What's on

“Den Atelier” is the most famous live music club in Luxembourg-City. Stay informed about the upcoming events at  www.atelier.lu.

Boasting two concert halls –that can accommodate an audience of 6.500 and 1.200 persons, The Rockhal is Luxembourg's No 1 concert venue. The Rockhal is also a Music & Resources Centre, comprising six rehearsal rooms, a recording studio, a dance studio and a documentation centre. The Rockhal is mainly dedicated to pop and rock music from young newcomers to the biggest acts in the world. Stay informed on www.rockhal.lu.

Until the end of the year, the city of Esch-Alzette, located in the south of the country, holds the title of ‘European Capital of Culture’ and thus features countless events of all kinds.

More information here.

The trampoline park, consisting of 10 normal trampolines, is located opposite the youth hostel Echternach and guarantees fun and entertainment. The complex is open for children from April until the end of September (02.04 – 25.09).

Opening times during the Luxembourgish holidays:
02.04 – 18.04.2022
21.05 – 29.05.2022
01.07 – 15.09.2022

Open daily on weekdays from 13:00 – 19:00 o’clock and on weekends from 11:00 – 20:00 o’clock.

Opening times during school times:
During school times, the trampoline park is open on Sundays and public holidays from 13:00 – 19:00 o’clock.

More information:
Youth hostel Echternach
100, rue Grégoire Schouppe
L-6479 Echternach
T. (+352) 26 27 66 400
F. (+352) 26 27 66 430
echternach@youthhostels.lu
www.youthhostels.lu

Within the framework of Esch2022, MASKéNADA revives various women from old stories and legends. In 6 southern communities, 6 legends of 6 women are presented on 6 legend paths. A journey through time, through different themes and different performing arts.

• 9th of April: De sëlwer-roude Rack

The first event - a listening and walking tour - will take place on Saturday 9th of April between 14:00 and 18:00 in Ellergronn.

More info at www.maskenada.lu

• 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 and 28th of May: Nuetsgejäiz & Bëschgepësper

This theatre tour takes place in Bettemburg at 20:30.

More info at www.maskenada.lu

• 2nd and 3rd of July: Déi rout Drëps - Wat kucks du?

A theatre walking tour through the municipality of Sanem.

More info at www.maskenada.lu

• 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7th August: Malleus maleficarum 2.2.

A listening tour through the nature of Dudelange.

More info at www.maskenada.lu

• 10 and 11th of September: Ouni Kapp

A reading event in the municipality of Mondercange.

More info at www.maskenada.lu

• 15 and 16th of October: Zowaasch

A theatrical walking tour through the municipality of Differdange.

More info at www.maskenada.lu

From 20^th of May to 12^th of June, the large meadow in the city park welcomes the traditional funfair like in the old days with lots of nostalgia and old attractions.

During the Whitsun holidays, the Lultzhausen youth hostel on the Upper Sûre lake offers canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddles for hire. From Wednesdays to Sundays at 10:00 or 14:00 you can hire a boat, which you have booked online in advance, and discover the beautiful nature of the Upper Sûre lake alone or with friends or family.

Prices per boat*

• Duration: ½ day (3 hours)
• Canoe: 36 €
• Kayak: 21 €
• Stand-up paddle: 21 €
• Deposit per boat/SUP: 100 €

* Non-member prices will be charged when booking online. 3 € per boat will be refunded in cash upon presentation of the Hostelling International youth hostel membership card at check-in. If you are a member of our association, please bring your valid membership card. If you are not yet a member, but want to apply for it, please order the card here. 

You can find more information about the rental, the minimum age and the conditions here.

More information and booking:
Youth hostel Lultzhausen
20, an der Driicht
L-9666 Lultzhausen
T. (+352) 26 27 66 600

During this recreational, guided kayak tour, organised by the Naturpark Öewersauer and the youth hostel Lultzhausen, nature lovers will discover the flora and fauna in and around the Lake of the Upper Sûre.

Please register in advance.

Date:
Friday, 27^th of May

Fee:
free of charge

Time:
from 17:00 to 20:00

Venue of activity :
Youth hostel Lultzhausen

More information: www.naturpark-sure.lu, Tel.; 89 93 31 1

On Saturday, the 28^th of May, the animation team of the youth hostels invites you to a day hike in the south of the country around Esch/Alzette. The guided tour of approx. 20 km leads through the Land of the Red Rocks with its former open-cast mining areas. Start and finish of the tour is at the youth hostel.

