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Luxembourg District (Canton), Luxembourg
Luxembourg City
Clifftop fortresses, river valleys, and a UNESCO-listed old town
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Luxembourg City rises above the deep gorges of the Alzette and Petrusse rivers, where centuries of Burgundian, Habsburg, Spanish, French, and Prussian rule left layer upon layer of fortifications, squares, and cobbled quarters. The old town and its surviving casemates were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994, and the Corniche promenade offers panoramic views across the lower Grund district far below.
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Best time to visit
May to September
Region
Luxembourg District (Canton)
Main airport
Luxembourg LUX (LUX)
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Bock Casemates
Carved into the sandstone of the Bock promontory, these 17 kilometres of underground galleries form the surviving heart of Luxembourg City's vast fortification system, first excavated by Spanish engineers in 1644 and later extended by Vauban and the Austrians. The above-ground walls were demolished under the 1867 Treaty of London, but the subterranean passages proved too extensive to destroy safely, leaving an extraordinary labyrinth now open to the public. Together with the old quarters, the casemates form part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site inscribed in 1994.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Visiting Luxembourg
Entry requirements vary by passport. Check the requirements for your specific passport on the Luxembourg page at Yoogo.
Luxembourg uses the Euro (EUR), and card payments are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, shops, and most tourist attractions throughout the country. It is still advisable to carry a small amount of cash for markets, rural cafes, and tipping purposes.
Luxembourg consistently ranks among the safest countries in Europe, with a very low rate of violent crime. The most common issues affecting visitors are petty theft such as pickpocketing at train stations and busy tourist areas, so standard precautions with valuables are sensible.
Luxembourg consistently ranks among the safest countries in Europe, with a very low rate of violent crime. The most common issues affecting visitors are petty theft such as pickpocketing at train stations and busy tourist areas, so standard precautions with valuables are sensible.
All public transport within Luxembourg, including trains, buses, and trams, has been free of charge since March 2020, making it one of the easiest and most affordable countries to navigate without a car. Luxembourg City is served by an expanding tram network, and CFL trains connect the capital to the main towns, with cross-border services to Belgium, France, and Germany available for an additional fare.
Late spring (May to June) and early autumn (September to October) offer the most pleasant combination of mild temperatures, long daylight hours, and manageable crowds at major attractions. Summer (July to August) is the busiest period, particularly in Luxembourg City and Vianden, while winter brings atmospheric Christmas markets to the capital.
Late spring (May to June) and early autumn (September to October) offer the most pleasant combination of mild temperatures, long daylight hours, and manageable crowds at major attractions. Summer (July to August) is the busiest period, particularly in Luxembourg City and Vianden, while winter brings atmospheric Christmas markets to the capital.
Luxembourg has three official languages: Luxembourgish, French, and German, and most residents speak all three alongside English, particularly in the capital and tourist areas. Attempting a few words of Luxembourgish (Moien for hello, Merci for thank you) is warmly received by locals.
No vaccinations are required to enter Luxembourg, and the country presents no significant tropical disease risks. Travellers are generally advised to ensure routine immunisations are up to date before any international trip, and to consult their own healthcare provider for personalised advice.