Extension of PC22 Path Lellingen & Fouhren Announced

Luxembourg’s Ministry of Mobility and Public Works has announced the extension of the PC22 cycle path between between Lellingen and Fouhren in northern Luxembourg, covering a total of 6,177.50 metres.

Although construction works began on 26 January 2026, Yuriko Backes, Luxembourg’s Minister of Mobility and Public Works, gave the first symbolic shovel on Friday 6 March 2026 to mark the new extension, in the presence of Carole Gils, Mayor of the municipality of Tandel, and Patrick Mergen, Mayor of the municipality of Bettendorf.

According to the ministry, this new section forms part of the national cycle path network as defined by law and represents a major step forward for soft mobility in the north of the country.

“With the extension of PC22, travelling by bicycle becomes simpler and more attractive. It covers an exceptional route between two emblematic valleys, offering cyclists the opportunity to travel through remarkable locations at the rhythm of the landscapes and nature. This new section responds to the demand for infrastructure adapted to public needs, whether for daily travel or leisure. It represents a concrete step forward for direct and safe mobility in the heart of the Sûre and Our valleys, which demonstrates the constant commitment to sustainable and accessible mobility that enhances the quality of life of the population,” highlighted Minister Backes.

The project extends the PC22 cycle path between Lellingen and Fouhren, reaching Bleesbruck in a first phase. The section currently under construction has a total length of 6,177 metres, including 4,232 metres of new route. At the same time, the redevelopment of the N17 Rue Clairefontaine between Diekirch and Bleesbruck will extend the PC22 cycle path and ensure a direct connection with the national cycle path PC15 from next year, noted the ministry.

This new infrastructure will connect Diekirch in the Sûre valley with Vianden in the Our valley and provide a link onwards to Luxembourg City while avoiding steep slopes. The route largely follows the former track of the “Benni” railway line, which operated between Vianden and Diekirch until 1948. The route includes the reactivation of the 170 metre railway tunnel in Fouhren. Workers completed the tunnel’s transformation in 2017 and introduced a false ceiling and a specially designed lighting system to allow cyclists and bats to coexist without disturbing the fauna.

The ministry noted that this new connection between the Sûre valley and the Our valley fully supports national objectives related to sustainable mobility, ensuring coherent, safe and attractive cycling infrastructure while linking two tourist hubs.

According to the ministry, the works should finish in August 2027. The project costs €3,146,805.09 including VAT.