Luxembourg

The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is one of the world's smallest sovereign states. There is nowhere else like it in Europe where you will find such an outstanding mixture of historic sites with some contemporary architecture. The capital city is one of the institutional seats of the European Union, hosting the Secretariat of the European Parliament and the European Court of Justice.

Luxembourg City is a lively capital city with some great touristic attractions as well as being a modern business centre. It has so much to offer in this small capital including museums, theatres, historical monuments and even a UNESCO World Heritage Fortress in the Old City.

This country but especially their capital is renowned as a green city. Virtually one third of the city has been moulded by beautifully landscaped green spaces.

The cuisine is showcased by a diversity that reflects the country’s position between the Latin and Germanic countries neighbouring it. From the more traditional Germanic dishes to the sophisticated French fare and more recently the newly influenced Italian and Portuguese cuisine showcased by the new immigrants. Considered to be the national dish of Luxembourg is a meat dish called Judd mat Gaardebounen, smoked collar of pork with broad beans. The pork is soaked overnight and then boiled with vegetables and spices. Not to be outdone are the Michelin rated gastronomy with their unique experiments in symphonic diversity. Why not come and discover this little gem in the Benelux.

Founded in the year 963, the Old City of Luxembourg turned a rock into a legendary fortress among the most powerful in Europe of the 16th Century. The 17th Century saw the creation of the famous casemates and subterranean vaulted spaces. Despite the dismantling of this spectacular defense complex, the most visually arresting parts of the fortress have survived. The fortress and the Old City were listed in 1994 as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Luxembourg City is an energetic and bustling capital that has a myriad of tourist attractions to visit and to delight in. With a cultural platform, it flourishes with artistic expression, with a collection of museums, theatres, and concert halls. The cultural offering is representative of its city dwellers who are multilingual, multicultural, imaginative, and eclectic. With a spectacular blend of UNESCO World Heritage sites and architectural jewels, the capital city of Luxembourg is one of the most unique experiments in harmonious diversity.

Alongside the little narrow streets of Luxembourg City, you will make your way through the charming Old Town where the impressive Grand Ducal Palace opens its doors to curious visitors during the summer months.

With its vineyards and breweries, its producers of meats and cheeses, Luxembourg has a range of unique and enticing flavours. Amongst infusions of herbs, oils, and cereals, local products and producers create gourmet baskets, which for decades have been attracting visitors and foodies from all over the world.