The tour is suitable for experienced hikers who are used to walking longer distances at an average pace of 4 km per hour. After the hike, participants will be served an authentic 3-course miners' dinner in the ‘Melting Pot’ restaurant at the youth hostel.

Places are limited, so prior registration is compulsory.

Miners' menu:
Seasonal soup and salad buffet
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Hearty pasta dish
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Kalugas

Date:

Saturday, 28^th of May 2022 (exact time will be communicated at registration)

Price per person (16 and above):

• 37 € (price for members of the youth hostels)
• 42 € (standard price for non-members*)
   

^{* Not a member yet? No problem! Contact us for information on how to get your membership card. Being a member allows you to save money for all activities organised by the youth hostels and much more!}

Venue of activity:
Youth hostel Esch-sur-Alzette

Further information:
Youth Hostels Luxembourg NPO
Head office
T. (+352) 26 27 66 200

Whether you plan on running or just spectating, the ING Night Marathon is one of the annual highlights for the city and its inhabitants. As in previous years, the streets will be packed with people and the atmosphere is going to be unforgettable! 

More information: www.ing-night-marathon.lu

On a hike we explore the plants (and orchids) as well as the insects of the open-cast mining areas near Schifflingen.

Date: 28^th of May from 14:00 to 16:30

A short hike through the Ellergronn to discover the fascinating world of bees together.

Date: 29^th of May from 14:00 to 17:00

Registration: 

The animation team of Lultzhausen youth hostel organises in collaboration with Sarah & John Yoga, a series of six after work yoga classes on the SUP from the 30^th of May to the 11^th of July. The 1,5-hour course will take place every Monday at 18:00 and is for adults only with yoga and/or SUP experience. The yoga classes are so-called Hatha yoga - a form of yoga that focuses primarily on physical exercises (asanas) and breathing exercises (pranayama). No SUP tour, but purely a yoga course.

Please register in advance, as the number of participants is limited. Registration for individual courses is not possible.

Requirements:
The course is aimed at adults with previous knowledge of yoga and/or SUP. Participants must be able to swim for at least 15 minutes and have no medical contraindications to practising water sports.

Dates:
6 dates - Mondays from 18:00 - 19:30 (please allow some extra time before and after the activity for returning materials, etc.):
30.05 / 13.06 / 20.06 / 27.06 / 04.07 / 11.07.2022

Fee (for 6 courses)*:

• 185 € (price for members of the youth hostels)
• 197 € (standard price for non-members*)

* ^{Not a member yet? Don’t hesitate to contact us for information on how to receive your own membership card. Your membership will help you save money on all our activities and many other interesting things – find out more!}

Venue of event:
Youth hostel Lultzhausen

Information and registration:
Youth Hostels Luxembourg NPO
Head office
T. (+352) 26 27 66 200

The Natur- & Geopark Mëllerdall has been accepted into the international network of UNESCO Global Geoparks and that is a reason to celebrate!
From 30.5 – 5.6, the Mëllerdall region will therefore host the Natur- & Geopark Mëllerdall Week on a grand scale. Everyone is invited to discover the region and get to know it in a new way.

Once again, there will be many exciting activities and events around the themes of sustainability, living heritage and our geological, cultural and natural heritage:

In addition to activities for school classes, there will be a quiz night, lots of guided walks, a geological bike tour and a pleasure hike on the weekend.

The Natur- & Geopark Mëllerdall team looks forward to welcoming you to the region as part of these celebrations!

Details of the programme here.

The Réidener Schwämm invites you to enjoy from June to August real surfing, beachfeeling, a cocktail bar, a spraypark as well as numerous other events for children and adults.

More information: www.reidener-schwemm.lu

Since 2014, the city of Luxembourg participates in the international art project. From 3^rd to the 18^th of June, numerous street pianos will invade de streets and park of the capital inviting the passers-by to play a tune. One of those pianos will be installed at the youth hostel in Pfaffenthal.

