Luxembourg

Your visit to Luxembourg would not be complete without a good understanding of its rich and complex history and there is no better place for it than the history museums of the city of Luxembourg. Our favourite museum in Luxembourg is the Museum of Modern Art (MUDAM) which is situated in a panoramic position within the walls of a former fortress overlooking the old town. If you are a great lover of history, we recommend that you visit this prestigious museum to see some of the best contemporary art in Luxembourg and the world. The centre of Luxembourg is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and some of the country's most important sights are located here. The best starting point for exploring the sights of Luxembourg is the UNESCO World Heritage-listed old town of Luxembourg, the historic city centre, on a cliff overlooking the confluence of the Alzette and Petrusse Rivers. The 400-year-old cathedral is one of the city's most historic places and its crypt is the resting place of members of the royal family whose remains date from around 1300. In Luxembourg City take a walk to see other highlights of the city such as Notre Dame Cathedral, Place Guillaume II and Parliament Building. During your visit you can spend most of your time in the compact old city of Luxembourg, the casemates, the ancient fortifications of Luxembourg and exploring the grounds. Visit the old town for a day, visit the fortifications, walk through the Chemin de la Corniche, and explore the grounds. In Luxembourg's old town you will find historic churches and museums, winding streets, impressive bridges linking distinct parts of the city and contrasting modern architecture and contemporary buildings. Explore the Unterstadt Grund, located on the Alzette at the foot of the former fortresses that surround Luxembourg's old town. At the entrance to the city, you will have to climb a hill for about 15 minutes to find several viewpoints on a cliff, from which you will have the best view of the City of Luxembourg that you will ever find. With over 500,000 inhabitants, Luxembourg is the country's largest city by far and its size makes it a large place where many of the main attractions are concentrated in one place. The Museum of Modern Art is just a short walk from the historic centre and is well worth a visit if you visit Luxembourg. The entire museum complex is located in the Parc d ’Art d ’Eechelen, with several sculptural works of art and extensive views of the old town of Luxembourg. If you only have time to visit a place in Luxembourg City, Click A Tour recommend Vianden, a city in the northern Ardennes famous for its spectacular castle. Luxembourg is a picture-book enclave where you will find ancient fortresses and breath-taking castles. It is easy to visit Luxembourg by crossing the border between the Netherlands and Belgium. Luxembourg City is the perfect starting point for a trip to Luxembourg which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its spectacular castle offers a breath-taking view of Luxembourg City from the hilltop, and its towers and battlements are one of the best-preserved examples of medieval architecture in the country. In summer, the castle hosts the Medieval Festival on weekends, and it is one of the best things to do in Luxembourg so do not miss it. Luxembourg is the capital of Luxembourg, a city that traces its roots back centuries, but in the countryside, there are many charming small towns and villages waiting to be discovered. Located in an area of ancient fortifications, much of the old town of Luxembourg has retained the charm of the old world. The old town remains in terms of facades and layout unchanged and is one of the most popular and fascinating places in Luxembourg. Luxembourg, like the whole country, is an ideal place to explore by bicycle. What makes Luxembourg so special is that due to its small size it is easy to do a lot when visiting the country: you can drive in 1-2 hours from the north to the south, and it also means that the people are much friendlier than you would find in larger places. Travelling in a small country is easy due to the excellent and well-maintained roads and motorways that connect Luxembourg City with the small cities and, of course, the border. Luxembourg is one of the smallest countries in Europe and is often overlooked when planning European trips, but it is also one of the most attractive places to visit in Europe and that does not say much. With an area of just over 1650 square kilometres, Luxembourg is one of the smallest countries in the world. A day in Luxembourg This route is perfect if you arrive in Luxembourg early in the morning and come from another city in Europe. The not-to-be-missed Petrusse Express tourist train and the City Line hop-on hop-off bus provide an opportunity to discover the Luxembourg history and to be immersed in its corners.