Luxembourg Attractions

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Luxembourg is a tiny European state with a population of only 602 thousand people. It is called the observation platform of Europe, because the territory of the duchy is located on a hill.

This highly developed country ranks first in the ranking of the richest in Europe and is in the top 10 for safety for tourists. Information about what attractions there are in Luxembourg will help you get to know this tiny but amazing state better. The Best Time to Visit Luxembourg is a summer.

Notre Dame Cathedral of Luxembourg

This main temple of the capital of the same name was erected by the Jesuits in 1621, but after the expulsion of the order from the country, the cathedral was transferred to the local parish. The architecture of the building has absorbed the best of the Gothic and the Renaissance.

There are 11 bells in the courtyard, one of which is very large, with a diameter of 185 meters. The bell tower burned down in a fire in 1985, but it was quickly restored, and the bell ringing continues to delight visitors.

From the inside, the temple is decorated with multi-colored huge stained-glass windows, Moorish-style tombs, powerful choirs and sculptures, tapestries and fresh flowers. Flags and coat of arms on the wall remind of belonging to Luxembourg.

Visiting hours:

• Monday - Saturday: 8:00 - 18:00;
• Sunday: 8:00 - 19:00.

Admission is free, but you can purchase an audio guide for 5.99 €. It includes a map of the cathedral and crypt, a photo and audio tour in five languages. To activate, you will be prompted to connect to free Wi-Fi.

Palace of the Grand Dukes

The building was built at the end of the 16th century after the explosion of a gunpowder warehouse, which was located in the Franciscan church. The local authorities took the lightning strike that caused the powder store to explode as a sign, and decided to build a new temple and town hall on this site.

The palace in its history had a hard time. It was first chosen by Napoleon Bonaparte when the duchy was part of France. And during the Second World War, the German invaders generally equipped a tavern inside. 

Fortunately, the caretakers of the palace managed to save the collections of porcelain, Russian malachite, vases and paintings from being plundered. Thanks to this, visitors to the temple can admire the preserved valuables, including vases and a malachite table, brought by Prince Guillaume as a gift from the coronation of Emperor Nicholas II.

Nowadays, the palace is used for banquets and receptions, as well as for accommodating high-ranking guests and officials from other countries.

Visiting hours:

• Monday - Saturday (including holidays): 9:00 - 18:00;
• Sunday: 11:00 - 16:00.

Visit cost:

• standard - 14 €;
• children 4-12 years old - 7.00 €;
• children under 4 years old - free of charge.

Bourscheid Castle

This largest castle in the duchy, 150 meters long and 53 meters wide, rises above the river Sur. Around the untouched forest, so the views from the tops of the towers are breathtaking.

The first mention of the castle dates back to the 10th century. There is accurate information, dating back to 1384, about the restoration of one of the walls and its strengthening with towers. The building gradually expanded, and new buildings appeared around.

The owners changed and did not particularly monitor the condition of the buildings. The last owner generally sold it at auction for building materials. Bourscheid was brought back to life by the fact that in 1936 it was recognized as a historical monument. Since 1972, the castle began to be restored, and work continues to this day, but most of it is always available to guests and tourists.

Premises can be rented for parties, weddings, birthdays and other celebrations. 

Visiting hours: 

• April 1 - October 15 from 9:30 to 18:00 (last admission at 17:30);
• October 16 - March 31 from 11:00 to 16:00 (last entry at 15:30).

Ticket price:

• standard - 7.00 €;
• pensioners 65+ - 5.00 €;
• students (13–25 years old) – 5.00 €;
• children (6-12 years old) - 4.00 €, up to 5 years old - free of charge.

Group rates (+10 people):

• children (6-12 years old) - 2.00 €;
• other categories - 5.00 €.

For 2 € you can purchase an audio guide (90 minutes), which consists of a program in seven languages ​​for adults and five for children.

You can visit the castle with a dog on a leash.

Luxembourg Philharmonic

The official name of the Philharmonic is the Grand Duchess Josephine Charlotte Concert Hall. Its construction lasted three years and was completed in 2005.

The architecture of the building is unique: with a rounded facade and 823 columns. From afar, it resembles an orange slice or filter. 

Inside there is a snow-white space with interesting circular staircases and a hall for 1500 people, decorated in dark red-brown shades. In addition to the main hall, there is a smaller version, with 313 seats, and a hall for children's performances.

You can get inside only if you have a ticket to the concert. In other cases, it will only be possible to admire the interesting architectural form of the building.

Crisberg Viaduct

One of the oldest bridges in the Duchy rises majestically over the Petrus River and connects the Upper and Lower Towns. It became necessary after the construction of the railway station. The height of the structure is 45 meters, the length is 290 meters.

To appreciate all the greatness, go down to the foot. From this angle, the viaduct looks gigantic, plus you can visit the park complex, which is located in the vicinity.

Adolf Bridge

This attraction is a symbol of the city, erected in honor of the independence of Luxembourg. Construction began in July 1900 and completed in 1903. At that time it was the largest stone arch bridge in Europe. Total length - 153 meters, width - 16 meters, height - 42 meters.

The bridge is called New, despite the fact that it is over 100 years old. This name was given due to the existence of an even older bridge, the Kischberg viaduct. The Adolf Bridge connects the Royal Boulevard of the Upper City with Liberty Street.

City of Larochette

It is a city-commune with a population of only about 1,600 people (exact data not available). Tourists and residents of Luxembourg are attracted here by the dilapidated castle of Larochette, which rises 150 meters above the Ernz Blanche River.

The castle was mentioned for the first time in archival documents at the end of the 12th century. In total, five houses were built on the territory, which eventually collapsed. Two have been restored and are now used for contemporary art exhibitions.

The castle was seriously damaged during an assault in the 16th century and stood in ruins for a long time until it was bought out and restored to power in 1979. Some of the ruins were left to preserve the atmosphere and authenticity of the 12th century.

Viewpoints offer a picturesque view of the commune. Among the small buildings you can see small gardens that almost every family has. This city is not at all like modern European ones, because the atmosphere of the Middle Ages is preserved here to the maximum.

The castle is open daily from Easter until October from 10:00 to 18:00. For an adult, a ticket will cost 5 €, for a child - 3 €.

Valley of the Seven Castles

We are talking about seven castles: Mersche, Schoenfels, Hollenfels, old and new Ansembourg, Setfontaine and Keriche. Fockeschlass was originally part of the castles of the valley, but not even a stone was left of it. To preserve the harmony and the name, Schoenfels is proposed to replace it.