Description
33km | 3 countries | no borders
Welcome to the M³-Trail in the borderless tri-country area. Discover the German-French-Luxembourgish border region with its very special charm and its eventful history over 33 kilometers.
Harsh war years, countless border shifts, power struggles, negotiations, and agreements have shaped the border area and its people over centuries. Upon closer inspection, the natural landscape still reveals the scars of this time with trenches, overgrown tank barriers, bomb craters, and hidden bunkers.
Thanks to the Schengen Agreement, the region has now grown into a borderless, shared living and cultural space. The M³-Trail offers the opportunity to get to know this shared living and cultural space, its people, and its history. Especially exciting stops include the European Museum in Schengen, the Château des Ducs de Lorraine in Sierck les Bains, and the German-French Peace Chapel near Perl.
Directions
The M³-Trail is a 33-kilometer circular route that can be started at various points. Very good parking options are available in the Perl-Sehndorf area (large parking lot at Kreckelberg), at Perl train station, at the European Museum in Schengen, and at the Maison de la Nature in France. The trail offers a perfect mix of nature and cultural experiences. Exciting paths, stream valleys, and extraordinary natural areas provide nature lovers with a unique journey through the tri-border region. With the European Museum in Schengen, the Château des Ducs de Lorraine, and the Peace Chapel, culture and history enthusiasts will find exciting places along the route.
Equipment
Sturdy footwear
Journey
Nearest bus stop: Schengen, Ennen am Doref
Parking:
Parking spaces under the bridge and along the street.