What to See and Do in Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Luxembourg

The city of Luxembourg may be small but it is never boring. There are spectacular viewpoints and walks to enjoy even in the urban centre. There is a long history, an old town to explore, and museums for a wet day. But there are also modern shops, bars and restaurants. And day trips to rolling countryside, vineyards and historic towns. So what are the best things to see and do in Luxembourg?

Luxembourg has an astounding topology, with steep cliffs rising from narrow gorges formed by two rivers. The valleys are crossed by a series of bridges and viaducts, creating a complex city layout set on several different levels. This creates a three-dimensional effect: wherever you are you will either be looking up, or down, or both. At times you are so far above the houses below that it feels like looking down on Toytown!

Not surprisingly, one of the most popular things to do in Luxembourg is to seek out the best viewpoints. These include the Place de la Constitution which overlooks the Pétrusse Valley and the massive Adolphe Bridge, and the Chemin de la Corniche. The latter is a path that connects the upper and lower towns, described as “the most beautiful balcony in Europe”. There is a map of viewpoints on the City Information site. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).