Things to do in Luxembourg Historic towns, fairytale castles and beautiful countryside, Luxembourg packs a great deal within its borders, and has recently seen a 6% year-on-year rise in visitor numbers.1
Things to do in Luxembourg Historic towns, fairytale castles and beautiful countryside, Luxembourg packs a great deal within its borders, and has recently seen a 6% year-on-year rise in visitor numbers.1
Things to do in Luxembourg Start your trip in the prosperous Luxembourg City, situated on a dramatic river gorge, and discover The Grund district, a charming jewel at its heart. Highlights include the Grand Ducal Palace and a walk along the lovely Chemin de la Corniche. Luxembourg City is a great base for day trips and the chance to take advantage of the country’s free public transport.A short trip away is the old town of Vianden, where you can choose to walk up to its well-preserved castle or, if you’re feeling lazy, take a chairlift. A short distance away another impressive castle beckons, the Chateau de Bourscheid, which gives any other fortification in Europe a run for its money.Nature lovers should head to the delightful Mullerthall woods where hiking trails pass through beech groves, streams, canyons and cave systems, offering relaxing and refreshing hours away from the hustle and bustle.The Moselle river runs along the border with Germany and its banks are lined with productive vineyards. Don’t miss the opportunity to sample the two delicious and high quality wines they produce, the sparkling Crémant and Pinot Blanc. The fruity white wine, Reisling, features everywhere, but if you don’t fancy drinking a glass try some as part of a local speciality dish F’rell Am Rèisleck – trout in Riesling sauce.With UK holidaymakers increasingly embracing city getaways (47% taking one in 2025, up from 43% the previous 12 months) Luxembourg should be added to the ‘must visit’ list. 1Find out more about the other places featured in our Destinations to Watch 2026 report.1 Luxembourg for Tourism, June 2025 2 ABTA Holiday Habits Report 2025-26
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