Rindschleiden

Rindschleiden, Luxembourg’s smallest village, is a haven of peace located in the Guttland region.

Rindschleiden, Luxembourg’s smallest village, is a haven of peace located in the Guttland region. With a church, a little forest, a museum, a bistro, and a small park, taking a stroll through Rindschleiden is like walking through a picture book. It doesn’t take long to get your bearings as you take in the view from the parking lot in the village centre. Your eye is drawn to the church, to the quaint Thillenvogtei Museum, to the bistro with the brightly coloured signposts in the front garden, and to the apple trees. Walking three paces brings you to a park featuring a gently winding path and evening yoga exercises. The village itself is uninhabited, at least by humans. At night, only cats, pigs, and chickens are encountered here.

Gazing into the distance and over hilly fields, it may come as no surprise to learn that Rindschleiden was built on the site of a Celtic place of worship. The Celts certainly always had a knack for special places. From the village centre, it’s not far to the path of reflection and meditation. The trail leads to a small forest, where a cool darkness envelops you along your journey. The lush scent of fir hangs in the air. Texts along the path encourage contemplation: “Even eternity is made up of moments.” One such moment may be when the forest ends and a small pond appears, and behind it, the silhouette of the country’s smallest village. A small spot that offers great relaxation.