Delano Expat Guide 2022-23

No. 92

AUG./SEPT. 2022

Luxembourg in English

Expat Guide 2022-2023

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A slice of utopia During a recent vernissage at the Czech Embassy, I heard a moving choral rendition of “Ons Heemecht”, sung by Ambassador Vladimír Bärtl and his fellow singers.

Luxembourg’s national anthem gives me goosebumps each time I hear it, and that occasion was no exception.

Only a day later, I celebrated 60 years of Korea-Luxembourg relations in Hesperange, where Mi Hee Lentz-Pak, president of the Korean Association of Luxembourg, spoke in beautiful Luxembourgish, and mayor Marc Lies revealed that some 130 nationalities were represented in our commune.

I’m ever in awe of how international this tiny grand duchy is, and how--even if we don’t always see eye-to-eye--we generally live peacefully together and can share and explore a wide range of cultures without ever crossing a border.

During the pandemic, I found myself visiting the north of the country more often, doing long hikes and taking my child to see castles.

We often took the long drive home, across rolling hills, stopping in surprising locations along the way. It had me asking myself: why hadn’t I explored this area more often?

Recently I spent a few days in Esch-surAlzette, a place I don’t regularly visit, and I happened somehow to get accepted into a local “Stammtisch” (an informal, regular group). The south of the country has its own character, and I almost had the impression

of being in a US city. It was just the thing I needed at the time.

Then there’s the Moselle region--the place I first called home here, where most of my local relatives still reside. Visiting the vineyard-dotted slopes always has a regenerative effect on me, and I find many of the residents there to be open-minded, with a good sense of humour. Perhaps it’s due to their being close to three different countries… or perhaps it’s that superb Moselle wine.

I may have on rose-tinted glasses, but whenever I stop and reflect on living here as an expat for 13 years, I often think of how good this country has been to us.

From free transport to the full support I’ve received here as a parent, especially throughout the pandemic: we’re quite lucky.

We may complain about traffic or bureaucratic paperwork but, on the whole, this is a generous country. And a stunning one: from the depths of the Grund, to the heights of the north.

Indeed, I can never claim to be a “real Luxembourger”, but I love this country more every year. I consider it my homeland too.

Editor-in-chief, Delano magazine NATALIE A. GERHARDSTEIN

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Entertainment in spades

ENRIQUE SACAU Born in Spain in 1979, Sacau studied history there before going to Oxford to do a master’s and a PhD. He has always worked in financial services technology at Xchanging (now DXC), FNZ (where he led their entry into the European market), Equiniti (where he ran a large regtech business called EQ Digital) and Kneip (where he serves as group CEO).

He’s led the Luxembourg firm since August 2020. He’d lived 18 years in the UK previously. A dual British and Spanish national, Enrique is married, has no children and lives in Luxembourg’s old town. He is passionate about books, food, opera and travel.

Moving to Luxembourg from London in August 2020 was a bit of a gamble: we had planned to spend half of our time here and half travelling and, because of the response to the pandemic, ended up not going anywhere for a while. It took me nine months to return to London, which felt very different after spending so long in a tidy, manicured and indeed small place such as Luxembourg.

Small, maybe, but Luxembourg delivered entertainment in spades. The friendliness of the people was key. A couple invited us to their home for dinner because they listened to me during a Delano podcast! We made a couple of friends for life because we often ran into them in our building’s car park. Colleagues, my chairman and my shareholder all went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Our schedule is actually a little too busy these days!

Then there is the town: we’re spoilt that we live bang in the middle of the Ville Haute, so we can go for beautiful walks around. We miss the market on Place Guillaume, as Hamilius isn’t ideal for it, and are looking forward to having it back: Saturday after Saturday, I hoped to learn the names of all foods in French, and, of course, all I managed at the market was to improve my Portuguese. We regularly enjoy going for walks in the Grund, all the parks that go from Limpertsberg to Pont Adolphe, visit the shops and constantly run into friends.

They say that the drawback of the old town is the noise.

It’s hard to scare a Spaniard with noise, of course, as whatever you’ve experienced, elsewhere feels like the peace of a spa compared to what you see in Spain. This said, the proximity of the bell tower of the Église de Saint Michel to our bedroom window really means that we wake up with the Angelus every day of the week at 7am!

If you like food, and we very much do, Luxembourg is a great place. We possibly drink too many glasses of wine at Pas Sage, walk three minutes down from our house to Um Plateau, eat warming Bouneschlupp at Am Tiirmschen and curries at Thai House… In winter, we find the morning fog a bit spooky, but seeing it lift to reveal this beautiful town is a daily treat.

And the spring truly is unbeatable.

We’ve ended up not visiting any neighbouring countries!

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Guest editorial #KeepingLocal

About Delano #TheTeam

Meet the Delano team

Duncan Roberts Editor-in-chief, Delano digital As a journalist in Luxembourg for more than 30 years, Duncan has reported on six parliamentary elections, four Luxembourg presidencies of the Council of the European Union and the grand duchy's three reigns as capital of culture.

@bezdonut63

Aaron Grunwald Senior finance journalist Aaron has been a journalist in Luxembourg for more than 12 years. When he’s not covecove ring the financial sector, you can find him on a terrasse somewhere in the Greater Region.

He grew up in California and previously lived in China.

Natalie A. Gerhardstein Editor-in-chief, Delano magazine A German-US national, Natalie has 18 years' experience in media & comms, starting at S&P Global. She has a passion for international development, business and travel. Recently she has been rediscovering the joys of scuba diving and trying to work through Philip Glass’ 20 piano études.

@aarongrunwald

Cordula Schnuer

The print edition of Delano, the English-language news magazine for Luxembourg’s international community, is available at newsstands across the grand duchy and by subscription. Delano publishes two newsletters weekdays: the “Breakfast briefing”, featuring local and world headlines to start the day informed, and the “Noon briefing”, covering the latest Luxembourg news and events. Plus, there are Delano Live events, which feature onstage interviews with people and on topics covered

by Delano, but with a fresh perspective, followed by a networking cocktail.

Senior journalist Cordula started working as a journalist in 2011, returning to her native Luxembourg after graduating from university in the UK. She covers politics and social issues, and is currently planning a long trip to Southeast Asia.

Maison Moderne

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Josephine Shillito Abigail Okorodus

Senior finance journalist

Abigail relocated to Luxembourg in 2019 and has a trilingual master’s degree in European and international studies.

She enjoys researching, travelling and meeting people. Out of curiosity, she dabbled in filmmaking this year and is fond of new adventures.

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Josie moved to Luxembourg in 2017 after 10 years as a financial journalist covering M&A, leveraged finance, energy and commodities in London. As well as writing extensively about finance, she is drafting a debut novel set during the British escape from Burma in 1942.

Desk editor

Josephine Shillito

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Jeff Palms Journalist

Tracy Heindrichs Journalist Tracy joined the Delano team as a journalist in 2021 after gathering experience in publishing and illustration. She has lived in Japan and Scotland and loves to try out cuisines from around the globe.

A journalist at Delano since 2021, Jeff enjoys writing about research, business cultures and literature. Originally from Michigan, US, he lived in four European countries before settling in the grand duchy.

Elena Sebastiani Fact-checker Tracy Heindrichs

Elena moved to Luxembourg seven years ago, just after graduating from university. Originally from Belgium, this globe globetrotter has also lived in Germany, Italy and Spain.

She has been working as a proofreader for more than five years.

Teodor Georgiev Journalist Teodor began his journalism career in radio as a newsreader and podcaster. He joined Delano in 2021 and enjoys covering human interest stories and producing Delano’s interview podcast series.

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Contents #ExpatGuide2022-23

10 Reference map

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Country & city

Meet the ambassadors

Check coordinates in the listings!

