Castle Arras
Depending on your starting point, the route, and your walking pace, you should allow about 30 to 45 minutes for the hike up to Arras Castle. The trail leads uphill and can be somewhat steeper in places. The trail is very natural and pleasantly cool in the summer, as it runs almost entirely beneath old oak and deciduous trees.
Start at the campground in Alf and head first toward the Alf Bach; once you cross the bridge, turn right and follow the Alf Bach. After about a 10-minute walk, a path branches off to the left and leads up the hill. From there, follow the local hiking signs toward Arras Castle. The trail leads out of the Alf Bach valley and up the mountain via ascending paths through wooded terrain. Along the way, you’ll see our beautiful forest, which alternates between forest roads and narrower trails. Continue to follow the signs to Arras Castle. In the upper section, you’ll reach the access road, which will eventually take you to the castle.
If you’d like to extend the hike a bit, you can combine the excursion with a trip to the Prinzenkopf Tower. From there, you’ll enjoy a beautiful view of the Moselle loop and the double-deck bridge between Alf and Bullay.
Arras Castle has a restaurant. Here, you can treat yourself to a little break after the hike and enjoy the beautiful view of the valley over a cup of coffee.
