Luxembourg General

Luxembourg is a landlocked country in western Europe which borders Belgium, France and Germany. The hills and forests of the Ardennes dominate the North, with rolling pasture to the south. Summers are warm and winters are mild, though colder in the North.
The iron and steel industry is still important but chemicals and food are growing. Luxembourg is a major banking center and the home base of European Union Institutions. Also the tourist industry is important.
The capital is Luxembourg Ville

Topography

Climate

Population, languages and religion

The 400.000 inhabitants live in an area of about 2.600 square kilometers. Languages spoken are Letzeburg, German and French.

Capital and main cities

Customs, travel documents and goods transfer

Health care and hygiene

Currency, mains and Internet

The national currency is the Euro.

Public transportation

Private transportation

Roads are usually in good condition, but highways are very crowded especially in the western part. Traffic queues are part of daily live.
Many secondary roads have special small cycle paths on both sides of the road. Cycling is easy in the Netherlnds, as long as there is no rain and/or wind.

Hotels and hostels

There are about 2.300 hotels in the Netherlands. They range from low budget hotels to very luxureous. Also many youth hostels, pensions, b&b's and campings can be found all over the country. Consult the Europe Travel Guides for a detailed listing of all accommodation for a city.

Holiday parks

Restaurants

Attractions, museums, theaters, cabarets, casinos, festivals, events

Folklore

Family holidays

Specials for seniors

Health and wellness

Information for disabled

Adventure sports

Water sports

Winter sports

Practical Information and telephone numbers

Tourist Information

Must see

Don't Do