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  About Luxembourg

Luxembourg is a small country in Europe and not the most popular holiday destination, but it does have quite a few tourist attractions. The country is clean, green and has a lot of small towns that are worth visiting. You will also find a lot of castles and fortresses in Luxembourg that you can visit. Luxembourg is only a few hours away from France and Germany, so if you are planning a Euro trip, you can also add Luxembourg to the itinerary. There are frequent trains that run to and from the neighbouring countries, along with flights. You will love your stay in Luxembourg and might even want to extend your stay a little bit. The best part is that all tourist attractions are also easily accessible in the country through trains that are very well-connected to all cities. Luxembourg has a rich culture and history, along with a large diversity. Luxembourg City is the main cosmopolitan city that has a lot of business centres. It is also one of the safest countries in the world with over 170 different nationalities living together.

Best Time to Visit Luxembourg

May to September is considered to be the best time to plan your trip to Luxembourg. The temperature ranges from 8 to 20 degree Celsius and is quite a pleasant period in the country. Since this is also high season, you must book your hotel in Luxembourg well in advance. If you are booking way in advance, you might even get cheap flight tickets to Luxembourg. This is the best time to experience the best that the country has to offer to you. The lush green hills and surroundings only add more charm to the beautiful monuments and buildings here. The best part is that every other European country or city is easily accessible from Luxembourg so you can go ahead and plan that fancy Europe tour you know you want to do. You will also find a lot of music festivals that happen during May, and you will find yourself grooving to a lot of different genres of music.

December to February is winter, and if it is the picturesque view of the snow-capped mountains and streets that you want to see, this is the best time to head to Luxembourg. You might even get to go skiing in the nearby areas. You can even attend the Winter Festival here, and you will find the streets all lit up and look stunning. If you are going to be around for Christmas, you are in for a treat. A lot of small concerts and events happen throughout the city during this time, and you will have the time of your life. Though the hotel prices are not as high as they are during summer, it does increase during weekends. A lot of people prefer booking hotels in Luxembourg during weekdays since that's when the prices drop.

March and April is not the most popular time to visit the city, but it's not the worst either. The weather remains pleasant, and you can even attend the Pricetemp Festival in March that has music artists from all over the world performing. Hotels slash their rates during this time since it is not a high tourist season. You might even get great flight deals to Luxembourg online for March and April. But make sure you also check what the tourist season and situation is in the nearby countries so you can also add those to your itinerary and call it one of the best Euro trips.

Places to Visit in Luxembourg

The Old Quarter in Luxembourg City is a major tourist attraction and is also one of the historical places here. You can even walk around the Adolphe Bridge, especially at sunset. The National Museum of History and Art, situated in the Fish Market area, is another place you must visit. You will find a lot of artefacts, coins, furniture and archaeological finds from the Gallo-Roman period. If you are into art and history, you will love spending time here. You can also visit the Grand Ducal Palace, which is one of the most significant landmarks in the city. The palace was built in 1572 and was also where Grand Duke Henri resided. It is still a full-time residence of the Duke, but there are special tours arranged so tourists can get a peek of this magnificent palace. The tickets are not very difficult to get. The Bock Casements is yet another tourist attraction that you must visit. It is a 21 km long underground passage, and it comes with a fascinating history. You will get to know more about the place if you hire a tour guide to take you through it. The place is best explored on foot.

If you are an art lover, you can visit the Grand Duke Jean Museum of Modern Art. It houses contemporary art by some of the well-known artists like Bruce Nauman, Andy Warhol and Julian Schnabel. The museum also hosts art displays and exhibitions a lot of time. If you are lucky, you will also get to meet the artists. You can also visit the Luxembourg Ardennes that is a popular spot in the country. The place has beautiful cliffs, hills, forested plateaus, lush greenery and hidden valleys. This is also where Hitler had carried out one of his last campaigns during World War II. You can also visit the village of Clervaux, Benedictine Abbey of St Maurice and St Maur and the Battle Bulge Museum. Bourscheid Castle is another place you must visit. Rivers and lush greenery surround it. It is the most beautiful and romantic place in the city. You can also sunbathe in the river beaches at Dirbach and Bourscheid-Plage.

Things to do in Luxembourg

Luxembourg has a lot of history amidst the beautiful scenery that you can never get tired of exploring. Old Town in Luxembourg is one of the best places to go sightseeing. You will find beautiful buildings and a lot of street art. You can also visit the Grand Ducal Palace Grand Rue and Place Guillaume while you are here. Though you would rather explore the city on your own, it is recommended that you hire a guide for a few historical locations. You can probably get one if you are taking a tour of the palaces and castles in the country. Luxembourg is also known for its eclectic dining scenes. You can head to a vineyard for some wine tasting or indulge in chocolates. You can opt for tours of vineyards or ones that include vineyards or museums that give tourists a glimpse into the history of wine with a glass of wine. If you are in Luxembourg during Christmas, you are surely in for a treat. The locals celebrate the festival with a lot of joy and grandeur.

Foods and Restaurants in Luxembourg

Luxembourg is known for its multi-cultural community and the diverse cuisines that come with it. You will find a lot of French restaurants as well as ones that serve Japanese, Indian, Asian, European and other types of cuisines. You can either try the local cafes and restaurants or head to the Michelin-star ones. Restaurant Clairefontaine is known for its excellent service and its presentation of the cuisines prepared here. The ambience also blends in perfectly making your dining experience wholesome here. If it is a Japanese cuisine that you have in mind, you must try Yamayu Santatsu. The sushi here is lip-smacking, and if you are lucky, you get to see how it is prepared. Ambrosia is another restaurant that has a very soothing and comfortable feel to it. The atmosphere, the music, the variety of cuisines that the restaurant offers on its menu will leave you satisfied. However, the menu is in French, but the staff is prepared to help you with the translations. Himalaya Luxembourg is where you can go to if you want to try authentic Indian food. The restaurant also has Nepali food on its menu, and the portion of food that they serve is what makes tourists recommend this.

How to reach Luxembourg

Luxembourg Airport is the only international airport in the country and is not too far away from Luxembourg City. The flight connectivity to Luxembourg from India is excellent. There are quite a few flights that take off from India daily to Luxembourg. Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France are few airlines that have a lot of flights to Luxembourg with layovers at Istanbul, Munich and Paris. If you book in advance, you will be able to find cheap flight tickets to Luxembourg. If you are travelling to the country from another European country like France or Germany, you can also opt for a train journey. The country is also well-connected to other countries via rails. But, a lot of tourists prefer to reach the city by air to save a lot of time. The airport has facilities like lounges, shopping, dining, children's areas and a lot more for passengers.