More information: www.vdl.lu

This festival is for the whole family. The former site of the slate mine will during this weekend charm everyone with its special atmosphere. Music, animations, readings, exhibitions, free tours of the museum as well as beverages and food will be on the programme.

More information: www.kollanaktioun.lu

The group The Ferocious Few will perform on Saturday 4th June at 19:00 at the youth hostel in Luxembourg-Pfaffenthal.

More information and tickets here.

During the weekend of Pentecost, the owners of vineyards and distilleries located in the Moselle region open their doors for wine lovers. Activities such as wine and liqueur tasting, musical entertainment, exhibitions, guides hikes and horse carriage rides await you at this event.

More information: www.visitmoselle.lu

The group Kid Colling Cartel will perform on Sunday 5th June at 20:00 at the youth hostel in Luxembourg-Pfaffenthal.

More information and tickets here.

On Monday, the 6^th of June, the club Wanderfrënn Befort organises a hike through the Mullerthal Region – Luxembourg’s Little Switzerland.

Length: 6/12 km (departure between 08:00 and 14:00 o’clock) or 22 km (departure between 08:00 and 12:00 o’clock)

Starting point: Kummelsbau in Beaufort

More information: 

The beach volley season is open again at Lake Echternach. On the 17^th of June, the corporate matches will take place. On the 18^th of June anyone without a licence can participate. On the 19^th of June, the experienced players will show their skills. The matches will take place on the beach volley field near the youth hostel. 

Date: 17^th – 19^th June 2022

Admission fee: 80 - 120 € per team. Early bookers get a 20 € voucher for food and drinks.

Venue of activity: Beach volley court next to the Lake Echternach and the youthhostel.

More information and registration: www.volleyball-echternach.lu

Hiking by moonlight is on the programme. But don’t worry, because some luminous signs will be installed along the path. There are three route lengths to choose from: 10, 20 or 50 km. A campfire and breakfast await the participants at the finish.

More information here: www.ubs-moonwalker-luxembourg.com

How about some yoga on the SUP? Sure, because SUP and yoga harmonise as perfectly as yin and yang. That is why the animation team of the Lultzhausen youth hostel organises a sporting workshop in cooperation with Sarah & John Yoga on Sunday, the 19th of June: namely Yoga-SUP on the Upper Sûre lake.

This half-day workshop consists of a yoga training with Hatha exercises on the stand-up paddle for adults. The exercises (asanas) help relax and stretch the body by focusing on breathing (pranayama). Before the yoga, the participants warm up on the SUP and get to know the material. After a short SUP tour, the yoga class begins on the water. After about three hours, the participants paddle back to the youth hostel and enjoy a vegetarian dinner.

If you would like to extend your stay in the Éislek region, you are welcome to book a bed in the youth hostel in advance and stay overnight. Please register as the number of participants is limited.

Requirements:
The course is aimed at adults with previous knowledge of yoga and/or SUP.

Participants must be able to swim for at least 15 minutes and have no medical contraindications to practising water sports.

Time:
Sunday, the 19^th of June in the afternoon (you will be informed of the exact times when you register).

Fee (material and dinner included)*:

• 65 € (price for members of the youth hostels)
• 70 € (standard price for non-members*)

* ^{Not a member yet? Don’t hesitate to contact us for information on how to receive your own membership card. Your membership will help you save money on all our activities and many other interesting things – find out more!}

Venue of event:
Youth hostel Lultzhausen

Information and registration:
Youth Hostels Luxembourg NPO
Head office
T. (+352) 26 27 66 200

For over 30 years, the charming village of Lellingen has been turning into an open air art gallery during one day a year. The visitors can watch the artists at work or enjoy the performances of street artists and musicians. Various workshops for kids are also organized.

Time: 10:00 – 19:00

More information: www.konstfestival.lu

During this recreational, guided kayak tour, organised by the Naturpark Öewersauer and the youth hostel Lultzhausen, nature lovers will discover the flora and fauna in and around the Lake of the Upper Sûre.

Please register in advance.

Date:
Friday, 24^th of June

Fee:
free of charge

Time:
from 17:00 to 20:00

Venue of activity :
Youth hostel Lultzhausen

More information: www.naturpark-sure.lu, Tel.; 89 93 31 1

From 1^st to 10^th July, the Luxembourg Pride Week will take place in Esch/Alzette with numerous exhibitions, conferences, concerts and an art festival.

