Luxembourg is a small but beautiful country known for its lush forests, rolling hills, and picturesque landscapes. While it doesn’t have “national parks” in the traditional sense, it does have three large protected nature parks that serve a similar purpose. These parks are great for hiking, cycling, and experiencing Luxembourg’s natural beauty.
List of nature parks in Luxembourg
1. Naturpark Our (Our Nature Park)
Location: Northeast Luxembourg, bordering Germany and Belgium.
Features:
- Covers approximately 420 km².
- Known for the Our River, which flows through scenic valleys.
- Home to the Upper Sûre Lake, a major water reservoir.
- Ideal for hiking, cycling, and birdwatching.
- Towns like Vianden (with its famous Vianden Castle) are within the park.
2. Naturpark Öewersauer (Upper Sûre Nature Park)
Location: Northwest Luxembourg.
Features:
- Covers about 306 km².
- Surrounds the Upper Sûre Reservoir, an important water supply.
- Offers activities like boating, swimming, and fishing.
- Rich biodiversity, including forests, wetlands, and meadows.
- Great for hiking, with panoramic viewpoints and eco-friendly tourism.
3. Nature & Geopark Mëllerdall (Mullerthal Nature & Geopark)
Location: Eastern Luxembourg
UNESCO Global Geopark (since 2022)
Best for: Hiking, rock formations, caves, and waterfalls
Other Protected Natural Areas
Luxembourg also has many nature reserves and protected areas, including:
- Mullerthal Region (Little Switzerland) – Famous for rock formations, caves, and waterfalls.
- Guttland – A rural region with scenic valleys and medieval villages.
- Moselle Valley – Vineyards along the Moselle River, with hiking trails and wine tasting.
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