Low 1°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Sat10°0°4%Saturday: Fog. High 10°, Low 0°. Chance of rain 4%.
- Sun9°3°10%Sunday: Fog. High 9°, Low 3°. Chance of rain 10%.
Updated 06:54 PM local time · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Every year
- Mar–AprEmaischenLuxembourg City, a day trip
- JulLuxembourg PrideLuxembourg City, a day trip
Before you go to Mullerthal
Rules for Mullerthal, checked
- Stay on marked paths and keep back from sandstone edges, which can break away and drop steeply.
- Climbing on rock faces is restricted in parts of the nature park; confirm where it is allowed before you climb.
- Open fires and barbecues are restricted in forests; check local rules before you light anything outdoors.
Plan around Mullerthal
Entry, money basics and the rest of the country
Read the guideGetting around LuxembourgBuses, car hire and the drives to the trailheads
Read the guideWhere to stayEchternach and village bases for the gorges
Read the guideMoney and costsCards, cash and tipping basics
Read the guideVisas and entrySchengen rules and passport checks
Read the guideTravel insuranceCover for falls and rescue on the trails
Read the guideMullerthal FAQ
How many days do I need in Mullerthal?
Allow a few days to walk several loops and visit Echternach. A single loop can be done in one day.
Is the Mullerthal Trail hard?
Expect steps, slippery rock and uneven ground in the gorges. Most fit adults can walk it, but a pushchair will not manage the rougher sections.
When is the best time to visit Mullerthal?
May and June, and September and October. The woods are green in late spring and turning color in autumn, with drier paths than in winter.
Can I visit Mullerthal without a car?
Yes, but the trailheads are spread across several villages. Check the bus timetable before you go and plan your loops around the service.
Why is Mullerthal called Little Switzerland?
The name Petite Suisse luxembourgeoise refers to the sandstone rock formations, which the name compares to Switzerland.
Which languages will I hear?
Luxembourgish, French and German are the official languages. English is common in tourist places.