Most popular destinations in Europe, Rome, London and Paris They welcome tens of millions of visitors in the summer. But there are also less visited cities in Europe, which offer something completely different compared to the fast-paced and foggy pace of the continent’s larger settlements. Luxembourg City is one of them.
It is located between France, Belgium and Germany and is visited by about one million tourists every year. capital of luxembourgThis is a very impressive number considering that more than 50 million people are expected to visit Paris by the end of 2024, and more than 101 million visitors will arrive in France this year, according to reports. mirror.
It is not easy to say whether Luxembourg is indeed the least visited capital on the continent, as different sources reveal different data, but it is certainly in competition with Sarajevo, Vilnius and Tbilisi.
But it is certainly the least densely populated capital in Europe, with just 1,700 inhabitants per square kilometre. This figure is 20,025 in Paris and 5,640 in London. Most of Luxembourg is parkland, forest and farmland, which is very different from the major European capitals because it gives a sense of freedom.
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From the UNESCO World Heritage-listed old quarters to the Petrus and Bok dungeons and the National Museum, the city offers plenty of sights, all within walking distance. Many visitors to Luxembourg are amazed by the strait that divides the city centre.
Lucille Burhuc (Little Castle), also known as the “Gibraltar of the North”, was founded in 963 on the foundations of deep valleys and high cliffs.
Castle ruins and architectural gems such as the Adolphe Bridge, the Town Hall, Place d'Armes, the Grand Ducal Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral and the Jelly Fra (Golden Lady) give Luxembourg City its unique visual identity and romantic riverside gardens.
In the old town you can see monasteries and other ornate buildings that now serve cultural purposes, but don't forget the modern areas like Kirchberg, where you can find other great attractions, including the Museum of Modern Art. Among the places that can be visited all year round, the highlight is the Schoberförde amusement park.
