Luxembourg
Geographical & General Info
- Capital: Luxembourg City
- Population: approx. 660,000
- Languages: Luxembourgish, French, German (all three official)
- Area: 2,586 km²
- Time Zone: UTC+1 (CET) / UTC+2 (CEST)
- Currency: Euro (EUR)
- Flag Colors: Red, white, light blue
- National Holiday: June 23 (Grand Duke's Official Birthday)
- National Anthem: Ons Heimecht
- Neighboring Countries: Belgium, Germany, France
Top 15 Largest Cities
- Luxembourg City
- Esch-sur-Alzette
- Differdange
- Dudelange
- Petange
- Sanem
- Hesperange
- Bettembourg
- Schifflange
- Käerjeng
- Mersch
- Echternach
- Wiltz
- Grevenmacher
- Steinfort
Top 15 Attractions
- Vianden Castle
- Bock Casemates (Luxembourg City, UNESCO)
- Mullerthal Region (Little Switzerland)
- Grand Ducal Palace (Luxembourg City)
- The Grund & Chemin de la Corniche
- Bourscheid Castle
- Abbey of Echternach & Historic Center
- MUDAM (Museum of Modern Art)
- Moselle Wine Region & Schengen
- Upper Sûre Lake & Nature Park
- Notre-Dame Cathedral (Luxembourg City)
- Beaufort Castle
- Clervaux Castle & 'The Family of Man' exhibition
- Mondorf-les-Bains Thermal Spa
- Minett Park Fond-de-Gras
Climate and Nature
Luxembourg enjoys a temperate oceanic climate featuring mild summers and cool winters. The topography splits into two main landscapes: the elevated, forested Ösling in the north (part of the Ardennes massif) and the rolling Gutland region in the central and southern territories. Dense woodlands, dramatic sandstone formations in Mullerthal, and scenic river valleys like the Moselle define the countryside.
Culture and Gastronomy
Luxembourgish culture blends Germanic and Latin heritages seamlessly, reflected in widespread multilingualism. The traditional gastronomy is rich and hearty. Signature dishes include Judd mat Gaardebounen (smoked collar of pork with broad beans), Gromperekichelcher (crispy potato fritters), fresh fried river fish from the Moselle, and locally crafted sparkling Crémant wines.
Economy
Luxembourg consistently ranks among the world's highest GDP per capita nations. Transitioning historically from heavy steel manufacturing, it has grown into a premier international financial services and private banking hub. The Grand Duchy also hosts major European Union institutions and continues expanding high-tech, logistics, and space technology sectors.
Did you know?
- Luxembourg is the world's only remaining sovereign Grand Duchy?
- All nationwide public transport (trains, trams, and buses) has been completely free of charge for both residents and tourists since March 2020?
- Nearly half of Luxembourg's total resident population consists of foreign nationals and expatriates?
- The village of Schengen, where the historic border-free Schengen Agreement was signed in 1985, is located in southeastern Luxembourg?
- The fortifications of Luxembourg City were once so formidable that the capital was dubbed the 'Gibraltar of the North'?
Live footage: Discover Luxembourg via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Luxembourg and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Luxembourg: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Luxembourg: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Luxembourg in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
