• Situated between Germany, France, and Belgium Luxembourg is often overlooked as a vacation destination.  As Europe’s 7th smallest country Luxembourg is full of European charm without the hoards of tourists. Winding rivers, gorges and old medieval casemates make Luxembourg City, the capital perfect for a short trip or extended weekend.

What to expect

• Luxembourg is a country with several different languages, picturesque old scenery and plenty of hills to conquer. Easy to navigate and access with minimal tourist crowds.

Getting There

• Arriving by train is easy and direct from many major cities such as Paris and Brussels.  At the train station you are able to get on the city bus to get around if your hotel is not near.  Even better aside from transfer from the train station I found I was able to get to all the major places on foot with ease.  

Where to Stay

• There are plenty of standard hotels to stay at with all the amenities. There is also a hostel in the city which is where I stayed for my short trip. (Want to know more about hostels and if they are a good option for you? Stay tuned for a post on my hosteling experiences and recommendations.) Located by a bus stop the hostel is easy to get to and a great place to set off to discover the casemates. Learn more about what I look for when booking a hostel.

-Overall, Luxembourg City is a must see if you have a couple extra days. With easy train travel from near major European cities you can make it an easy stopover or add on.