ISAL presents “UNEXPECTED LUXEMBOURG 2016”
Vianden Castle and Luxembourg City on Saturday, 22 OCTOBER 2016

One of the famous Luxembourg places and an incredible landmark of the Duchy is the ancient Vianden Castle. The Castle was constructed between the 11th and 14th centuries on the foundations of a Roman 'castellum' and a Carolingian refuge. It is one of the largest and most beautiful feudal residences of the Romanesque and gothic periods in Europe. The bold, brilliant, and skillfully restored in the 1970’s, Vianden Castle is overlooking the River Our and now ranks as a monument of not only regional but European importance. 

Luxembourg, the capital of the only Grand Duchy in the world, a city of contrasts, nowhere else in Europe you will find such a stunning blend of historic sites and contemporary architecture. The old city of Luxembourg and its fortress has for long been part of the UNESCO World Heritage. With high-tech buildings running alongside historical monuments, the capital represents a rich tapestry of contrasts and urban experiences. In short: Luxembourg, a modern city with deep roots, will surely surprise you with its myriad delights.

Tentative Schedule:

On Saturday, 22 OCTOBER 2016
 
Departure from Leuven
07:30 Hrs : Parking Bodart, Veilingweg,Leuven (map)
07:40 Hrs : Diestsepoort, Leuven station (map)
                     (For participates joining from Hasselt, Brussels, Mechelen, Liege there are trains arriving before 7:30 Hrs, you can board                           the bus at Leuven station)
              
10:00 Hrs : Estimated arrival time at Vianden Castle
12:00 Hrs : Departure to Luxembourg city
12:45 Hrs : Arrival in Luxembourg city
13:30 Hrs : Walking tour of Luxembourg city by Professional guide.
16:00 Hrs : The tour ends  (You may also skip the guided tour partly or entirely if you have your own plans)
16:00 Hrs : Free time to explore, map and more information will be provided
 
18:30 Hrs : Estimated departure from Luxembourg
21:00 Hrs : Estimated arrival in Leuven (Parking Bodart and Diestsepoort)
 
Prices: 
Student                             : 32 Euro
Non-student                    : 36 Euro
Kids (up to 12 yrs)          : 26 Euro
 
Price includes:
Return trip by bus from Leuven, Entry ticket to Vianden Castle, Walking tour in Luxembourg city by Professional guide, light snacks on the bus, city maps and more information will be provided on the bus.

​"Registration are closed as we reached the maximum capacity. If you are still interested, write us  leuvenisal@gmail.com to know about any vacant spots due to cancellations."

Visit Information:

​Our trip begins at Vianden Castle. We will be halting there for about 2 hours. On arrival, we will give you entrance tickets and information brochures. You are free to explore the place at your own pace. Usually, it takes one hour to visit the castle.

• Enter this enchanting 11th-century gem and admire antique weaponry and armor, ornate furniture, and Gobelin tapestry. 
• Castle is surrounded by a long and beautiful fortified wall. The entrance to the castle continues through five gates, the first of which had a drawbridge.
• Surrounded by hills and nature, do not miss some of the breathtaking panoramic views of the beautiful Vianden town overlooking the “River Our” from the castle.
• Optionally you may take a short hike around the castle to grab pictures of the iconic Vianden castle from different views.

To find more please visit the official website here.
 
We then start and arrive in Luxembourg City, approximately, at quarter to one. After about an hour of lunch break, we re-group for a walking guided tour by professional guides from Luxembourg city tourist office.

• Enjoy walking around the city for about 2-3 hours and discover the most beautiful corners and attractions of the city centre in company of an experienced guide:  the old quarter of which has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Place d’Armes, Constitution Square, Corniche, Monument of the Millennium, Old Town, Palace of the Grand Dukes (outside), Place Guillaume II, Bock promontory, Bock Casemates (outside) and much more.
• After the tour, there will be many attractions that you may like to visit: Kicherberg district, Musée Draï Eechelen, Park Draï Eechelen with view of Fort Thüngen, Bock Casemates (inside), Mudam (Modern art Museum), shopping, bars, dining and much more. Find more information here. 

 
There we end a perfect day in enchanting Luxembourg, with a lot of beautiful memories in mind and pictures in camera, around 18:30h, we start heading to Leuven.
 
Delve into Europe’s ancient historical heritage on a comprehensive full-day trip. Absorb the antique charm of Luxembourg. Come join to experience the beauty of and discover UNEXPECTED LUXEMBOURG with ISAL. You’re sure to be delighted on the visit! We are looking forward to welcoming you :)

For more information and  queries write us:
Email: leuvenisal@gmail.com