The Minett Region is best known for its red-earth landscapes (that gave it the nickname “Terres Rouges”), the shared mining and steel heritage, its nature reserves and cultural sites and its status as a UNESCO Biosphere reserve.

In southwestern Luxembourg, around Esch-sur-Alzette and neighbouring towns, along the border with France and Belgium. 

The Minett Region and its rich biodiversity is best experienced through the “Minett Trail” stage hiking trail, a trail of 90 kilometers subdivided into 10 stages. Another way to explore the dramatic landscapes is offered by its mountainbike trails, criss-crossing the former mining areas.

Its industrial heritage is expressed by its heritage sites, which assembled into the “Minett Tour”, a grouping of 9 heritage sites with each offering a specific topic.

Public transport is well-connected throughout the region with a tight network of train and bus lines. Public transport is entirely free of charge.

For the latest timetables, consult the official websites or check the mobiliteit.lu planner.

With its large offer of interesting museums on the subject of its industrial heritage, the Minett lends itself to be discovered by children and their families. Explore old mines, climb atop a blast furnace, experiment in a science museum - and so much more.