More info at www.luxembourgpride.lu

The water sports season is open. On Sunday, 3rd of July, Lultzhausen youth hostel invites you all to a big water sports event at the lake of the Upper Sûre. On this day, our trainers offer test tours by canoe, kayak and stand-up paddle (SUP). The youth hostel's kitchen team will offer hearty grilled food to the visitors. Those in need of a break with a beautiful lake view can make themselves comfortable on the terrace of the youth hostel.

Requirements:
Participants are required to wear sturdy shoes (no flip-flops), must be able to swim for at least 15 minutes and must not have any medical contraindications to practising water sports.

Children must be accompanied by adults.

Time:
10:00 - 17:30

Programme:

• Guided kayak and canoe tours of 120 minutes (10h00, 13h00 and 15h30).
• Introductory SUP tours of 90 minutes (11h00, 14h00 and 16h00)
• Barbecue and drinks during the whole day on site.
• Tours are only available upon registration.
• The indoor playground is open throughout the whole day.

Please note:
Minimum age for kayak and SUP: 10 years accompanied by an adult. In the canoe, children from 5 to 7 years accompanied by two adults are allowed, children 8 years and above need to be accompanied by only one adult.

Fee per person (children from 5 years and adults) per tour:

• 6 € (up to the age of 17 included)
• 10 € (adults)

Venue of activity:
Youth hostel Lultzhausen

Further information:
Youth Hostels Luxembourg NPO
Head office
T. (+352) 26 27 66 200

On Sunday, 17^th of July, the Entente Fräizäit ‘Roude Léiw’ organises a hike in Esch-sur-Alzette.

Length: 5 + 10 km (Departure between 08:00 and 14:00 o’clock)

20 km (Departure between 08:00 and 12:00 o’clock)

Departing point: Centre d’Accueil Ellergronn

More information: Pia Jost-Künsch, tel.: 621 72 64 01,

During this recreational, guided kayak tour, organised by the Naturpark Öewersauer and the youth hostel Lultzhausen, nature lovers will discover the flora and fauna in and around the Lake of the Upper Sûre.

Please register in advance.

Date:
Friday, 22^nd of July

Fee:
free of charge

Time:
from 17:00 to 20:00

Venue of activity :
Youth hostel Lultzhausen

More information: www.naturpark-sure.lu, Tel.; 89 93 31 1

If you want to experience the sunrise in the early morning in a very special way, you should register for the early bird kayak tour on the Upper Sure lake. On Saturday, 23rd of July, the tour starts bright and early, at 5:30 am, with a trainer from Lultzhausen youth hostel and a guide from the Upper Sûre nature park, to greet the dawn together. During 90 minutes, adults and children from the age of 10 can explore nature and enjoy the sunrise on the lake from the kayak. The tour ends with a hearty, delicious breakfast.

Book the overnight offer for a more relaxed start to this tour. Registration is required as places are limited.

Requirements:
This offer is primarily aimed at adult participants. We are happy to welcome participants with a minimum age of ten years accompanied by a parent or guardian to this tour.

Participants are required to wear sturdy shoes (no flip-flops), must be able to swim for at least 15 minutes and must not have any medical contraindications to practising water sports.

Date:
Saturday, 23^rd of July 2022 at 5:30

Prices per person (for children above 10 years and adults) including tour and breakfast:

• 44 € (Members’ price)
• 49 € (Standard price for non-members*)

Prices per person (for children above 10 years and adults) including tour and breakfast as well as overnight stay with dinner:

• 77 € (Members’ price)
• 87 € (Standard price for non-members*)

* ^{Not a member yet? Don’t hesitate to contact us for information on how to receive your own membership card. Your membership will help you save money on all our activities and many other interesting things – find out more!}

Venue of event:
Youth hostel Lultzhausen

Information and registration:
Youth Hostels Luxembourg NPO
Head office
T. (+352) 26 27 66 200

Why not enjoy the summer on your bicycle, just like last summer. From the 30^th of July to 28th of August, several sections of the routes in Luxembourg will be closed to car traffic and thus turned into cycle paths for the bike fans to enjoy.

More information www.velosummer.lu

How do you build a shelter in the forest? Which plants are edible? How can I survive in nature? Dive into the wonderful world of bush craft and survival!

