24 days in Benelux Itinerary

While Luxembourg City boasts the shiny headquarters of several European institutions and EU offices, it is also home to a beautiful old town that's designated as a World Heritage Site.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Tue): take in the dramatic natural features at Casemates du Bock, get to know the fascinating history of Le Chemin de la Corniche, admire the landmark architecture of Notre Dame Cathedral (Cathedrale Notre Dame), Head underground at Petrusse Casemates, then don't miss a visit to Place Guillaume II, and finally contemplate the long history of Palace of the Grand Dukes (Palais Grand-Ducal).

For other places to visit, photos, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Luxembourg City itinerary planner.

Ottawa, Canada to Luxembourg City is an approximately 14-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 6 hour difference. June in Luxembourg City sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) early enough to drive to Mullerthal.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Mullerthal Trail. Kick off your visit on the 30th (Wed): trek along Mullerthal Trail and then explore the ancient world of Beaufort Castles.

To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and tourist information, read Mullerthal trip planner.

Mullerthal is just a stone's throw from Luxembourg City. In June, plan for daily highs up to 25°C, and evening lows to 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) to allow time to drive to Esch-sur-Sure.

Esch-sur-Sûre is a commune and small town in north-western Luxembourg. Kick off your visit on the 1st (Thu): explore the historical opulence of Bourscheid Castle, explore the ancient world of Chateau Esch-sur-Sure, and then walk around Parcs de la Petrusse.

To see ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, read Esch-sur-Sure journey planner.

Traveling by car from Mullerthal to Esch-sur-Sure takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Esch-sur-Sure can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 1st (Thu) to allow time for the car ride to Wiltz.

Wiltz is a commune with town status in north-western Luxembourg, capital of the canton Wiltz. Start off your visit on the 1st (Thu): steep yourself in history at Streikdenkmal, then take some stellar pictures from Schloss von Wiltz, then see the interesting displays at Nationalmuseum der Braukunst, and finally head outdoors with Jardin de Wiltz.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Wiltz road trip planning tool.

Wiltz is just a short distance from Esch-sur-Sure. In July, daily temperatures in Wiltz can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) early enough to travel to Bouillon.

Bouillon is a municipality in Belgium. Start off your visit on the 2nd (Fri): stroll the grounds of Frans-Duitse begraafplaats van Maissin, then take a peaceful walk through La Grande Foret de Saint-Hubert, then identify plant and animal life at Parc a Gibier, and finally don't miss a visit to Redu Village du Livre.

To see where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Bouillon trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Wiltz to Bouillon by car takes about 1.5 hours. July in Bouillon sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C at night. You will leave for Namur on the 4th (Sun).

Namur is a city and municipality in Wallonia, Belgium. Start off your visit on the 4th (Sun): appreciate the extensive heritage of Les Draisines De La Molignée, then examine the collection at Tresor d'Hugo d'Oignies, and then see the interesting displays at Felicien Rops Museum (Musee Felicien Rops). Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: indulge your thirst for a good beer at Brasserie du Bocq, steep yourself in history at Citadelle (Citadel), then find something for the whole family at Parc Attractif Reine Fabiola, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Loup.

For reviews, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Namur trip builder site.

You can drive from Bouillon to Namur in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 27°C, and evening lows to 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Liege.

Although decidedly industrial on the outskirts, Liege also boasts impressive architecture.

Explore hidden gems such as Montagne de Bueren and Collegiale Saint-Denis. Venture out of the city with trips to Parc Chlorophylle (in Manhay), Lieteberg (in Zutendaal) and Hoge Kempen National Park (in Genk). The adventure continues: admire the striking features of Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Head underground at Grotte de Comblain, steep yourself in history at Eglise St-Barthelemy (Church of St. Bartholomew), and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise St-Jacques.

To see ratings, maps, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Liege trip planner.

Traveling by car from Namur to Liege takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Liege can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) so you can go by car to Brussels.

The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Guild Houses and Sonian Forest. Explore Brussels' surroundings by going to Leuven (Groot Begijnhof, Botanical Garden Kruidtuin, &more), Antwerp (Carolus Borromeus Church, Saint Paul's Church, &more) and Mechelen (ZOO Planckendael, St. Rumbold's Cathedral, &more). There's lots more to do: get the lay of the land with Walking tours, admire the striking features of St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule), admire the natural beauty at Jardin du Petit Sablon, and see the interesting displays at Atomium.

To find photos, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, read Brussels trip builder app.

You can drive from Liege to Brussels in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Brussels are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Bruges.

The medieval town of Bruges centers around a canal, and the architecture of its historical district has made it a World Heritage Site.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to St. Annakerk (St Anne's Church) and De Panne Beach. Explore Bruges' surroundings by going to Talbot House - Museum (in Poperinge), Langemark Cemetery (in Langemark) and Ieper (Ypres) (Saint Julien Memorial & Hooge Crater Museum). The adventure continues: don't miss a visit to Zeilschip Mercator, steep yourself in history at Historic Centre of Brugge, explore the activities along Minnewater Lake, and take in panoramic vistas at Belfry of Bruges.

To see traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Bruges trip itinerary tool.

Drive from Brussels to Bruges in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in July, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.