12 Dashboard

Demographic overview Tips and advice 14

Settling in –

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US ambassador Thomas Barrett, one of eight diplomats to share their favourite spots in the grand duchy

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Guy Wolff, Shutterstock, Illustrations

Salomé Jottreau, Maison Moderne

Professional life –

106 Calendar

Plan out the year ahead

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Personal finance –

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Leisure time

Each section contains anecdotes, tips and recommendations for newcomers and long-term expats alike

114 Trivia

Fun Facts An impressive 73% of residents of the grand duchy speak Luxembourgish

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Luxembourg’s population has grown by a remarkable 77% over the last four decades and now stands at 645,397--in 1981, just 364,602 people called the grand duchy home.

But the number of Luxembourgers has increased by just 27% over the same period, underscoring the country’s reliance on immigrants to sustain its economic prowess.

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Although net migration continues to rise, the number of people leaving the grand duchy has also been increasing steadily over the last few years. Indeed, close to 16,000 (including more than 3,000 Luxembourgers) moved out of the country last year. The communes that in 2021 recorded the highest positive net migration of non-Luxembourgers are Luxembourg City, Esch-sur-Alzette, Strassen and Hesperange.

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Luxembourg’s rapidly growing population is a cause for concern as the country’s housing and transport infrastructure struggle to keep up with the current pace, which fluctuates between around 1.7% and 2% annually. Indeed, the current rate of net migration suggests that forecasts of the population reaching over one million by 2060 will not be wrong by much.

The remarkable statistic, however, is the rapid rise of the non-Luxembourger population, which has more than trebled since 1981. Close to half the residents of the grand duchy do not have Luxembourgish nationality, even though several thousand foreigners do acquire citizenship each year. And the fact that Luxembourgers and non-nationals live in harmony, with people of different nationalities mixing at work and socially, is testimony not only to the grand duchy’s high standard of living, but also to the openness of those communities.

Comings and goings

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Immigrants continue to flock in droves to live and work in Luxembourg.

It is a welcoming place, and efforts have been made over the past 20 years or so to make it even more attractive for those whose preferred language is English.

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People who acquired Luxembourg nationality in 2021, of whom 4,933 were resident and 1,868 lived abroad.

The record was set in 2018 when 11,876 people became Luxembourgers.

Others 15.3%

25,335 Immigrants arrived in Luxembourg in 2021. In the same year, 15,959 people moved out of the country.

18.4%

The proportion of Luxembourgers who have at least one other nationality.

Of those, 25.3% are also Portuguese, with a further 14.6% being French.

3.9% are British.

Portugal 30.8%

“People who come provide enrichment.

They should get to know us, and we should get to know them” Corinne Cahen

The integration minister during a parliamentary debate on the new integration act in January 2021 France 16.2%

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Almost half of Luxembourg’s population is made up of foreigners, which helps to ensure there’s plenty of information available on how to settle in successfully

Overview #SettlingIn

Right from the start Transitioning from freshly arrived to comfortably settled in takes a little rigour. But once you cover the basics, like finding accommodation or commune registration, you’ll be ready to plunge into Luxembourg life.

Upon arriving in Luxembourg, it may seem like there are a myriad of things to consider, and the menacing image of red tape can stop some in their tracks. Getting the ball rolling with a few easy tasks, like registering at your local commune, is a good way to feel you’re progressing.

And, indeed, when it comes to settling in, small steps can be taken almost every day--with, perhaps, the exception of Sunday, when many facilities are closed.

The challenge of having to get your foot in the door to your new life in Luxembourg is also the novelty of the whole

Words TEODOR GEORGIEV

experience. Luckily, you’ll find a whole lot of people who are as uninitiated as you are. Government statistics from January 2022 indicate that 47.1% of the population is made up of foreigners, comprised of 170 nationalities. So be prepared to get asked at almost every social gathering where you’re from. But, most importantly, you have something in common with almost every one in two people: you’re not from here. That’s already a good start.

And with Luxembourg being a small country, word-of-mouth certainly plays a big role in getting more integrated, both personally and professionally.

Instilling some curiosity in the way you navigate through life in the grand duchy from the get-go is a good way to learn about the Luxembourg way of life.

Despite its small size, the country is exceptionally car-centric. Luxembourg has the highest number of registered cars per capita in the EU, with 663 per 1,000 inhabitants, according to Eurostat. But you’ll hear them a lot less, with electric vehicles on the rise and with many getting on board the common effort of transitioning to a greener economy.

Luxembourg is well known for its high wages, but real estate prices can be a bit of a surprise for those who come unprepared. Finding accommodation close to the office goes a long way in finding a good work-life balance, but it definitely comes at a cost. Locking in your housing contract is--if done right--a long-term decision which can set you on the right track. And, in this case, the key is figuring out what your particular situation necessitates and getting as much information about what’s available.

While in real estate, it’s all about the location, the key word when it comes to settling in is information. In Luxembourg, there’s lots of it not only online, but also through word-of-mouth anecdotes and on the pages of this guide.

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Ristretto #SettlingIn

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“There will be more pressure on the rental market” Location, timing and gut instinct will set you on the right track to find accommodation in Luxembourg, says Raymond Klein, head of sales at real estate firm Engel & Völkers.

What is the key thing to pay attention to when looking for accommodation in Luxembourg?

The really important thing is to find the right moment to start your search. It’s not useful to start four months in advance because there’s nothing on the market that’s going to be available in four months. Most of the things are really one month in advance, for instance. Also: location, location, location. Check where your workplace is, and look around it because it will save you a lot of time going to work every day--that is, if you go to the office every day, because nowadays it could also be possible that you work from home. I think that it is really crucial to examine the area you want to live in. There are big differences in town. The Gare area, for example, is very lively at night, and then there is Belair, which is very quiet.

and there is a nice view, it’s a completely different situation, and they decide immediately.

What’s the best time of the day to conduct a visit?

I would suggest early morning or beginning of the evening after work when it’s still lively outside. That’s always a good moment because you also see the others that might live in that area when they go to work or when they come back from work. You see the house when the sun is going down, so there will be more light inside [compared to] lunchtime, for example, when the sun is at its highest... And then you also see the traffic situation.

What are the repercussions of the inflation on Luxembourg’s real estate market?

What we foresee is a midterm rise in rental prices because of inflation going higher, so the value of money is going down.

And there will be more pressure on the rental market because less newly built objects are coming on the market. Also, the investors have fled the real estate market a little bit. Inflation will put pressure on the market. But also, on a global scale, if people can’t afford as much because of higher interest rates--which are an immediate effect of inflation--they can’t afford to buy. They’re going to rent for some time, most probably.

What are expats looking for when they move to the grand duchy for the first time?

It depends on the family situation. If someone is single, they would rather look for an apartment with one bedroom or a studio which is very centrally located. And then there are families or couples, and they are going to look for bigger spaces, most probably outside of town, to have more quiet and greenery nearby.

How can people make sure they pick the right spot the first time and avoid moving down the line?

You have to visit a lot--that’s something that I always say--and not only choose one or two [locations]… Visit them and take time.

Then you should make the right decision and try to have the visits in two days, for example.

After that, you have to make a quick decision.

Is your gut feeling important when visiting your potential future home?

Yes, it’s important. What we see from the tenants’ side is that when they come inside, and it’s well lit

Raymond Klein has been working in real estate since 1999

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3 QUESTIONS TO LUIZA SOSNA-NOCULAK

The head of integration at Strassen commune shares some registration recommendations.

“Insuring” your peace of mind

Covering your car and home are two main parts of the personal insurance puzzle, according to Filipe Carneiro of Bâloise.

The popularity of electric and hybrid vehicles in Luxembourg has risen over the last four years. They now make up 17.9% and 19.32% of total 2022 registrations, up from 0.64% and 2.95%, respectively, in 2018. Diesel and gasoline cars registratiosn have slumped to 22% and 36%, respectively.

