Vianden, Place Engelmann

Vianden Castle is a real magnet for visitors, being one of the biggest and most beautiful feudal residences from the Romanesque and Gothic periods. The castle was built between the 11th and 14th century on the foundations of a Roman castle and a Carolingian refuge and for a long time belonged to the Grand Ducal family, before passing into state ownership in 1977. Since then it has been restored to all its former glory. Today, Vianden Castle is one of Europe’s leading historical monuments. There is a modern, interactive visitor centre in the entrance area. The medieval festival in summer has become an annual highlight at Vianden Castle. During this time, visitors can discover a colourful medieval animation with battle demonstrations, musicians, fire artists, jugglers, minstrels, bird of prey displays, calligraphy demonstrations and much more. The LuxembourgPass is not valid during the Medieval Festival.

Follow in his footsteps and visit the places that inspired the writer on our culture tour with your LuxembourgPass. Victor Hugo travelled to Luxembourg multiple times during the 19th century. He spent several weeks in political exile in Vianden and also visited Clervaux, Echternach and Larochette on his travels. He penned plenty of masterpieces along the way, including stories, poems and drawings of spots that left an impression on him. Our tour lasts one full day of around eight hours, with breaks included.

Hotel-Restaurant Auberge Aal Veinen "Beim Hunn" is located at the foot of Vianden Castle in one of the town’s oldest buildings, the former castle forge. Today, it houses a rustic inn with newly renovated guest rooms. The restaurant is known for its charcoal-grilled meat specialities, complemented by a selection of fine wines. The cosy and traditional atmosphere makes it a great spot for relaxed dining in good company.Hotel-Restaurant Auberge Aal Veinen "Beim Hunn" is located at the foot of Vianden Castle in one of the town’s oldest buildings, the former castle forge. Today, it houses a rustic inn with newly renovated guest rooms. The restaurant is known for its charcoal-grilled meat specialities, complemented by a selection of fine wines. The cosy and traditional atmosphere makes it a great spot for relaxed dining in good company.

What was life like for the citizens of Vianden in the 18th and 19th centuries? Find out at Vianden’s History Museum. Housed in an old merchant’s house, it tells the town’s thousand-year history. It also includes a bakery museum and a museum about Luxembourg’s national poet, Edmond de la Fontaine, also known as Dicks, who lived and worked in Vianden, among other places, in the 19th century.