Insenborn by the Upper Sûre Lake: Paths, Forest and Water

Insenborn between lake and forest

Insenborn connects the Upper Sûre Lake with hiking trails, a guided solar boat trip and activities centred around the forest. The Upper Sûre Lake covers 380 hectares. Motorboats are prohibited on the lake—a key restriction to bear in mind when considering activities on the water. The options below offer different experiences and provide practical pointers for planning your days in Insenborn.

Solar boat trips and water sports on the Upper Sûre Lake

Guided solar boat trips depart from Insenborn. During the approximately two-hour trip, you will learn about the lake’s flora and fauna, the history of the dam and the protection of drinking water. The trip takes you into remote side arms and includes a stop at the Burfelt Forest Discovery Centre. This way, you can enjoy views of the lake and visit the centre. Check the current restrictions on water use before your visit.

Swimming, canoeing, diving, windsurfing and sailing are possible on the Upper Sûre Lake outside the protected zone near the main dam. This geographical restriction is part of planning each activity. Public toilets are available at the bathing areas around the lake. The Frounbierg bathing area is in the village of Insenborn; the solar boat landing stage is at the left end of Insenborn beach. You can reach the Fuussefeld bathing area from Insenborn via a narrow road. There are permanent barbecue areas there; the spot is also suitable for visitors bringing their own kayak or stand-up paddleboard.

Paths by the water and through the forest

The Éislek Pad Insenborn runs along the water and passes the plage d’Insenborn and, in particular, the Belvédère Burfelt panoramic platform. The platform is 70 metres above the Upper Sûre Lake. The nearest bus stop to the Éislek Pad access point, “Duerf”, is 40 metres away. The ES 10 – Solar Boat hiking trail is marked in both directions with white-and-blue ES 10 signs. You can use the information about the bus stop and trail markings to help you find your way from the starting point.

The 2.5-kilometre forest adventure trail has information panels and leads to the Burfelt Nature Conservation Centre. The centre offers exhibitions and activities centred around the forest. The Burfelt nature trail heads towards Insenborn through coppiced oak woodland, descends to the reservoir shore and continues to the centre. The “amphibious circular trail” combines a short solar boat trip with an eight-kilometre hike. When comparing these options, the stated trail lengths and the approximate duration of the guided solar boat trip provide different points of reference.

A cultural landmark in the village

The neo-Gothic Church of St Roch in Insenborn has a specific historical connection: it was built to plans by the architect Biver, and construction dates to 1861. This adds an architectural aspect to the lake and forest themes. If you would like to combine several interests during your stay, Insenborn offers information about the nature of the lake and forest as well as a named church building with a recorded construction date.

Discover more destinations: Buderscheid, Stauseegemeinde, Esch-Sur-Sûre, Kaundorf, Winseler, Dahl, Wilwerwiltz, Eschdorf.

For the overview of the wider area: Wiltz.