Schoenfels Old Tower

The Old Tower of Schoenfels is the most prominent surviving feature of the medieval castle complex in the Valley of the Seven Castles. This massive rectangular donjon was erected in the 13th century, likely around 1292, by Ferri of Schoenfels, serving as both a fortified residence and a potent symbol of manorial authority. Constructed with thick walls of local sandstone and topped with characteristic battlements, the tower is an outstanding example of the feudal architecture favored by the Luxembourgish nobility. Despite numerous conflicts and changes in ownership over the centuries, the tower has remained largely in its original form, while other parts of the fortress were eventually replaced by more modern chateau structures. The interior houses vaulted chambers that were once used for defense and storage. Its strategic position overlooking the Eisch River allowed for effective control of valley access. Today, the tower is part of a state-protected heritage site, hosting cultural exhibitions and housing forestry administration offices while its historic facade is meticulously preserved.

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The geographical center of Luxembourg, located in the Valley of the Seven Castles, combining Roman history with modern infrastructure.

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Leudelange

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Steinsel

Steinsel is located north of the capital in the Alzette valley.

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Kehlen

Kehlen is located northwest of the capital on a high plateau.

History & landmarks

Luxembourg City Hall

The neoclassical administrative building on Place Guillaume II is the hub of the capital's local government.

Larochette

A picturesque town in the valley of the White Ernz, dominated by the imposing ruins of a medieval castle.

Schoenfels Castle

Schoenfels Castle is best known for its imposing square keep dating back to the 12th century.

Eisch Valley Roman Road

Remains of a historic Roman road cross the Eisch Valley.

Hollenfels Castle

Hollenfels Castle is distinguished by its prominent 23-meter-high residential tower from the 14th century.

Old Castle of Ansembourg

A medieval hilltop castle in the Valley of the Seven Castles, towering over the Eisch river.

Hollenfels Old Mill

The old mill in Hollenfels testifies to rural industrial history.

Nature

Telpeschholz

The Telpeschholz is a heathland area near Kehlen.

Millebierg Nature Reserve

Located north of the capital near Steinsel, this area protects valuable calcareous dry grasslands.

Gourmangslee Nature Reserve

Located near Lorentzweiler, this area protects steep forest slopes and rock formations above the Alzette valley.

More places

Dondelange Castle Ruins

The castle ruins of Dondelange date back to the Middle Ages.

St. Hubert Chapel

The St.

New Ansembourg Castle

This Baroque palace was built in the 17th century by industrialist Thomas Bidart.

Eisch Valley Medieval Watchtower

The watchtower served to monitor access in the Eisch Valley.