Luxembourg

Situated in the northeast of Luxembourg City, Kirchberg is the city’s business district overlooking the historic city centre, Ville Haute. Linked by the iconic Grand Duchess Charlotte Bridge, also known as the ‘Red Bridge’, Kirchberg showcases a gallery of contemporary architecture designed by renowned architects. Noteworthy landmarks include the Museum of Modern Art Grand Duke Jean MUDAM, crafted by the acclaimed architect Ieoh Ming Pei, creator of the Louvre's glass pyramid. The district also features cultural gems like a glass cathedral adorned with Wim Delvoye's stained glass and the Philharmonie, renowned for its world-class acoustics. Kirchberg is also home to several key European Union institutions, including the European Court of Justice, the European Investment Bank, and the European Court of Auditors.

The charming area of Grund in Lower Luxembourg is one not to be missed on a city tour. Take the Saint Esprit lift and descent into the valley, where historic monuments, such as the UNESCO-listed Neumünster Abbey and 14th-century houses forge an inviting atmosphere – especially so when the Grund comes alive at night. There is some excellent dining to be had here, including the Michelin-starred Kamakura and Mosconi.

Two former railway roundhouses turned premier cultural hot spot, the refurbished Rotondes complex plays host to multiple artistic events all through the year, from concerts to theatrical performances, exhibitions, design markets, movie screenings, and more. Check the website to see what's on.

This panoramic elevator serves as a handy transportation link between the city quarters of Ville Haute, the historical city centre, with Pfaffenthal, an area at the very bottom of the Alzette Valley. Its glass walls provide unobstructed views of Luxembourg from as high as 70 metres above ground. Riding the elevator is free of charge.

This sobering memorial has become the final resting place for over 5,000 American soldiers who lost their lives during WWII. The expansive 50-acre grounds are dotted with sombre white tombstones, crosses and Stars of David for those of the Jewish faith. There is an informative visitor centre on-site.

The Nationalmusée um Fëschmaart contains a large collection of fine and decorative art, archaeology and coins and even features works by masters such as Cézanne and Picasso.

The Luxembourg City History Museum contains both a permanent collection and temporary exhibitions dedicated to the city and its past and present. Do not miss the glass elevator with views of the city below.

The official residence of the Grand Duke and his parliament, the Grand Ducal Palace ranks among the city's finest architectural pieces. Built in the Flemish Renaissance style in the 16th century, it combines Gothic and Romanticist influences in its interior, and can be visited as part of a guided tour from mid-July until the end of August only.

Aiming to showcase the best of modern art, the MUDAM displays a thrilling collection of creations by Luxembourgish and foreign artists spanning design, sculpture, new media and various forms of visual art. Magnificent views unfold from the Park Dräi Eechelen, where the striking museum building is located.

Located an arm's stretch away from nearby MUDAM is the Musée Dräi Eechelen, housed inside the restored 18th-century Fort Thüngen. The museum is dedicated entirely to the history of Luxembourg from the mid-15th to the early years of the 20th century, with over 600 original artefacts and documents on display.