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How has the pandemic accelerated the digitalisation of the registration office’s operations?

In order to avoid unnecessary wait times at the town hall, new citizens have to schedule an appointment online.

How can people best benefit from the commune’s services after registering?

All citizens from Strassen can benefit from a variety of municipal services and activities for adults, children and seniors.

Useful information can be found on our website, mobile app (Cityapp Strassen), on our social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram and YouTube) and in our magazine, which is published every two months and sent directly to [Strassen residents’] homes.

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a more extensive contract covers, for example, electronics like a smartphone or TV. But it also includes personal liability, meaning that if an insured person causes damage to another person’s property, they can benefit from their insurance rather than paying out of pocket.

To best benefit from your insurance, Carneiro suggests directly contacting your insurer and asking for advice from an agent.

Another option is contacting an insurance broker who--unlike an agent--works with multiple companies and can suggest the most appropriate insurance company based on individual needs.

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Setting up your personal insurance may seem like a daunting task, but with Luxembourg’s national healthcare system (CNS) already covering up to 80% of medical expenses with small exceptions, there are only a few extra boxes to tick. Strictly speaking, car insurance is the only obligatory type of insurance.

But as Filipe Carneiro, head of distribution at insurance company Bâloise puts it, “If you rent a house or a flat, in most cases [as a tenant] you have to get insured.” While this does not constitute a legal obligation, tenants quickly accept that as the law of the land and reap the benefits of having a peace of mind.

A common misconception, according to Carneiro, is that tenants assume they have far fewer household items to insure and therefore choose a smaller package. In Luxembourg,

How can people ensure a smooth registration process?

Registration at the municipality of Strassen takes place at the town hall. It’s recommended to plan the appointment ahead of time, especially when moving from abroad, to avoid any delays.

When scheduling the registration appointment, the agent in charge will provide the new citizen with a list of all the required documents.

As a very international and multicultural municipality, we try to communicate as much as possible in three languages: Luxembourgish, French and English.

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@lostinluxembourg Discover the grand duchy through Nataša Pavlović’s Instagram feed, where she shares photos of recognisable locations in a new light, as well as lesserknown slices of Luxembourg life.

The name of the game in telecom

Taking the time to shop around for your telecom provider helps to get the most bang for your buck, explains LetzCompare founder Oleksandr Petrykov.

Michelle Glorieux, Founder of Ta-Da! Language Productions

@jacques_schneider Jacques Schneider’s Instagram is a pop-art tribute to Luxembourg culture, with references to the royal family and fresh slogans appearing on the artist’s photos, paintings and t-shirt designs.

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“Our country’s size allows our startup community to easily mingle, connect and collaborate”

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@annaktina Alongside outfit-of-the-day photos, Anna Katina’s Instagram delivers vivid images of Luxembourg as well as some holiday destinations, seen through the lens of--as her bio reads--a “photographer made in Luxembourg”.

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impact the length of their contract. Picking up a short-term solution like an unlimited contract for a SIM card that can be cancelled at any time will suit some, while going for the most affordable cost over time option is appropriate for those who would remain settled. “They should look at the total contract cost, [which represents] how much this service will cost over a period of time,” says Petrykov.

However, offers change with time, and a certain contract from five years ago can cost significantly less today. “Once your contract is finished, you have to check what’s out there on the market,” insists Petrykov.

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Finding yourself freshly in Luxembourg and with a whole lot of bits and bobs to set up, it may be tempting to go with a friend’s suggestion when it comes to your telecom provider. According to Petrykov--who started Luxembourg’s first telecommunications price differentiation website LetzCompare-a lot of people who’ve lived in Europe go for brand recognition and choose a provider they’ve heard of if they haven’t received any recommendation. “The biggest mistake people make is they don’t compare,” he says.

Taking into account your personal situation is essential, as there is no one-size-fits-all internet, TV or phone plan. Naturally, working from home necessitates a reliable and stable connection and sufficient speed, while some may not be too sure how long they will stay in their current accommodation which may

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EMBASSIES & CONSULATES Austria 3 rue des Bains L-1212, Luxembourg 47 11 88 1 www.bmeia.gv.at luxembourg-ob@bmaa.gv.at Österreichisches Aussenministerium mfa_austria E12

Belgium 4 rue des Girondins L-1626, Luxembourg 44 27 46 1 www.diplomatie.belgium.be luxembourg@diplobel.org Embassy of Belgium in Luxembourg G11

Cape Verde 9B boulevard Prince Henri L-1724, Luxembourg 26 48 09 48 ambcvlux@pt.lu E11

China 2 rue Antoine-François Van Der Meulen L-2152, Luxembourg 43 69 91 1 lu.china-embassy.org ambchine@pt.lu B13

Czech Republic 2 rond-point Robert Schuman L-2525, Luxembourg 26 47 78 11 www.mzv.cz luxembourg@embassy.mzv.cz Ministerstvo zahrani_ních v_cí _eské republiky Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic mzvcr E11

France 8B boulevard Joseph II L-1840, Luxembourg 45 73 72 www.lu.ambafrance.org consulat.luxembourg-amba@diplomatie. gouv.fr France Diplomatie E11

Germany 20-22 avenue Emile Reuter L-2420, Luxembourg 45 34 45 1 www.luxemburg.diplo.de info@luxemburg.diplo.de Auswärtiges Amt auswaertigesamt E11

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Romania

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27 rue Marie-Adélaïde L-2128, Luxembourg 44 51 93 www.mfa.gr gremb.lux@mfa.gr Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs F11

2 rue de Pulvermühl L-2356, Luxembourg 45 51 51 www.mae.ro luxembourg@mae.ro Ministerul Afacerilor Externe/ Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Romania mfaromania F14

Luxembourg www.bazar.lu bazar@bazar.lu Bazar.lu

Hungary 8 boulevard Royal L-2449, Luxembourg 26 20 34 86 brusszel.mfa.gov.hu mission.lux@mfa.gov.hu Embassy of Hungary Brussels Magyarország Brüsszeli Nagykövetsége E11

Italy 5 rue Marie-Adélaïde L-2128, Luxembourg 44 36 44 1 www.amblussemburgo.esteri.it ambasciata.lussemburgo@esteri.it Ambasciata d’Italia in Lussemburgo F11

Ireland 28 route d’Arlon L-1140, Luxembourg 45 06 10 www.dfa.ie ireland@pt.lu Irish Foreign Ministry E10

Japan 62 avenue de la Faïencerie L-1510, Luxembourg 46 41 51 1 www.lu.emb-japan.go.jp embjapan@lx.mofa.go.jp Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan D11

Netherlands 6 rue Sainte-Zithe L-2763, Luxembourg 22 75 70 www.netherlandsandyou.nl lux@minbuza.nl F11

Poland 24 rue Guillaume Schneider L-2522, Luxembourg 26 00 32 www.gov.pl/web/luksemburg/ambasada luksemburg.amb.sekretariat@msz.gov.pl @PLinLuxembourg D11

Portugal 282 route de Longwy L-1940, Luxembourg 46 61 90 1 www.luxemburgo.embaixadaportugal. mne.pt luxemburgo@mne.pt F9

Russia 116 rue Cyprien Merjai L-2145, Luxembourg 42 23 33 ambruslu.mid.ru ambruslu@pt.lu Russian Foreign Ministry A12

Spain 4 boulevard Emmanuel Servais L-2535, Luxembourg 46 02 55 www.exteriores.gob.es embesplu@pt.lu Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores, Unión Europea y Cooperación de España exteriores.maec D11

