Luxembourg City Guide

Luxembourg

Luxembourg City Guide

Canton of Luxembourg

Luxembourg City is the capital of Luxembourg, known for its medieval old town and modern European institutions. The city mixes historic charm with a vibrant, multicultural atmosphere. It has excellent infrastructure but is expensive to live in.

Lifestyle🍽️

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Food Scene
Good
7

Food options mix local and international. Try Judd mat Gaardebounen or Gromperekichelcher. There are Italian, Asian, and French restaurants. Late-night options are limited.

Local Dishes:
Judd mat Gaardebounen, Gromperekichelcher
International Cuisine:
Italian, Asian, French
Vegan FriendlyVegetarian Friendly
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Nightlife
Limited
5

Nightlife is calm and mostly in bars or quiet clubs. Not very lively compared to big cities.

Coffee Culture
Good
7

Coffee shops are common and offer good quality. Perfect for working remotely.

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Tipping
Not Required

Tipping is appreciated but not required. Around 5-10% in restaurants.

Top Attractions
Old Town
Historical
Medieval streets and historic architecture.
Grand Ducal Palace
Historical
Official residence of the Grand Duke.
Casemates du Bock
Historical
Underground fortifications with tours.
SIM Cards

Mobile SIM cards are easy to get at official shops and telecom stores.

Available at:
Post Luxembourg
Eltrona
Orange
Recommended Apps
Mobiliteit.lu(Transport)
CityApp Luxembourg(Travel)
Luxembourg Airport(Travel)
Parking.lu(Transport)
Wolt, Lieferando (Takeaway.com)(Food)
Google Maps(Navigation)
WhatsApp(Communication)

Services & Infrastructure

Street Cleanliness
Excellent
8

The city is clean and well-maintained.

24/7 Services
Good
6

Some convenience stores and pharmacies open late. Most places close by 10 PM.

Groceries
Cactus
Auchan
Delhaize

Supermarkets have international products and local options. Major chains: Cactus, Auchan, Delhaize.

Cashless Payments
Widely accepted

Cards like Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro are accepted almost everywhere. Cash isn’t needed for most daily purchases.

ATMs

ATMs are easy to find at banks and shopping centers. Local banks include BCEE, BGL BNP Paribas, and Raiffeisen. Withdrawal fees are low or none, though your bank may charge foreign fees.

Schools
International

Luxembourg has several international schools and language options with English-speaking staff.

Available Schools:
International School of Luxembourg
European School Luxembourg
Lycée Vauban

Work & Digital💻

Coworking Spaces
Available
7
Available Spaces:
Silversquare
Modern coworking space with good facilities.
The Office
Central coworking area, popular with freelancers.
Work-Friendly Cafés
Good
Scott's Pub
Quiet spot with good Wi-Fi.
Konrad Café & Bar
Popular café with plugs and internet.
Alternatives:
Urban Coffee
Offers Wi-Fi and a calm environment.
Digital Nomad Community
Good
6

There is a small but growing nomad community. Many work from cafés or coworking spaces.

Nature & Activities🌿

Green Spaces
Good
7

There are many parks and green spaces throughout the city.

Running
Good
7

Parks and river paths are good for running.

Gyms
Available

Gyms are easy to find with good facilities.

Available Gyms:
Basic-Fit
Fitnesspark Luxembourg
Elam Fitness
Tennis
Good
6

Tennis courts are available in sports clubs.

Padel
Poor
0

Padel is not common here.

Yoga
Good
7

Yoga classes and studios are available.

Martial Arts
Good
6

Several dojos and gyms offer martial arts like judo and karate.

Skiing
Poor
0

No skiing in the city or nearby.

Water Sports
Poor
0

No water sports on the rivers here.

Surfing
Poor
0

No surfing in Luxembourg City.

Diving
Poor
0

No diving opportunities.

Health & Safety🏥

Healthcare
Excellent
9

Healthcare is high quality with English-speaking staff in many places. Several hospitals and pharmacies are available.

Hospitals:
Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg
Hôpital Kirchberg
Clinique Bohler
Pharmacies:
Pharmacie de la Gare
Pharmacie centrale
Pharmacie Neudorf
Tap Water Safety
Safe to drink

Tap water is safe and meets strict European standards.

Common Scams
Overpriced taxis, Fake charity requests, Pickpocketing in tourist spots

Community & Family

Family Friendly
Good
7

Good for families with parks and museums to explore. Some attractions include the Luxembourg City History Museum and Parc de Merl.

LGBTQ+ Friendly
Good
7

The city is open and safe for LGBTQ travelers.

Pet Friendly
Good
6

Pets are welcome in many parks and some cafés.

Communities
Luxembourg Digital Nomads (Digital Nomads)
Expat Meetup Luxembourg (Social)

Quick Facts

Population
134,697
Power Reliability
Excellent
10/10

Power is very reliable with almost no outages.

Languages
Luxembourgish(77%)
French(98%)
German(78%)
English(70%)
Emergency
112
General Emergency
113
Medical Emergency
112
Police

⚠️Natural Disasters Risk

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Tsunami
Very Low Risk
0
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Earthquake
Very Low Risk
1

🌦️Seasonal Issues

Cold winters
December, January, February
Winters can be cold and damp. Dress warmly.

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