Vianden Castle: Guide to Visiting [2024]
/Deep in the small country of Luxembourg lays one of Europe’s best kept secrets. A fairytale setting, majestic architecture and storied history all harmoniously collide into Vianden Castle, a place so beautiful that you’ll hardly ever forget it.
Vianden Castle, Luxembourg
In January of 2022, I had the chance to visit Luxembourg - a country full of great surprises (seriously you should check out my blog post on why you need to be visiting Luxembourg right about now)!
I was very lucky to also be able to set aside a day for a day trip out of Luxembourg City, and visit Vianden Castle.
In awe of Vianden Castle in Luxembourg
Are you ready to see one of my favourite castles in Europe? Here’s what you need to know about visiting Vianden Castle!
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Where to stay in Vianden
Vianden is a quiet, sleepy town, but that doesn’t mean there’s a lack of great places to stay. When visiting Vianden Castle, be sure to stay at one of these accommodation options!
Budget: Youth Hostel Vianden
Youth Hostel Vianden is a great option for those who want to save money, but still have a good accommodation experience. Although it’s not going to break any boundaries with its no-frills approach to a hostel stay, it’s still popular with guests for a reason. The hostel has mixed, male and female rooms.
You can take a closer look at Youth Hostel Vianden by clicking here.
Mid-Range: Camping de L'Our Appartements
The Camping de L'Our Appartements are a great set of apartments nestled quietly in Vianden town. Feel at home here with the apartments’ comfortable interior and chalet atmosphere. Also - although we’ve categorised this in the ‘Mid-Range’ category, the apartments are actually quite inexpensive.
You can take a closer look at Camping de L'Our Appartements by clicking here.
Luxury: Golf & Country Hotel - Clervaux
The closest luxury hotel to Vianden is the Golf & Country Hotel - Clervaux, which is in the neighboring town of Clervaux. Featuring an immaculate golf course and beautiful rooms, guests can treat themselves to a luxury experience when staying here.
You can take a closer look at Golf & Country Hotel - Clervaux by clicking here.
Brief History of Vianden Castle
I’m going to keep this short because you’re going to learn so much more about the castle when you visit, but here’s a basic rundown.
Inside Vianden Castle
Inside Vianden Castle
Vianden Castle is located at the north end of Luxembourg, and its origins can be traced all the way back to the 10th century. Over the 11th to 14th centuries, the castle was slowly constructed, with many parts being added or altered. Shortly after a mansion was added in the 17th century, the castle sadly fell into ruins, but has since been reconstructed to give it the façade that it has today.
The castle has a complex history involving nobility, confiscation, World War I & II, and years of restoration. In fact, the castle wasn’t completely restored until 1990.
Standing over 310m tall, the castle elegantly overlooks the quaint town of Vianden, which has a modest population of about 2,000 people.
How to get to Vianden Castle
If you’re reading this post, chances are that you’ll be trying to get to Vianden Castle from Luxembourg City. Luckily for you, Luxembourg’s public transport system is not only one of the most efficient in the world (in my opinion), but it’s also completely free to use.
The first thing you’ll want to do is use this website called Mobilitéitszentral to map out your journey. From Luxembourg City, there will be several ways to get to Vianden.
However, the most logical route will see you start at Luxembourg Gare Centrale (Luxembourg Main Station), where you’ll board a train headed for Ettelbruck, Gare. This journey will take about half an hour.
Inside Luxembourg Gare Centrale (Train Station)
From Ettelbruck, Gare, exit the train station and keep walking until you find the bus stops. From here, board Bus Number 570 headed towards Vianden, Gare and get off at this stop. From Vianden, Gare, walk about 10 minutes to the castle. This shouldn’t be a difficult walk, and you’ll be able to see the castle from the town anyway – so you won’t get lost.
All up, the journey will take about 1 hour and 10 minutes, one way.
Buying Tickets to Vianden Castle
You can simply buy your tickets to enter Vianden Castle at the entry, but sometimes there can be a line on weekends and holidays. If you want to save a bit of time and have your ticket digitally on your phone, you can purchase your tickets using this link.
What to see in and around Vianden Castle
Vianden Town
As you walk towards Vianden Castle, make sure you take it slow and also visit Vianden town’s attractions. Stroll through colourful and peaceful Altstadt Vianden, and pass by the Trinitarian Church.
Colourful houses of Vianden Town
Trinitarian Church, Vianden
If you’re visiting during the right season (usually every season except Winter – but please check seasonal times), you can take the scenic Vianden Chairlift.
After that, you’ll be ready for the main event – Vianden Castle itself. Once you purchase tickets and are admitted, touring the castle is actually really easy. You’ll be taken on a round-trip circuit which will show you every part of the castle that can be visited.
Inside Vianden Castle
Inside Vianden Castle
This includes parts of the castle such as the Lower Chapel, Genealogy Hall, Courtyard, Arendt Hall and the Surrounding Walk and Chapel – which was my personal favourite part of the castle.
Vianden Castle Opening Hours and Admission Fee
Opening Hours
Vianden Castle is open every day from 10am, and usually closes between 4-6pm – but please check the official website for exact times.
Admission Fee
The Entrance Fee is 10EUR for Adults, 5EUR for students and 2.50EUR for children.
Entry is free for holders of the LuxembourgCard, though. The card (1 day, 1 person) is only 13 EUR, so this card pays off very quickly. I would highly recommend purchasing a card as it’ll save you a lot on entrance fees around the country.
Where to stay around Vianden Castle
Panorama of Vianden Town from the Castle.
The town of Vianden is a small one, so there’s not too many accommodation options – but here’s a few that I would recommend.
Budget: Café Hotel de ville de Bruxelles – essentially an Inn with shared facilities, but highly comfortable rooms.
Mid-Range: Auberge Aal Veinen – family-run hotel with modern, comfortable rooms
High-Range: Auberge De L'Our – recently refurbished hotel in a central location
Is Vianden Castle worth visiting?
Breathtakingly beautiful, Vianden Castle.
Considering it’s one of my favourite castles I’ve ever visited? Absolutely.
Don’t hesitate at all to make the trip to Vianden Castle, I would really recommend it – Vianden Castle ended up becoming the highlight of my trip to Luxembourg.
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Thinking about visiting Vianden Castle in Luxembourg? Let me know in the comments below!
I wanted to give a big thank you to Visit Luxembourg who supported me on this trip. Their assistance was absolutely crucial in me having the best time possible in Luxembourg.
Asher at Vianden Castle.
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