Turkey 49 rue Siggy vu Lëtzebuerg L-1933, Luxembourg 44 32 81 180 www.luksemburg.be.mfa.gov.tr ambassade.luxembourg@mfa.gov.tr Türkiye Cumhuriyeti Lüksemburg Büyükelçili_i C10

United Kingdom 5 boulevard Joseph II L-1840, Luxembourg 22 98 64 www.gov.uk britemb@internet.lu F12

United States 22 boulevard Emmanuel Servais L-2535, Luxembourg 46 01 23 00 lu.usembassy.gov luxembourgconsular@state.gov U.S. Embassy Luxembourg us.embassy.luxembourg D11

ONLINE REAL ESTATE

Immo.lu Luxembourg www.immo.lu immo@immo.lu Immo.lu

ImmoStar Luxembourg www.immostar.lu ImmoStar ImmoStar.lu

Immotop.lu Luxembourg www.immotop.lu support@immotop.lu Immotop.lu Annonces Immobilières immotop.lu

Wortimmo.lu Luxembourg www.wortimmo.lu info@wortimmo.lu Wortimmo.lu Wortimmo.lu wortimmo

REAL ESTATE Adequat Immobilier 31 rue Notre-Dame L-2240, Luxembourg 22 22 91 1 www.adequat-immobilier.lu info@adequat-immobilier.lu F11

Agence Real Estate Bereldange 14 route de Luxembourg L-7240, Bereldange 26 33 19 23 www.are.lu H4

Alpina Immobilière 4 rue de Bridel L-7217, Bereldange 33 12 55 www.alpina.lu alpina@pt.lu H4

Bricks Athome.lu 25 route d’Esch L-1470, Luxembourg 27 86 23 86 www.athome.lu support@athome.eu atHome.lu atHomeGroup F11

2 place de Nancy L-2212, Hollerich 26 44 11 61 www.bricks.lu info@bricks.lu BRICKS Solutions Immobilières BRICKS Solutions Immobilières BRICKS Real Estate Luxembourg G10

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New Immo Belair

Déménagements Faber

FMI Immobilier

4 place Joseph Thorn L-2637, Luxembourg 28 26 17 27 www.engelvoelkers.lu luxembourg@engelvoelkers.com Engel & Völkers Luxembourg Engel & Völkers Luxembourg engelvoelkerslux F9

22 avenue du X Septembre L-2550, Belair 26 44 11 11 www.newimmo.lu info@newimmo.lu New Immo F10

206 route de Differdange L-4438, Sanem 59 49 44 www.demenagements-faber.lu info@demenagements-faber.lu Déménagement Faber I3

7 rue des Mérovingiens L-8070, Bertrange 24 83 24 1 www.fmi.lu info@fmi.lu H3

Re/Max

Spiroux Déménagements

Feltes

14 rue des Capucins L-1313, Luxembourg 26 64 99 99 1 www.remax.lu contact@remax.lu RE/MAX Luxembourg E12

9A rue de la Libération L-8245, Mamer 20 30 14 73 www.spirouxdemenagements.lu info@groupespiroux.com Spiroux Déménagements H3

Unicorn

Nadin

18 rue du Marché-aux-Herbes L-1728, Luxembourg 26 54 17 17 www.unicorn.lu info@unicorn.lu Unicorn Real Estate F12

45 rue Charles Kieffer L-8389, Grass 39 80 48 www.nadin.eu info@nadin.eu G2

135 avenue du X Septembre L-2551, Luxembourg 24 84 88 1 www.feltes.lu feltes@feltes.lu H4

Fischbach 298 avenue Gaston Diderich L-1420, Belair 45 71 30 1 www.fischbach.lu immo.fischbach@fischbach.lu FISCHBACH - Realtors & Developers immo_fischbach E9

Hektar 5 Heienhaff L-1736, Senningerberg 27 85 80 40 www.hektar.lu info@hektar.lu Hektar Hektar hektar_immo H5

Hélène Grober 192 route d’Esch L-1471, Luxembourg 40 97 90 www.immo-grober.lu info@immo-grober.lu H10

Homexperts 55 rue de Luxembourg L-4391, Pontpierre 58 55 06 www.homexperts.lu info@homexperts.lu Homexperts.lu Homexperts.lu I3

Inowai 52 route d’Esch L-1470, Luxembourg 25 03 39 www.inowai-residential.lu info@inowai.com Inowai Inowai inowai.luxembourg G11

Laforêt Zare îlot ouest L-4384, Ehlerange 26 17 66 11 www.laforet.lu laforet@laforet.lu Laforêt Immobilier Luxembourg Laforêt Luxembourg laforet_luxembourg I3

Weckbecker 2 rue Albert 1er L-1117, Luxembourg 22 25 92 www.weckbecker.lu info@weckbecker.lu Agence Immobilière Weckbecker depuis 1929 F10

FURNITURE RENTAL Lyght Living Furniture Leasing 22 Ferdinand-Porsche-Ring D-63110, Rodgau, Germany International +49 (0) 69 460 99 809 lyght-living.com info@lyght-living.com

In-Lease 2 rue d’Arlon L-8399, Windhof 49 83 89 www.in-lease.com info@in-lease.com In-Lease - the furniture rental company In-Lease H3

REMOVALS Daleiden 18 rue Daniel Grün L–5315, Luxembourg 26 19 68 67 / 73 www.daleiden.lu info@daleiden.lu I5

Streff 138 route d'Arlon L-8008, Strassen 31 09 21 www.streff.lu service@streff.lu Streff Streff H4

TEMPORARY FURNISHED ACCOMMO­ DATION Airbnb International www.airbnb.com Airbnb Airbnb

Apart2Stay 12-14 rue de Reims L-2417, Luxembourg apart2stay.hotels-in-luxembourg.com G12

Cab Ap’Art 29 rue Philippe II L-2340, Luxembourg 621 672 679 www.cabaparts.eu cabaparts@gmail.com F12

Couchsurfing Short-term sofa accommodation for visitors or new arrivals.

International www.couchsurfing.com Couch Surfing

Key Inn Apart-Hotels 42 rue Albert 1er L-1117, Luxembourg 27 61 61 1 www.key-inn.com contact@key-inn.com F10

Luxembourg Youth Hostels 2 rue du Fort Olisy L-2261, Luxembourg 26 27 66 200 www.youthhostels.lu info@youthhostels.lu Youth Hostels Luxembourg NPO E13

Vistay Apartments 37-39 rue de Beggen L-1221, Luxembourg 691 904 904 www.vistay.lu info@vistay.lu B12

FLAT & HOUSE SHARING Appartager Luxembourg www.appartager.lu

Furnished.lu by Altea 149 rue de Hollerich L-1741, Luxembourg 20 60 80 www.furnished.lu info@altea.lu Colocation Luxembourg furnished_luxembourg H10

LuxFriends Luxembourg 26 47 84 47 www.luxfriends.eu info@luxfriends.eu LuxFriends

Vauban & Fort 12 route d’Esch L-1470, Luxembourg 691 455 551 www.vaubanfort.lu info@vaubanfort.lu Vauban&Fort - Coliving / RENT A ROOM Luxembourg Vauban&Fort Coliving vaubanfort_coliving F11

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Just Landed

Orange Luxembourg

www.justlanded.com info@justlanded.com Just Landed Just Landed

Katluxe Organizers

INTEGRATION ASSOCIATION

8 rue des Mérovingiens L-8070, Bertrange 800 61 606 www.orange.lu clients@orangeluxembourg.lu Orange Orange Luxembourg orange_luxembourg H4

154A rue de Trèves L-2630, Luxembourg 621 454 756 www.katluxe.lu hello@katluxe.lu katluxe_organizers E14

Less 7 rue de la Forêt L-1534, Luxembourg 691 244 423 www.less.lu nicole@less.lu Less.lu less.luxembourg H10

PRACTICAL INFORMA­ TION FOR NEWCOMERS Angloinfo www.angloinfo.com Angloinfo Angloinfo

Welcome and integration contract (CAI) Citizenship training, orientation day and free language classes.