We invite you and the whole family on a journey through the night to discover the forest without any light. Food from nature, shelter building and fire are only three keywords for this special evening. You will explore the surroundings on an exciting night activity that will take you over hill and dale for about four kilometres. At the end, participants can look forward to a cosy get-together around the campfire, including baking stick bread and a tasty snack.

If you are not afraid of the dark and like to lend a hand, you should sign up for this exciting activity on Friday, 19th of August 2022 at the youth hostel in Larochette.

The number of participants is limited, so please register in advance.

Date:
Friday, 19^th of August 2022 (the exact time of departure will be given to you after registration)

Language:
Luxembourgish/German

Price per child (9-12 years) including the activity and the snack:

• 13 € (for members)
• 15 € (standard price for non-members*)

Price per adult and child (aged 13 and older) including the activity and the snack:

• 16 € (for members)
• 21 € (standard price for non- members*)

* ^{Not a member yet? Don’t hesitate to contact us for information on how to receive your own membership card. Your membership will help you save money on all our activities and many other interesting things – find out more!}

Venue of event:
Youth hostel Larochette

Information and registration:
Youth Hostels Luxembourg NPO
Head office
T. (+352) 26 27 66 200

Inhale deeply and then exhale again! These are the basics of yoga - so far so good. To make it even more interesting, the poses of the downward facing dog, the warrior and the cobra are performed on a stand-up paddle. The animation team of the Lultzhausen youth hostel organize with this sporty workshop in cooperation with Sarah & John Yoga. But that's not all: to make the activity even more enjoyable, the course will take place at the crack of dawn on Saturday 27^th of August 2022, to enjoy the sunrise.

This three-hour workshop, in English, is a short introduction to SUP with a hatha yoga session on the Upper Sûre lake. Before the yoga, the participants warm up with the SUP and try out the equipment. After a short SUP tour on the lake, the actual yoga class begins on the water. After the session, breakfast is enjoyed together at the youth hostel.

If you want to avoid arriving early on the day of the workshop, you can stay overnight at the youth hostel on Friday and enjoy the fantastic view with a delicious dinner and get in the mood for the next day.

Requirements:
The course is aimed at adults with previous knowledge of yoga and/or SUP.

Participants are required to be able to swim for at least 15 minutes and have no medical contraindications to practising water sports.

Time:
Saturday, the 27^th of August at sunrise (you will be informed of the exact times when you register).

Fee per person (material and breakfast included)*:

• 64 € (price for members of the youth hostels)
• 68 € (standard price for non-members*)

Fee per person (material, overnight stay, dinner and breakfast included)*:

• 97 € (price for members of the youth hostels)
• 102 € (standard price for non-members*)

* ^{Not a member yet? Don’t hesitate to contact us for information on how to receive your own membership card. Your membership will help you save money on all our activities and many other interesting things – find out more!}

Venue of event:
Youth hostel Lultzhausen

Language:
English

Information and registration:
Youth Hostels Luxembourg NPO
Head office
T. (+352) 26 27 66 200

Hiking by moonlight is on the programme. But don’t worry, because some luminous signs will be installed along the path. There are three route lengths to choose from: 10, 20 or 50 km. A campfire and breakfast await the participants at the finish.

More information here: www.ubs-moonwalker-luxembourg.com

In response to the great demand from climbing fans, the team of trainers at Echternach youth hostel organize once again the popular climbing courses for kids interested in sports - for beginners as well as advanced climbers - after the summer holidays. A new feature is that the courses will now be organized in trimesters and will take place from 22 September 2022 to 30 March 2023 - i.e. for a whole two trimesters. Those aged from 5 to 7 and from 8 to 12 can are welcome to discover the 14-metre-high indoor climbing wall of the youth hostel Echternach. The mini-koalas course takes place on Thursdays from 13 to 14 o’clock and from 14.15 to 15.15 o’clock. The course for the older children is from 15:30 to 17:00 o’clock.

The places are limited. Please register in advance.

Requirements:
The course is intended for children aged from 5 to 7 years as well as from 8 to 12 years. No prior experience in climbing is required.

