CFL Trail 16 Lorentzweiler - Walferdange

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  • Station of departure: Lorentzweiler
  • Station of arrival: Walferdange
  • Distance: 11,2 km
  • Route: CFL 16
  • Elevation: +383m   -278m
  • Geoportail: View
  • GPX File: Download
Line graph showing the change in altitude over the 11.2-kilometre route. The route varies in altitude from 270 meters to 350 meters, with both positive and negative gradients.
Line graph showing the change in altitude over the 11.2-kilometre route. The route varies in altitude from 270 meters to 350 meters, with both positive and negative gradients.
 

Route description

After a tough climb, the route follows the Sentier de l’Alzette, a national rambling route, over the wooded heights of the Alzette valley.

The trail alternatively climbs and descends smoothly and has many viewpoints.
The end of this route, Walferdange station, is reached via a steep descent with a difference in altitude of 100 m.

For those who intend to finish the hike earlier at Heisdorf station, there is a signposted descent of 1.3 km (CFL 16a) down into the valley.

Our practical advices for walking adventures

Plan like a pro

  • Download the GPX file and integrate it into the navigation application of your choice.
  • Hiking trails are also available on geoportail.lu.

Safe walking

  • Make sure you have provisions in your backpack (bottle of water, snack...).
  • Brightly coloured clothes make you more visible.
  • Hiking shoes make the journey easier and prevent sore feet.
  • Anticipatory and cautious walking greatly reduces the risk of an accident.

Your train journeys

  • Before boarding, check the timetable and stay tuned about works on the railway network.
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