Luxembourg 24 78 57 85 forum-cai.lu cai@integration.etat.lu

National Reception Office Public agency for reception and integration affairs.

5 rue Carlo Hemmer L-1734, Luxembourg 24 78 57 00 www.ona.gouvernement.lu info@ona.public.lu Gouvernement luxembourgeois B16

Just Arrived 4 rue Pierre de Coubertin L-1358, Luxembourg 691 307 043 www.justarrived.lu contact@justarrived.lu Just Arrived Luxembourg Just Arrived SàRL F13

Luxembourg Accueil Information 10 Bisserwee L-1238, Grund 24 17 17 www.luxembourgaccueil.lu lai@pt.lu Luxembourg Accueil Information luxembourgaccueil F12

NATIONAL LIBRARY Bibliothèque nationale du Luxembourg 37D avenue John F. Kennedy L-1855, Luxembourg 26 55 91 00 www.bnl.public.lu info@bnl.etat.lu Bibliothèque nationale du Luxembourg bnluxembourg B12

Post Luxembourg 1 rue Emile Bian L-2999, Luxembourg 80 02 80 04 www.post.lu contact.telecom@post.lu Post Luxembourg Post Luxembourg post_luxembourg J10

Tango Luxembourg 2 rue Jean Origer L-2269, Luxembourg 80 07 77 77 www.tango.lu Tango tangoluxembourg G12

SOCIAL SECURITY Caisse Nationale de Santé The National Health Fund is the main private sector health insurer.

PHONE/ INTERNET OPERATORS

125 route d’Esch L-1471, Luxembourg 27 57 1 www.cns.public.lu cns@secu.lu Caisse nationale de santé - CNS Caisse nationale de santé H10

Eltrona

Caisse pour l’Avenir des Enfants

4-8 rue de l’Aciérie L-1112, Hollerich 499 466 888 eltrona.lu G11

Luxembourg Online 3 avenue de la Porte-Neuve L-2227, Luxembourg 27 99 00 00 www.internet.lu commercial@internet.lu Luxembourg Online LUXEMBOURG ONLINE S.A. luxembourg.online E12

The national fund for family allowances is responsible for the payment and management of family benefits.

6 boulevard Royal L-2449, Luxembourg 47 71 53 1 www.cae.public.lu E11

Centre Commun de la Sécurité Sociale 125 route d’Esch L-1471, Luxembourg 40 14 11 www.ccss.lu ccss@secu.lu H10

Contrôle Médical de la Sécurité Sociale 125 route d’Esch L-1471, Luxembourg 26 19 13 1 www.mss.public.lu Gouvernement luxembourgeois H10

Inspection Générale de la Sécurité Sociale 26 rue Sainte-Zithe L-2763, Luxembourg 24 78 63 83 www.mss.public.lu igss@igss.etat.lu Gouvernement luxembourgeois G10

TOP­UP HEALTH INSURANCE Caisse MédicoComplémentaire Mutualiste Umbrella group of mutual health insurers that provide supplementary coverage and services.

32-34 rue de Hollerich L-1740, Luxembourg 49 94 45 1 www.cmcm.lu prestations@cmcm.lu CMCM CMCM - Caisse Médico-Complémentaire Mutualiste cmcm_lu G11

MINISTRY OF HEALTH Ministère de la Santé Allée Marconi - Villa Louvigny L-2120, Luxembourg 24 78 55 00 sante.public.lu Ministère de la Santé Luxembourg Ministère de la Santé Luxembourg sante.lu F10

UTILITIES Creos L-2084 Luxembourg 26 24 1 www.creos-net.lu info@creos.net Creos Luxembourg Creos Luxembourg creosluxembourg

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6 Jos Seylerstrooss L-8522, Beckerich 26 47 47 www.eida.lu info@eida.lu Eida G2

4 sq. Général Patton L-8443, Steinfort 27 62 07 40 0 www.steinergy.lu mail@steinergy.lu Enovos Enovos Luxembourg H2

Electris 25 rue Grande-Duchesse Charlotte L-7501, Mersch 32 00 72 33 www.electris.lu info@electris.lu Electris Electris Luxembourg F4

Enovos

Sudenergie 150 rue Jean-Pierre Michels L-4243, Esch-sur-Alzette 55 66 55 1 www.sudgaz.lu info@sudenergie.lu SUDenergie Sudenergie SA sudenergie J3

USEFUL WEBSITES

BGL BNP Paribas

Editus.lu

ING

Directory of professional and private contacts in Luxembourg.

208 rue de Noertzange L-3670, Kayl 49 60 51 1 www.editus.lu info@editus.lu Editus Editus Luxembourg J3

Guichet.lu

Sudstroum

Portal with section dedicated to administrative steps for citizens.

11 rue de Luxembourg L-4220, Esch-sur-Alzette 26 78 37 87 68 6 www.sudstroum.lu backoffice@sudstroum.lu Sudstroum J3

11 rue Notre-Dame L- 2240, Luxembourg 24 78 20 00 www.guichet.public.lu de Guichet Guichet.lu F12

CONSUMER RIGHTS

TRANSLATION SERVICES

338 rue de Rollingergrund L-2442, Limpertsberg 47 96 28 83 www.vdl.lu eaux@vdl.lu Ville de Luxembourg Ville de Luxembourg villedeluxembourg C10

Checkmynet

Directory of sworn translators and interpreters

Luxembourg Energy Office

Assistance in cross-border disputes.

2 Domaine du Schlassgoard L-4327, Esch-sur-Alzette 27 37 60 00 www.enovos.lu serviceline@enovos.eu Enovos Enovos Luxembourg J3

Home heating fuel Luxembourg Search for “Mazout” on www.editus.lu

Luxembourg City Water Service

9 boulevard Roosevelt L-2450, Luxembourg 26 39 48 48 www.leoenergy.lu serviceline@leoenergy.lu Enovos Enovos Luxembourg F12

Nordenergie place de l’Hôtel de Ville L-9002, Ettelbruck 27 62 32 80 www.nordenergie.lu mail@nordenergie.lu Enovos Enovos Luxembourg E4

Sebes 20 Um Quatre Vents L-9150, Eschdorf 83 95 91 1 www.sebes.lu E2

Check if your internet access is as good as your provider says it is. checkmynet.lu

European Consumer Centre Luxembourg 271 route d’Arlon L-1150, Luxembourg 26 84 64 1 cecluxembourg.lu info@cecluxembourg.lu CEC Luxembourg CEC Luxembourg GIE cecluxembourg E9

Ombudsman Mediator for complaints against state bodies.

36 rue du Marché-aux-Herbes L-1728, Luxembourg 26 27 01 01 www.ombudsman.lu info@ombudsman.lu F12

Union Luxembourgeoise des Consommateurs Consumer protection union.

