LuxembourgTravel guide

Public transport

Most public transport within Luxembourg is free. You need a ticket for cross-border journeys and first-class train travel. Nearly any town can be reached in an hour or less by public transport. Use the Mobilitéit website or mobile app to plan train and bus journeys.

Train

Luxembourg City is the main railway hub. Trains are modern, comfortable and generally on time. The south has a fairly extensive network. The north mainly relies on one line through Mersch, Ettelbruck, Clervaux and Troisvierges. Diekirch has a branch line from Ettelbruck. Wiltz has a branch line from Kautenbach.

Bus

Buses reach villages throughout the country. Most services run at least hourly, with fewer services on Saturdays and Sundays. Almost all city buses stop at Hamilius bus station and Luxembourg train station at some point along their routes. For northern destinations, you may need to take a train first and then change to a bus. Raise your hand towards the road as your bus approaches to show that you want it to stop. Most buses have screens and announcements showing the next stop.

Car

Drive on the right. Roads and motorway connections are well developed. Unless signs say otherwise, limits are 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h outside built-up areas and 130 km/h on motorways. The motorway limit falls to 110 km/h in rain. Watch for signs setting different limits, including 30 km/h in residential areas. Police checks and cameras enforce speed limits. Use your indicators when joining a motorway. Keep to the slower lane and use the faster lane for overtaking. Watch for fast-approaching vehicles when overtaking. Traffic slows during peak hours. Parking is paid throughout Luxembourg City, including residential areas. Weekend spaces can be hard to find, and some garages close early. Parking near the train station lets you continue on foot into the centre. Park and Ride facilities, where you can leave your car and continue by public transport, are at Stadion, Howald gare and Luxexpo tram stops.

Luxembourg City's old town

Explore cobbled lanes, fortifications and views over deep river valleys. Parts of the old town have World Heritage status from UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.

Cathedral of Notre Dame and Grand Ducal Palace

These are among the capital's main historic sights. The cathedral has Gothic architecture, and charming cobbled lanes surround the palace.

Bock casemates and Neumünster Abbey

These are notable historic sights in Luxembourg City. The capital also has several Second World War memorial sites and museums.

Chemin de la Corniche

This walk offers beautiful views of the capital. Nearby bridges lead across to neighbouring plateaus.

Echternach

Luxembourg's oldest city has an abbey basilica where St Willibrord is buried. Annual Whit Tuesday celebrations bring dancers into the old town.

Vianden

Its medieval castle overlooks the Our river valley, forests and a lake. The village also has Gothic churches, fortified towers and the Victor Hugo house.

Judd mat gaardebounen

Smoked pork neck served with boiled broad beans. It is considered the unofficial national dish.

Gromperekichelchen

Fried shredded potato cakes with onions, shallots and parsley. Look for them at markets, funfairs and other outdoor events.

Bamkuch

A layered cake traditionally cooked on a spit, with rings resembling a tree trunk. It is mainly eaten at celebrations such as weddings and baptisms.

French and Italian food

French cooking with generous portions is common in restaurants. Italian food is also popular.

Moselle white wines

Local varieties include Riesling, Auxerrois, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Rivaner and Elbling.

Local beer

Popular local lagers include Diekirch, Bofferding, Battin, Simon and Mousel.