Twelve Mile Circle – An Appreciation of Unusual Places

Vianden Castle

Luxembourg (August 1999)

Vianden Castle in Luxembourg. My own photo.
Vianden Castle set high above the town

A twisted route led through hills and valleys in northern Luxembourg, the last Grand Duchy. We drove through Clervaux and Vianden, and thick stands of forest. It was a fun drive with plenty of scenery. We shared the road with mobs of motorcyclists and bicyclists that were also out to enjoy the views and the sunny weather.

High atop the town of Vianden sat the picturesque castle shown in the photograph (map). It looked like something from a fairy tale. Years of restoration brought Vianden Castle to a nearly pristine appearance. Curious visitors such as us ourselves could explore its beauty at leisure.

We hiked the hills well above the castle to a point where most people wisely took a chairlift instead. From there we discovered amazing views of the castle, the small town of Vianden, and the gentle Our River as it snaked through the valley far below.

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