The Walls of Corniche

A corniche is a road or path that is carved into a mountainside when one side of the land is sharply rising and the other side is descending. Walking along the Bock's slopes, the Chemin de la Corniche provides spectacular views of The Grund and the Alzette Valley.

This corniche, a promenade that is part of a mountain, overlooks the Alzette River and offers just breathtaking views of it. The lovely Iglesia de San Miguel and Neimenster Abbey are just two of the historic monuments you pass by on this journey. With good reason, the walls were dubbed "the most magnificent balcony in Europe." The peak on which the stroll is situated provides a bird's eye view of the surrounding area's rolling landscapes and intriguing buildings.

The sites surrounding the Walls still provide for an interesting and educational visit, and the vistas can still be enjoyed from the ground level, even for people who don't like to trek or are frightened of heights.

Location: Chemin de la Corniche, Luxembourg