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A Quiet Afternoon at the Reservoirs

Escape the crowds and hike up the river Our to see Europe’s largest hydro-electric power plant.

Best time: noneAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 10:00

    Vianden Pumped Storage Plant

    Arrive at the Pumped Storage Plant when it opens. The visitor's centre is free and offers a peek into the machinery behind the two large reservoirs.

  2. 11:00

    Check the route for a nearby spot to eat or drink. There are no listed food or drink shops in the immediate context, so plan a short walk or drive to find a café or restaurant in Vianden.

  3. 12:00

    Vianden Pumped Storage Plant

    Return to the plant for a hike along the river Our. The walk takes you up to the reservoirs, offering industrial views and away from the tourist crowds.

  4. 13:00

    End your visit. Check the route for your next destination or return to town.

Local tip

The plant is open from 10:00. In summer (Easter to September), it stays open until 20:00, but arriving at 10:00 ensures you catch the quietest time of day.

Check before you go

  • Opening hours: 10:00-16:00 (Oct-Apr), 10:00-20:00 (Easter-Sep).

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Vianden (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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