55 rue des Bruyères L-1274, Howald 49 60 22 1 www.ulc.lu ULC nouvelle asbl I4

42 42 20 00 www.bgl.lu BGL BNP Paribas BGL BNP Paribas bglbnpparibas

44 99 1 www.ing.lu ING Luxembourg ING Luxembourg ingluxembourg

Post Luxembourg 80 02 80 04 www.post.lu POST Luxembourg POST Luxembourg post_luxembourg

Raiffeisen 24 50 20 00 www.raiffeisen.lu Banque Raiffeisen Banque Raiffeisen raiffeisen.lu

Spuerkeess (state savings bank) 40 15 1 www.bcee.lu Spuerkeess Spuerkeess

INSURANCE

www.mj.gouvernement.lu

Allianz

Eurotraduc Luxembourg

14 boulevard Roosevelt L-2450, Luxembourg 47 23 46 1 www.allianz.lu F12

86 rue de Luxembourg L-4221, Esch-sur-Alzette 47 46 76 www.eurotraduc.lu info@eurotraduc.lu J3

Traducta 30 boulevard Grande-Duchesse Charlotte L-1330, Luxembourg 45 31 53 www.traducta.lu info@traducta.lu F11

BANKING Banque Internationale à Luxembourg 45 90 50 00 www.bil.com Banque Internationale à Luxembourg - BIL Banque Internationale à Luxembourg (BIL)

Axa 1 place de l’Étoile L-1479, Luxembourg 44 24 24 1 www.axa.lu client@axa.lu AXA Assurances Luxembourg axa_luxembourg E11

Bâloise Assurances Luxembourg 23 rue du Puits Romain L-8070, Bertrange 290 190 777 www.baloise.lu info@baloise.lu Bâloise Assurances Luxembourg Bâloise Assurances Luxembourg baloiseluxembourg H4

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DKV Luxembourg

Guichet.lu

11-13 rue Jean Fischbach L-3372, Leudelange 42 64 64 1 www.dkv.lu info@dkv.lu DKV Luxembourg dkv_lux I4

Request a disabled parking permit, residence parking permit or pay road tax.

Lalux Assurances 9 rue Jean Fischbach L-3372, Leudelange 47 61 1 www.lalux.lu groupeLL@lalux.lu LALUX Assurances LALUX Assurances I4

Foyer 12 rue Léon Laval L-3372, Leudelange 43 74 37 www.foyer.lu Foyer Assurances Foyer Group foyer.assurances I4

DRIVING Automobile Club Luxembourg Breakdown cover, vehicle check prior to roadworthiness test, vehicle and accessories rental, travel planning and purchasing vignettes.

54 route de Longwy L-8080, Bertrange 45 00 45 1 www.acl.lu acl@acl.lu ACL - Automobile Club du Luxembourg ACL Automobile Club du Luxembourg autoclub_lux H4

Customs and Excise Agency 22 rue de Bitbourg L-1273, Luxembourg 28 18 28 18 douanes.public.lu douanes@do.etat.lu E16

Dekra Roadworthiness tests for vehicles.

4 rue du Puits Romain L-8070, Bertrange 27 40 07 91 dekra-automotive.lu H4

11 rue Notre-Dame L-2240, Luxembourg 24 78 20 00 www.guichet.lu de Guichet Guichet.lu F12

Luxembourg department of transport 4 place de l’Europe L-1499, Luxembourg-Kirchberg Luxembourg 24 78 44 00 transports.public.lu info@mt.public.lu MMTP: Ministère de la Mobilité et des Travaux publics D13

Route Information Luxembourg Information on parking spaces, motorway traffic and police speed controls.

VEHICLE LEASING

CARPOOLING BlaBlaCar

ALD Automotive 270 route d’Arlon L-8010, Strassen 31 05 36 1 www.aldautomotive.lu lu.contact@aldautomotive.com ALD Automotive Luxembourg ALD Automotive Luxembourg H4

Arval 2 rue Nicolas Bové L-1253, Luxembourg 44 91 80 1 www.arval.lu Arval Luxembourg Arval BNP Paribas Group G9

Easy Lease

www.blablacar.com BlaBlaCar blablacarfr

CoPilote www.copilote.lu contact@klaxit.com MDDI: Ministère du Développement durable et des Infrastructures

Ride2Go 54 route de Longwy L-8080, Bertrange 45 00 45 1 www.acl.lu/ride2go acl@acl.lu ACL - Automobile Club du Luxembourg ACL Automobile Club du Luxembourg autoclub_lux H3

68 avenue de la Liberté L-1930, Luxembourg 27 12 66 33 www.easylease.lu contact@easylease.lu F12

RECYCLING

Registration of foreign vehicles and driving licences.

KBC Autolease

11 rue de Luxembourg L-5230, Sandweiler 26 62 64 00 snca.public.lu info@snca.lu H5

89B rue Pafebruch L-8308, Capellen 31 01 03 1 www.kbclease.lu luxembourg@kbcautolease.lu H3

A label tasked by the Luxembourg state in the field of resource management.

It teaches waste prevention and also develops action plans for the reuse, recycling and any other recovery (e.g., energy recovery) and disposal of waste.

Société Nationale de Contrôle Technique

LeasePlan

auto.luxweb.lu

Société Nationale de Circulation Automobile

Roadworthiness tests for vehicles.

11 rue de Luxembourg L-5230, Sandweiler 26 15 62 50 0 www.snct.lu info@snct.lu SNCT SNCT H5

7 rue Nicolas Brosius L-3372, Leudelange 40 44 11 1 www.leaseplan.com LeasePlan LeasePlan

VEHICLE RENTAL

Chargy Network of electric vehicle charging stations. Phone number for technical problems.

80 06 20 20 www.chargy.lu info@chargy.lu Chargy

Ville de Luxembourg Comprehensive list of car parks in Luxembourg City and application for residence parking permit. www.vdl.lu Ville de Luxembourg Ville de Luxembourg villedeluxembourg

Carloh Lease a car for a few hours from Luxembourg City.

61 rue de Bouillon L-1248, Luxembourg 20 60 20 01 www.carloh.lu info@carloh.lu Carloh CARLOH | Carsharing Luxembourg SA G10

Flex Carsharing Lease a car for a few hours from CFL train stations.

28 83 38 82 www.flex.lu support@flex.lu Flex Carsharing Flex Carsharing flexcarsharing

SuperDrecksKëscht

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Covering your bases It’s always good to know where to look for help and information before you need it. Figuring out the important details before you’re stuck will make the transition to a more comfortable everyday life smoother.

Once all the boxes have been unpacked and heated debates about which shelves to assemble first have settled, you may find that there are still many aspects to consider before you feel truly at home.

Between finding the right shop to get organic extra virgin oil and picking a dentist who does your dental scaling just the way you like it, the list of things to figure out can quickly add up. Then there is, of course, the difficulty of living in a country where there are three national languages.

That’s why it’s good to take a step back and jot down your priorities. Is it getting from point A to point B quickly? Is it find-

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ing low-waste, local shops? Is it understanding how to read a doctor’s invoice?

When I first moved back to Luxembourg after a 12-year-long exodus, I felt like I knew nothing. Over time, thanks to coworkers and friends, the picture became clearer, though I had to make some major adjustments to my ways.

Mobility, for instance, is different in the grand duchy from what can be found in other countries in that it has been free of charge since February 2020. In 2022, the mobility ministry also published a national mobility plan that runs until 2035, aiming to push greener multimodal travelling in the country. Not having to worry about which ticket to purchase certainly helps adopting this. A mobility expert in this section will share his best tips on how to navigate public transport most efficiently.

Then there’s finding the right healthcare providers and understanding how to make the most of Luxembourg’s health insurances. Online website Doctena is useful for finding a GP, and the National Health Fund covers many expenses, but there are always details to look out for.

Add to this choosing to pick up a national language or not. In its 2018 study, the government counted that about 80% of the population speaks English, but adding French, German or Luxembourgish to your toolbox can give you access to new options and experiences, including social opportunities.

For those who don’t want to take classes to make friends, there will be other ways to meet people outside of work, like interest-based Facebook groups or community gardening.

Ultimately, though, it’s important to remember that it’s never too late to recalibrate your preferences once you get to know the country better. Maybe you’ll discover your favourite greengrocer in two months, or maybe it hasn’t even opened yet! In the meantime, take advantage of this guide’s listings of useful addresses and pro tips to help you navigate your new life in Luxembourg.

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“It’s a nice framework for socialising” Navigating a country with three official languages can be confusing, but learning them can be a benefit, explains Erik Goerens, director of the education ministry’s department of adult education.

