Auto-pédestre trail Lamadelaine

The hike begins not far from the old mill in Lamadelaine, which unfortunately cannot be visited spontaneously, but you can request a guided tour from the municipality of Pétange. At the beginning of the hike, you have the choice of starting towards the fishponds or towards the Titelberg ('Tëtelbierg').

On the plateau of the Titelberg you will pass the ruins of an old Celtic village. Take the time to enter the site behind the wooden fence and to read the information boards.

From the Celts, you walk on to the Prënzebierg - Giele Botter nature reserve. Iron ore was mined in this former open-cast mining until 1978, after which nature reclaimed its rights. Today, you can still see the mining terraces and red earth here. This nutrient-poor soil is home to rare plant species such as wild orchids, which can be seen especially in May and June.

Once you have left the open-cast mining, walk back through the forest towards Lamadelaine. The good news: it's mainly downhill! At the end of the hike, you will pass the fishponds, where you can sit down and enjoy a snack before returning to your starting point.