THE MULLERTHAL - LUXEMBOURG'S LITTLE SWITZERLAND (BANK HOLIDAY)

Backabush is heading off over the late May bank holiday weekend to hike the magical region of the Mullerthal, often referred to as Luxembourg's Little Switzerland!

Cost - £339 per person in small twin share room or £409 single occupancy. Group size - 18. Accommodation (4 nights) - Holiday cabins.

The Mullerthal region of Luxembourg is delightful landscape of ancient forests and rolling hills criss-crossed by fast flowing streams which cut deep and narrow gorges. The sandstone geology is peppered with caves, ravines and mysterious rock formations

ACCOMMODATION:

We will stay in comfortable holiday cabins with self catering kitchens and twin share or single occupancy bedrooms. Located in lovely little Berdorf village we are perfectly located to explore this magical region.

Our accommodation is situated only 6km from the medieval town of Echternach, on a vast plateaux above the valleys of the Black Ernz, the Sure and the Aesbach forest.

Don't miss the chance to hike this little know wonder of Luxembourg!

ITINERARY:

Friday 22 May - We will meet at the accommodation and can check in from anytime from 3PM.

Saturday 23 May - Section of the Mullerthal Trail Route 1.

This hike interweaves various elements of the beautiful landscape. Rocks, forests, sweeping views and meadows will offer us a delightful outdoor experience.

Sunday 24 May - Section of the Mullerthal Trail Route 2.

Today's hike leads us deep into the heart of Luxembourg's Little Switzerland and presents spectacular rock formations that fire the imagination.

Monday 25 May - Section of the Mullerthal Trail Route 3.

Our final hiking day reveals enormous rock formations and enchants with picturesque stream valleys and romantic castles.

Tuesday 26 May - We need to check out of the cabins by 10AM.

Hiking plans may need to be altered depending on weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.

DIFFICULTY:

A moderate level of hiking fitness is required to cross terrain that will be uneven and rocky in places. We may be hiking over 12 miles with over 600m of cumulative ascent.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

• 4 nights twin-share or single occupancy accommodation in holiday cabins shared between 3 people in each cabin.
• A full itinerary of hikes.
• Trip organiser. Mountain Leader and outdoor first aid certified.
• Financial protection in accordance with the Package Travel Law 1992.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:

• Flights (see below).
• Meals. Our holiday cabins have self catering kitchens plus there are also restaurants, cafes and a supermarket in the area.
• Entry fees.
• Travel Insurance.

RECOMMENDED FLIGHTS:

There are numerous convenient flights to Luxembourg from multiple London airports (Heathrow, City and Stansted) with British Airways, Luxair and Ryanair. Please use Skyscanner to find the most suitable flights for you.

Public transport is free in Luxembourg and it will be easy to take the bus from Luxembourg Airport to our accommodation in Berdorf (we will share detailed travel information closer to the date).

HOW TO BOOK A PLACE ON THIS TRIP:

To confirm your place on this trip use online banking. Your RSVP is not enough to reserve a space on this trip. Please use Mullerthal as your payment reference. The account details are:

Account Name: BACKABUSH XPLORERS
Sort Code: 090127
Account Number: 22440622

The following "terms and conditions" apply to all trip reservations:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ngc5A61k76qb6HGMeTK96AVaXn0565yPS9p42IPzIy8/

Please email backabushxplorers@yahoo.com as soon as you send payment so that we can confirm everything with you.