Before you go

Your trip to Diekirch.

Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.

Diekirch – Diekirch Destination Vianden and the Ardenas

How to get there

Aeroporto de Luxemburgo-Findel (LUX) Findel · 40 km
Gare de Diekirch (estação de trem) 1 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

Check before booking. From the capital the train goes to Ettelbruck and from there a branch reaches Diekirch, about 40 minutes in total. By car it's about 35 km via the northern motorway. Buses to Vianden depart from here. There is no fare on public transport, only for first class on the train; confirm beforehand.

How many days

Half a day is enough for the Museu Nacional de História Militar. A full day can include Bourscheid Castle and the Patton museum in Ettelbruck, or a trip to Vianden, 13 km away.

When to go

The museum is open year‑round, and December and January, the anniversary of the Battle of the Ardennes, usually feature ceremonies and events in the area. From May to September, walks through the Sûre valley and visits to Bourscheid are more pleasant. Check opening times before you go.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

It doesn't stop at the centre or the museum; they're about a 10‑minute walk from the station. For Bourscheid, a car helps: the castle sits atop the hill and public transport stops far away. Ettelbruck has train and bus services a few minutes away.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Diekirch

Morning
Museu Nacional de História Militar
Start with the museum, a 10‑minute walk from the station. Allow 2 to 3 hours for the Battle of the Ardennes dioramas and the vehicle collection.
Afternoon
Bourscheid Castle
By car or taxi it's about a 15‑minute drive to Bourscheid Castle, above the Sûre valley. Walk along the walls and towers with the audio guide.
Late afternoon
Museu Patton in Ettelbruck
Head down to Ettelbruck, a few minutes away, for the museum dedicated to General Patton and the town's liberation, and see the general's statue in the square.
Evening
Diekirch centre
Return to Diekirch for dinner in the centre, near the church of Saint‑Laurent and the donkey statues, or catch the train to the capital at Ettelbruck.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

Why are there donkey statues in Diekirch?

The residents of Diekirch have the traditional nickname 'donkeys', and the town adopted the animal as a symbol, with bronze statues and a fountain in the centre.

How to get to Diekirch by train?

Take the train from the capital to Ettelbruck and the branch to Diekirch; the journey takes about 40 minutes. Some trains run direct to Diekirch; check timetables.

Is it worth combining Diekirch with Vianden?

Yes. Vianden is about 13 km away, with buses from Diekirch, and both can be done in the same day.

Is Diekirch a good base for the Ardennes?

It's convenient for public‑transport users, since it has train and bus connections to Vianden. To stay close to castles and trails, Vianden and Clervaux are often preferred.

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