Getting to Fischbach (Mersch) by public transport

The path initially leads along an asphalted way into the forest. There it gently winds uphill, lined with rocks. Via a hollow path, you reach the Al Schmelz, the only visible remains of the old smelting works of Fischbach. Then it continues up stairs to the Napoleonshut. A paved path then continues uphill. Once at the top, another hollow path leads down to the idyllic Koedange. On the way back, the path leads again through the forest, offering beautiful views of Fischbach.

ExtraTour E starts in Fischbach at the car park on Rue du Moulin. The path first leads through the village, past a fountain. This is followed by a short climb that offers a beautiful view of the church and the castle. You walk past the ‘Al Schmëlz’ geosite to the Napoleonshut rock formation, then along a dirt track to Koedange and cross the Kéidenger Brill – “Soup”, a nature reserve. From there, the route climbs uphill again through the forest, along the Häertcheslee, where you can see grinding the traces. The path runs across an open field landscape on Mullerthal Trail Route 3 towards ‘Soup’ . Continue along Mullerthal Trail Route 3 to Larochette. The trail leads along the Manzebaach to Meysembourg Castle, where you can take a break. You walk uphill, past the church of Meysembourg, then back into the forest. Downhill you go back to Fischbach. Possible Starting Points: Fischbach: Rue du Moulin / Heffingen: Soup /Larochette: Place Bleech

Iron was produced at this idyllic location in the 18th and 19th centuries. The "Al Schmelz" is located in the municipality of Fischbach. A blast furnace plant was once located here. The ponds, which were used to generate energy and supply water to the plant, are still visible today. How the iron was produced can now be experienced digitally. Today, the area forms a valuable biotope and exemplifies the interplay between industrial culture and nature in the UNESCO Global Geopark Mëllerdall. It is open to the public and part of the local natural and cultural heritage. The Al Schmelz in Fischbach: Former blast furnace plant with ponds from the 18th century in the UNESCO Global Geopark Mëllerdall. Hike: F1 Closest bus stop: Beim Schlass (250m)