Luxembourg has three official languages, but according to the government, 80% of residents speak English. Could you just speak English and get by in Luxembourg?

I think that the languages you need really depend on your sector. Some sectors, like banking, [use] mainly English. There you’d probably get by without French or Luxembourgish. But for jobs in the service industry, it’s not really possible to work without French and Luxembourgish.

Is there a benefit to picking up the national languages for private usage?

That depends on how much you want to integrate into society here. Of course, if you want to get more closely involved in the local culture, sooner or later you’ll have to learn Luxembourgish to understand what everyone says and to express yourself verbally.

What resources are there for a newcomer who doesn’t know where to start?

What language you pick is a personal decision that can be taken due to professional constraints. We [at the service] can help guide newcomers, but their employer will usually tell them what they would like them to learn. And then, in terms of private life, it depends on where you want to go. I mean, that’s what’s so fun about Luxembourg: you always have the opportunity to speak several languages or a selection of languages with people. But it remains a personal decision.

How do you help newcomers select the right course for their needs?

One option is to come to the Maison de l’Orientation in Luxembourg City.

Anyone can visit the place. It used to be just for young people, but now there is also a counter for adults, where they can receive advice depending on what needs and experience they [have]. We then give them advice and then show them what the best options are for them.

For Erik Goerens, deciding which national language to learn depends on your sector

What would you tell someone to motivate them to join an adult language course?

Well, there is the pedagogical aspect, but then you also have additional effects of being around like-minded people who are also working to learn that language. That helps to motivate. We’ve also noticed in our classes that often people also come to meet new people. It’s a nice framework for socialising, the conversations are different from those at work. Many people enjoy that.

Your slogan is ‘It’s never too late to learn’. Where does the challenge lie for an adult who has to study again?

For many people, when they learn a language, it’s difficult to express themselves. If you find a framework where you’re forced to speak the language, you’re learning because it’s not possible to navigate the framework otherwise--then you’ll learn. In Luxembourg, we tend to switch to the language of the other person if they are having trouble expressing themselves in Luxembourgish. That’s maybe one of the difficult points.

Are there any other things you would recommend to those who just arrived in the grand duchy?

Yes, there is the Université Populaire, which offers many language courses, but also courses about the Luxembourgish culture and other things, like cooking, sewing… This is also great for expats or for accompanying spouses. Often, when an expat couple moves to Luxembourg, one of them has a job, and the other one doesn’t.

So, if they want to look for a job, they can see if they can have their diploma validated through these courses. It can also be a good contact point with the outside world if they are a stay-at-home parent.

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retailers, “especially the independent ones”, by helping them get established and advertising them to potential customers.

The city relies on another method to further promote the local economy: pop-up stores. The municipality has for the past years rented out unused retail spaces to businesses at a reduced price compared to current market prices. This, says Darin-Jaulin, “allows entrepreneurs to test their new business.”

A good entry point into discovering the commercial landscape is to either go on a walk around town or simply head to the Cityshopping Info Point on place d’Armes for a rundown on shops, restaurants and other services.

www.cityshopping.lu

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“ I am a huge fan of community gardens, as they are a great way to get to know people in your local community”

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Understand invoice codes Medical bills in Luxembourg feature codes, which you can look up on the national health fund (CNS) website. The search tool on the site allows you to find the standard tariff of a code, and which ones are or are not reimbursed by the CNS. Some additional costs are not covered, but the insured patient will have given their consent to bear the cost ahead of receiving treatment.

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Mind the traps When a patient asks for a single room in hospital, it isn’t covered by the CNS, unless it was necessary for medical reasons.

The patient has to be careful and make sure they can afford this so-called first-class room, as there is a surcharge of 66% for any medical act performed by a health professional during the stay. Complementary insurances sometimes cover this service. www.patientevertriedung.lu

Romain Gamba, Matic Zorman

Luxembourg’s shopping scene is as varied as its multicultural population, and it continues to expand. Between the capital’s centre, where shoppers come across international brands, and the more residential areas that see local entrepreneurs open shops, there is something for every taste. As Darin-Jaulin puts it: “The commercial offer is modelled on the needs of the users of the districts, whether they are residential, business or tourists.”

Small international supermarkets therefore have found their place in the city--sometimes hidden away in galleries--offering ingredients not easily found in mainstream shops.

Despite the pandemic and other variables causing some shops to close, “we have a dynamic of new arrivals who have had the opportunity to find premises and set up,” Darin-Jaulin says. The trade union supports

In Luxembourg, most people have a family GP they normally visit, who follows their health development over a longer period of time. GPs can refer you to a specialist if needed. You can also add them to your hospital file, and they will get all the reports from your hospital stays.

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There is a lot of excitement in discovering unique local shops.

Director of the Luxembourg City trade union Anne Darin-Jaulin shares what is done to offer diversity to customers.

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The first government advisor for the mobility ministry gives advice on travelling within Luxembourg, where public transport is free.

Cooperative on.perfekt targets food waste at the source.

Business development manager Estelle Flammang reveals more about the initiative.

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Through that knowledge, people should be able to identify their own standards and norms for their food,” says Flammang.

The co-op offers them a way into more mindful consumption.

On.perfekt’s other mission is to support agricultural producers and food retailers.

“Our suppliers are also our beneficiaries,” says Flammang. “The collaboration not only allows them to reintroduce their food surplus but also diminish their costs of disposing these food products.” It thereby generates additional revenue for locals.

Thanks to a crowdfunding initiative, the co-op was able to sign the lease for a shop in Marnach. It is set to open in summer 2022.

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Train cancelled?

Don’t panic!

Some train services are cancelled months in advance (for infrastructure maintenance, for example). In this case, users will be notified ahead of time on the CFL’s website and substitute buses will be organised.

For spontaneous cancellations, visit the mobility apps mentioned above for alternatives.

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For cyclists and scooter users All trains, buses and trams take a limited number of bicycles or kick scooters on board for free if the space allocated for those isn’t taken up by travellers.

For example, a mostly empty bus can easily accommodate one bicycle on board unless that space is used by a wheelchair, a trolley or scooters. Most trains have a bike compartment, but this is more practical for sightseeing than commuting.

Romain Gamba, mobility ministry

There is no shortage of initiatives to promote local food production and consumption in Luxembourg. On.perfekt, for instance, which was established as a non-profit in 2020 and has since become a co-op, works with food suppliers to give fresh produce a second chance. After all, with strict rules governing mainstream supermarket foods--in terms of size, look and weight of fruit and vegetables-and 40% of items being disposed of after the harvest, the waste adds up.

The social enterprise and its 60 active members collaborate with other initiatives like Geméiswierk, a local organic vegetable farm, and Ouni, a zero-waste store, to challenge current food systems. “It’s about rebuilding the connection to our food production.

Download mobility apps To plan multimodal trips or commutes within the country, Mobiliteit.lu is a must. The free app shows anticipated delays in real time, as well as any footpaths you’ll come across. The national railway company CFL’s mobile app has similar features, while CFL International is useful for planning international trips and purchasing tickets.

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SUPERMARKETS

ORGANIC AND NATURAL PRODUCTS

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Hello Fresh Recipe based grocery packages. www.hellofresh.lu

Le Chat Biotté Organic produce baskets.

Aldo Bei & Fils

Aldi

Italian specialties.

German discount chain with several locations in Luxembourg.

Alter Coop

www.aldi.lu

www.altercoop.lu

Alima

Biobuttek Wilhelm

www.lespaniersdesandrine.lu

Local supermarket chain with 4 locations.

Biobuttek Wilhelm

HOME FURNISHINGS & DÉCOR

www.aldobei.lu

Asia Market Products from Asian countries.

