Belvaux, Postschoul

At the beginning, an impressive view of Belval and the blast furnaces is offered. The route alternates between village idyll and historic places in the midst of the forests, such as the castle on Zolwerknapp. A great picnic spot is available towards the end of the route, where you can also explore the fully loaded carts (“Buggiën”). Along the trail, there are plenty of stops for lovers of local products; the inclusive shop "Eis Epicerie" in Soleuvre offers local and regional goods for purchase and tasting, and will also allow for dining from June 2026. Two freely accessible orchards with local fruit varieties, part of the "Tutti Frutti" project of the Minett UNESCO Biosphere, are located directly on or just a short walk from the trail: "Pakebierg" boasts an abundance of cherry, nut, pear, and apple trees, while the orchard at "Haus A Gadder" features 50 trees of various fruit varieties. Not far from the trail, and just a short drive away, you can admire the art of coffee roasting at "Torrefaction Knopes," fill up on milk at "Haff Tempels" in Oberkorn, or purchase fresh pasta products at "Pastificio Angelini" in Differdange.

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In the former kitchen, items illustrate the domestic living and working conditions at the end of the 19th century. Numerous images and objects document the industrial past of the region; part of this fund is, among other things, a working blast furnace in the scale of 1:50. Special significance is placed on a space that reflects the history of the commune during the Second World War: various texts, images and objects illustrate administrative processes of the occupying power, the resistance of the population and the moving fates of evacuees, forced recruits, prisoners of war and deserters. This exhibition also deals with the history of former organizations, societies and associations, including a collection of old club flags and uniforms. Another heritage of the region, almost forgotten today, is also commemorated through various artifacts. In 1885, in the southeast of Belvaux (Bel-Val), a source of mineral water was discovered and merchandised worldwide for its exceptional quality. Other themes such as the noble family de Tornaco and the Sassenheim Castle, the political life of the community or the partnership with the French town of Chauffailles invite the visitor to discover this exhibition.

The route offers views of the former Esch-Belval industrial area, once the center of Luxembourg's steel production. Today, Belval is a new economic and service center, which also hosts the University of Luxembourg. The associated ultra-modern Belval-Université station can be reached after the first 3.5 km of this hike. In the final section, starting approximately from Belval-Rédange station, the path rises by about 100 m. This last station is located near the French border. It serves the towns of Belvaux (L) and Rédange (F). This hike ends at Belvaux-Soleuvre station. Extension options: CFL hiking trails 24, Belvaux-Soleuvre – Belval-Université (4.2 km) or 27, Belvaux-Soleuvre – Oberkorn (4.8 km).