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Esch-sur-Alzette Canton

Natural Staircase – Gro Minière Iron Ore Mine loop from Esch-sur-Alzette

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Esch-sur-Alzette Canton

Natural Staircase – Gro Minière Iron Ore Mine loop from Esch-sur-Alzette

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Natural Staircase – Gro Minière Iron Ore Mine loop from Esch-sur-Alzette

03:28

12.5km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 14, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 11.4 km for 87 m

Open: • Monday-Sunday: 5:00 AM-10:00 PM (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.24 km

Esch, Alzette Street

Highlight • Settlement

The longest shopping street and largest pedestrian zone in Luxembourg.

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2

2.02 km

Gaalgebierg Footbridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Pedestrian foot bridge from the station at Esch up to the parks and forest above the city. Great views of the city and an interesting structure.

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3

2.63 km

Gaalgebierg Park, Esch-sur-Alzette

Highlight • Rest Area

The city park of the municipality of Esch-sur-Alzette is located on the "Gaalgebierg" (Galgenberg) and thus almost above the roofs of the city. With a rose garden, a cascade and many other little surprises, it is definitely worth a visit.

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4

3.94 km

Panoramic View of the Former Eisebierg Quarry

Highlight • Viewpoint

The little detour to the view is worth it!

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5

6.64 km

Naturschutzgebiet Brucherbierg-Lallengerbierg

Highlight • Natural Monument

Between the municipalities of Esch-sur-Alzette, Kayl and Schifflange, the "Brucherbierg-Lallengerbierg" nature reserve extends over around 267 hectares. After the cessation of mining, which was located on this site, the area …

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6

7.60 km

Natural Staircase

Highlight • Natural Monument

Staircase made of wood. Love these!

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7

7.68 km

Gro Minière Iron Ore Mine

Highlight • Historical Site

Hidden in the woods are the remains of some old iron mines.

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8

7.71 km

Gro Minière Mine Entrance

Highlight • Historical Site

Here iron ore was extracted from the mountain, information boards explain the historical background.

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B

12.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.44 km

2.62 km

2.01 km

708 m

423 m

271 m

Surfaces

4.10 km

2.84 km

2.61 km

2.31 km

394 m

200 m

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (290 m)

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