Discover Consdorf

Consdorf combines Luxembourg sandstone, striking rock formations and hiking trails with traces of the area’s history. When planning your trip, consider which themes you would like to explore further: a dark rock crevice, nature watching at ponds, or historic sites along the trails. Cycling also offers a choice of different route types: circular loops in the rock region and a connection along a former narrow-gauge railway line.

Sandstone, rocks and hiking trails

Kuelscheier is a narrow, dark crevice in the Luxembourg sandstone. The C2 trail passes through it; this section of the crevice is completely dark and more than 100 metres long. So be sure to bring a light source when planning this part of the route.

Well-maintained hiking trails in Consdorf lead through rocks, caves and gorges to viewpoints overlooking the Müllerthal and Luxembourg’s Little Switzerland. The C3 trail also passes ponds on the Muerbësch Plateau, which are of great importance for the survival of amphibians. The C3 also passes prehistoric rock carvings and leads to Méchelskirch. A hermit lived in the cave in the 18th century. Here, you can encounter nature and evidence of human history along the same trail.

The C5 also has distinctive destinations along the way: it passes the Schelmelee rock shelter, which was used as a human dwelling from prehistoric times through to the more recent past. At the end of the trail, hikers can stop at Konsdreffer Millen and sample the locally brewed d'Echternach beer.

Local history along the trails

In Consdorf, the C2 trail passes the oldest house in the village. It stands on Rue Huelewee and was built in 1756. Together with the passage through Kuelscheier, the trail brings natural and architectural history together at specific locations.

The C4 passes Rocher du Lion Rouge, a patriotic site commemorating the celebrations in 1939 for the centenary of Luxembourg’s independence. The C4 hiking trail also includes a section on the Echternach–Luxembourg cycle path, which leads into the centre of Consdorf. The trail thus connects a historic site with a route into the village centre.

Two further historic features meet at Consdorf Church. The historic bell tower was listed as a national monument by ministerial decision on 6 December 1982. The Apostle Bartholomew has been the patron saint of the parish church since 1624.

One natural feature on the Consdorf–Müllerthal circular route is the place called Goldkaul. There are four protected Douglas firs there, planted by forester Bohnenberger in 1900. The trees are more than 51 metres tall.

Cycling in the rock region

The local Felsenroute cycling route consists of four loops around the region, known for its striking rock formations, in the municipalities of Berdorf, Consdorf and Bech. Another option is the well-developed cycle path along the former track of a disused narrow-gauge railway. It connects Consdorf with Luxembourg City, Echternach, Diekirch and Trier. The route types differ considerably: the Felsenroute is made up of loops, while the cycle path connects several named places.

The Op der Gare Consdorf bicycle repair station is located on the PC2. It provides bicycle repair tools and a pump for bicycle tyres, prams and wheelchairs. It is a useful landmark for anyone planning to use this cycle route.

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