Sessions:
2 trimesters: Thursdays from 13:00 to 14:00 (mini-koala), from 14:15 to 15:15 (mini-koala) and from 15:30 to 17:00 (8-12 years old one’s)

Attention: No courses will take place during Luxembourgish school holidays. The course will not take place during the 3^rd trimester.

Price per child for a total of 2 trimesters:

• 306 (Price for members of the youth hostels*)
• 331 € (Standard price for non-members)

* ^{Not a member yet? No problem! Contact us for information on how to get your membership card. Being a member allows you to save money for all activities organised by the youth hostels and much more!}

Language of the course:
Luxembourgish

Venue of activity:
Youth hostel Echternach

Further information:
Youth Hostels Luxembourg NPO
Head office
T. (+352) 26 27 66 200

Discovering the Luxembourg sandstone, exploring caves and rocks, walking through light-flooded valleys and along romantic little watercourses is exactly what you are looking for? These spectacular dream settings and much more can be discovered on the ninth edition of our annual hike in the footsteps of Carlo Hemmer. These beautiful landscapes are located in the Mullerthal Nature and Geopark also called Luxembourg's Little Switzerland.

Two daily stages between 20 and 25 km are on the programme – the perfect tour for experienced hikers. Refreshments and food are awaiting the participants in Larochette youth hostel. The kitchen team will prepare a delicious barbecue for the hikers. You will then spend the night in renovated double rooms. Please note that the double rooms do not have a private bathroom; showers and toilets are on the respective floors. Possibility for larger groups to stay overnight in a 5-bed bungalow.

As places are limited, please register in advance.

Once again this year, the hiking weekend is organised by the administrative headquarters of the Luxembourg Youth Hostels in cooperation with the Carlo Hemmer Foundation. But who was this Carlo Hemmer? You’ll find out more about him during our tour.

Requirements:
Good physical condition and hiking experience over longer distances are required.
Sturdy shoes are compulsory - preferably hiking boots or trail running shoes.
The tour is exclusively reserved for adults.

Price per person:

• 75 € (price for members of the youth hostels)
• 87 € (standard price for non-members*)

* ^{Not a member yet? No problem! Contact us for information on how to get your membership card. Being a member allows you to save money for all activities organised by the youth hostels and much more!}

Included in the price: guided tours (2 day hikes), 1 overnight stay in a double room at the youth hostel Larochette, breakfast, 1 dinner and 2 lunch packs.

Venue of event:
Youth hostel Larochette

More information:
Youth Hostels Luxembourg NPO
Head office
T. (+352) 26 27 66 200

On Sunday, the 25^th of September, the Ourdall Nëssknacker Vianden organises a hike in Vianden.

Length: 5 + 10 km (Departure between 08:00 and 14:00 o’clock)

15 km (Departure between 08:00 and 13:00 o’clock)

20 km (Departure between 08:00 and 12:00 o’clock)

Starting point: Centre culturel Larei

More information: Romain Koerner, Tel.: 92 96 74, 691 92 96 74, , www.ourdall-nessknacker.lu

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In December a special event will take place in the vineyards of Luxembourg's Moselle region. The beautiful Moselle wine landscape  will shine in a spectacular play of light and colours from late afternoon onwards. Numerous wineries and associations offer selections of their local wines and specialities of the region on more than 20 stalls. A unique experience for the whole family and everyone who wants to experience the Luxembourg Moselle, its winegrowers and of course the excellent Luxembourg wines and Crémants.

More information and tickets on www.visitmoselle.lu

On Sunday, the 10^th of December, the Fédération Luxembourgeoise de Marche Populaire a.s.b.l. organizes a hike around the Christmas market in the capital city.

Length: 5/10 km (departure between 11:00 and 17:00 o’clock)

Starting point: Place d'armes

More information: 

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LUGA is be the first major national horticultural exhibition in Luxembourg.

Visitors will discover innovative and niche economic activities in agriculture, horticulture, winemaking, the circular economy, environmental protection, ecotourism and environmental culture.

The focus will be on four key locations in the City of Luxembourg.

Each will highlight a particular theme:

• Pure Nature, in the Pétrusse valley
• Nature & Society, in the Municipal and Pescatore parks
• Nature & Culture, in Grund, Clausen and Pfaffenthal
• Nature & Urban Development, in the Kirchberg

More information here www.luga.lu