Luxembourg is surrounded by Belgium, Germany and France, and is one of the most important countries in Europe, despite its small size. Its culture has been influenced by its neighbors, with French and German influences being the most significant. In fact, most of the local population speak French and German, as well as the local Luxembourgish language.
While untouched by mass tourism, Luxembourg attracts thousands of visitors each year thanks to the overwhelming beauty of its lush landscape. However, the food is also simply divine, making Luxembourg an ideal starting point for a gastronomic tour of Europe. In fact, Luxembourg boasts the highest number of Michelin Star restaurants in Europe and has a divine wine region (home to the Mosella wine), which is dotted with picturesque vineyards.
Luxembourg is a little country, still unknown to mass tourism, that boasts a range of cultural surprises that we’re sure will delight you on your multi-stop Europe tour. Luxembourg boasts more than 50 castles, most of which have been restored to their former beauty. The UNESCO-listed old town of Luxembourg City (the capital) is an alluring mix of cobbled lanes and hidden nooks that cascade down the steep valley to the mirror-like curves of the Alzette River.
As the capital, Luxembourg City is the best place to visit and there is much to enjoy on a cultural tour. One of the most popular attractions is the UNESCO-protected Bock Casemates, a subterranean defense system dug into the rocky promontory. However, if you want to step into the countryside, then visit the pretty town of Clervaux in northern Luxembourg – it looks like a scene straight from a fairy-tale with its cluster of white buildings nestled among the hills. We also recommend experiencing the elegant idyllic town of Diekirch, which sits on the banks of the Sauer River. The town is surrounded by lush greenery and features charming cobbled streets and historic passageways that give you a glimpse into authentic Luxembourgish town life.