Grevenmacher Between the Moselle and the Vineyards

Grevenmacher lies between the Moselle and the vineyards. River views, viewpoints overlooking the vines and historic sites give your stay a variety of highlights. Depending on your interests, you can spend your time exploring the town’s history, hiking trails, printing arts, or experiences centred on wine and the Moselle.

Town History in Walls and Chapels

The historical and cultural tour follows the story of Grevenmacher along the walls of the old fortress. Turgaass, an open-air gallery beside the town wall, also focuses on the town’s history: six large illustrated panels present historical facts. The right to hold a market is also part of the town’s history: in 1357, Duke Wenceslas I granted Grevenmacher the right to hold a weekly market.

The Chapel of the Cross was built on Kreuzerberg in 1737. The chapel and the Stations of the Cross were added to Luxembourg’s list of national monuments in 2015. Another remnant of the former fortress is the old fortress tower, which has served as the bell tower of Saint Lawrence Parish Church since 1782. A sculpture of the blannen Theis has been on display in his hometown of Grevenmacher since 1991.

Printing History at the Kulturhuef Museum

The Kulturhuef Museum is dedicated to the history of printing and displays numerous printing presses, tools and documents. Visitors can try printing for themselves and take home a keepsake. This hands-on activity complements the exhibits on historical equipment and materials. The museum also offers free guided tours in several languages. One exhibition traces the history of a family from 1754 to 1880.

If you plan to take a guided tour, check the latest programme details in advance. Booking details for guided tours of Caves Bernard-Massard may also change, so it is helpful to check the latest information before your visit.

Hiking Trails with Varied Views

The trails differ in the landscapes they are described as passing through. The local GM1 – Roman Monument trail offers views from Longkaul on the Hougeriicht hilltop across the vineyards to the Moselle Valley. The GM2 – Gruussfooscht/Haard trail leads to the Gruussfooscht viewpoint, then through the forest towards Haard. The Grevenmacher Auto-Pédestre hiking trail follows the Moselle to the Kelsbaach Valley, then reaches a viewpoint overlooking the course of the Moselle.

For a view across the vines and down into the valley, the viewpoint at Hougeriicht is a good reference point. The GM2 links a viewpoint with a forest section, while the Auto-Pédestre hiking trail passes along the Moselle and through the Kelsbaach Valley. These differences can help you choose a trail based on the landscapes you are most interested in seeing along the way.

Experience Wine and the Moselle

At Caves Bernard-Massard, you can taste wines while overlooking the Moselle. Guided tours about the production of wine and Crémant are also available. Tastings and tours have different focuses: one centres on the wine, while the other explores the production process.

Guests aboard the MS Princesse Marie-Astrid can enjoy a gourmet meal in an elegant interior during a cruise on the Moselle. Large panoramic windows offer views of vineyards, picturesque villages, rolling hills and forests. For a trip focused on scenery and regional flavours, these experiences complement the hiking trails and riverside wine tasting with a view from the river.

Seasonal Outdoor Pool and Regional Products

The outdoor pool in Grevenmacher is open seasonally. It has a large main pool for adults with one- and three-metre diving boards. If swimming is part of your plans, take the seasonal opening into account when choosing when to visit.

The Kulturhuef Kino snack bar offers a year-round selection of regional, organic and fair-trade products. Together with the wine offerings, this provides a taste of a range of products and experiences, without limiting your stay to a single theme.

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