Things to Do On Your Holiday in Luxembourg

Luxembourg, also called the "Gibraltar of the North" is a beautiful city with valleys and plateaus that make for great landscapes. The city is divided into 24 districts, but as a visitor you only need to know of three; Ville Gaute which is the medieval core, Gare which is where the train station is located, and Kirchberg which is the modern city.

The greatest way to get about the city is via the bus network or by foot. It's a tiny and extremely attractive city so walking is not incredibly tough to do and you can certainly enjoy more this way.

When in the city, you should go visit the Casemates Bock which is underground fortifications which were developed in the 18th century. These go all under the city and are a World Heritage Site. The Bock is the rock where the first castle stood. This is connected to a large number of fortifications as well.

You should in addition see the Alzette- the river which is extremely tiny but has an enormous vale. The scenery over here is very attractive to spend time and holidays at. It is locally called the Grund, and there is a stronghold surrounding the valley. You should also see the Neumunster cathedral which is now a cultural centre.

When in town, you should visit the old town as it is extremely picturesque and will show you Luxembourg's history via buildings. In addition, there is a local market on Wednesday and Saturday called Place Guillaume. Besides that, there is a statue of William II of Netherlands here. The Town Hall is packed with cafe tables and chairs throughout the summer, and typically you can find a concert taking place here during peak months.

The Grand Ducal Palace has been fully restored and now possesses the Parliament. You should also visit the Notre Dame Cathedral which was built in the 17th century. The Gelle Fra (Golden Lady) is also nearby and is actually a golden statue of a woman holding a wreath which serves as a symbol of victory. There is also a World War II cemetery that can be visited if you are interested in learning more about the sacrifices made by American soldiers on Luxembourgish soil.

During August and September you can take part in the Schueberfouer which is a huge funfair that takes place over two weeks. There are a lot of rides and things to eat and drink, and you can really enjoy yourself if you are visiting with children. On June 23rd is the Grand Duke's birthday and thus it is a national holiday. There is a lot of celebration on the streets with fireworks and everyone turning out to celebrate.

Luxembourg may be a tiny city, but it definitely has adequate amount of thing to provide for entertainment in particular if you visit at the right time and have an interest in learning about the history of the country and the city. Take the time and truly enjoy the city by taking walking tours, eating local cuisine, and viewing its history through its buildings.