Asia Market

Au Gourmet Grec Greek delicacies.

www.alima.lu

Auchan

www.augourmetgrec.com

8 locations, including online shopping pickup points.

Enoteca Italiana

www.auchan.lu

Authentic Italian produce.

Cactus

Enoteca Italiana www.enotecaitaliana.lu

Home from Home Products from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK and US. Home from Home Luxembourg

La Bacanie Products from Romania.

La Bacanie

La Rioja Spanish food & wine. www.larioja.lu

Lakri-Lux Sweets shop carries Finnish & Icelandic liquorice and Swedish chocolates. www.lakri-lux.eu

Luxcaddy.lu Click on “Britannia shop”. www.luxcaddy.lu

Poissonnerie Arctic Fishmongers feature fresh Icelandic fish. www.poissonneriearctic.lu

Scan Shop Scandinavian specialties. www.scanshop.lu

Tandoori Market Big selection of Indian products; delivers.

Tandoori Market

Vicente & Fils Spanish staples. www.vinosvicente.lu

Vinoteca Wine from 30 countries. www.vinoteca.lu

Largest (and locally owned) chain: 26 stores. www.cactus.lu

www.lechatbiotte.lu

Alavita Organic market with 3 locations. www.alavita.lu

Naturata Organic market with 14 locations. www.naturata.lu

Nature Elements Organic and sustainable grocery store.

Carrefour

www.naturelements.lu

Small markets with 4 locations.

Niessen organic butchers

www.carrefour.be

Les Paniers de Sandrine Farm fresh produce.

Abitare Living www.abitare-living.lu

Art Rooms Collective studio space for several artists and craftsmen.

ARTROOMS www.bencarter.lu

Colruyt

www.niessen.lu

Bonn Mobilier

4 locations.

Terra

www.bonn.lu

Coop for locally-grown organic produce.

Brakonier

www.colruyt.lu

Cora

www.terra-coop.lu

Two very large locations at the City Concorde shopping centre and in Foetz.

Ouni

www.nbr.lu

Cora Concorde or Cora Foetz

Packaging free shop in Luxembourg City and Dudelange.

Carrerouge

Delhaize

OUNI www.ouni.lu

www.carrerouge.lu

PRODUCE AND MEAL DELIVERY

www.conforama.lu

Several supermarkets and mini-markets. www.delhaize.lu

Lidl 11 locations. www.lidl.lu

Massen Open on Sundays. www.massen.lu

Match 6 locations. www.supermarche-match.lu

Monoprix 4 locations.

Biobus Organic produce delivery. www.biobus.de

Bofrost Home delivery frozen goods store. www.bofrost.lu

Custom-built interiors and furniture.

Conforama Hema www.hema.lu

Ikea The nearest Ikea stores are in Arlon, Belgium (25km from Luxembourg City), Metz, France (58km) and Saarlouis, Germany (80km). www.ikea.com

Kichechef Country's largest home furnishing store.

69 Parc d’Activités Mamer-Capellen L-8308 Capellen www.kichechef.lu H3

Monoprix Luxembourg

Co-labor

Pall Center

Locally grown fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers.

Lucien Schweizter

5 locations.

www.co-labor.lu

www.pallcenter.lu

Happ

16A avenue de la Liberté L-1930 Luxembourg www.lucienschweitzer.lu F11

Provencale Wholesale grocery store with drive in collection options. www.provencale.lu

Organic & seasonal food packages. www.happ.lu

Maisons du Monde www.maisonsdumonde.com

Banque et Caisse d’Epargne de l’Etat, Luxembourg, établissement public autonome 1, Place de Metz, L-1930 Luxembourg, R.C.S. Luxembourg B30775

SPUERKEESS.LU/check

Digital account opening. Free of charge.

Current account, cards & online banking.

Min. 6 months free of charge, for all new customers.

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Miwwelhaus Koeune

Leon Streffes

CMCM

Centre Médical Merl

www.koeune.eu

www.leonsteffes.lu

Top-up health insurance provider.

189 route de Longwy L-1941 Luxembourg 26 02 86 1 www.centremedicalmerl.lu F9

Möbel Martin

Leroy Merlin

The German chain has nearby locations in Ensdorf, Konz, Saarbrücken and Zweibrücken.

www.leroymerlin.fr

www.moebel-martin.de

Mobilier Jardin www.mobilierjardin.lu

Nei Aarbecht

Maroldt

Caisse Générale de Prévoyance

www.maroldt.lu

Mutual top-up health insurer.

HOUSEHOLD SERVICES

Secondhand furniture & décor.

47 45 93 www.cgp-mutuelle.lu

DKV Private supplementary health insurance. www.dkv.lu

Nei Aarbecht Shop

Okkasiouns buttik

49 94 45 1 www.cmcm.lu

Adomus

Luxembourg Air Rescue

www.adomus.lu

Emergency medical air rescue and repatriation services.

Okkasiounsbuttik

Appilux

Peinture Phillipps

Cleaning and maintenance services.

info@lar.lu www.lar.lu Luxembourg Air Rescue A.s.b.l.

Upcycled furniture.

7 rue de Godbrange L-6118 Junglinster www.phillipps.lu G5

Reed & Simon Locations in Betrange and Luxembourg-Hamm. www.reedandsimon.com

Troc Secondhand furniture & décor. www.troc.com

Welt Buttek 7 shops selling fair trade gifts and fashion. www.weltbutteker.lu

DIY/HOME IMPROVEMENT

www.appilux.lu

Batmaid Cleaning services. www.batmaid.lu

Extra Time Housekeeping and handyman services. www.extratime.lu

Fairy Cleaning Services www.fairycleaningservices.lu

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Immaculate Cleaning Services Luxembourg House cleaning services. www.immaculatecleaningservices luxembourg.lu

Privilege Services www.privilege-services.lu

www.bati-c.com

Spic and Span

Batiself

www.spicandspan.lu

www.batiself.lu

Wedo.lu

Bauhaus

www.wedo.lu

www.bauhaus.lu

INSURANCE

www.brico.be

www.gardencenter.lu

Globus Baumarkt www.globus-baumarkt.de

Hornbach www.hornbach.lu

Online appointment service.

www.homeluxy.com

Batic C

Gardencenter+

Doctena

Homeluxy

Recuitment agency for household staff, cleaning services and personal assistants.

Brico Plan-it

BOOK A DOCTOR’S APPOINTMENTS

National Health Fund (Caisse Nationale de Santé) Most expats will be covered by this public health insurer and will be enrolled via employers.

125 route d’Esch L-1471 Luxembourg 27 57 1 cns.public.lu H11

Medical Board (Collège médical) A list of all licensed physicians are listed on its website, in French, under the rubrique “Prof. Inscrits”. www.collegemedical.lu

PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS Centre Médical Luxembourg 30 rue Frantz Seimetz L-2531 Luxembourg 27 85 28 1 www.cmilux.lu D11

Centre Médical Mercure 41 avenue de la Gare L-1611 Luxembourg 28 37 27 1 G12

Dr Serge Delvigne 3 beim Schlass L-8055 Bertrange 31 16 53 delvigne.serge@pt.lu H4

Dr Nathalie Smets 3 beim Schlass L-8058 Bertrange 27 39 29 nathsmets@yahoo.fr H4

AFTERHOURS DOCTORS Maison Médicale Centre 23 val Fleuri L-1526 Luxembourg 20 333 111 D9

Maison Médicale Esch 3-5 avenue du Swing L-4361 Esch-sur-Alzette 20 333 111 J3

Maison Médicale Ettelbruck 110 avenue Lucien Salentiny L-9080 Ettelbruck 20 333 111 E4

ACCIDENT & EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg 4 rue Ernest Barblé L-1210 Luxembourg 44 11 11 www.chl.lu H4

Centre Hospitalier du Nord 120 avenue Salentiny L-9080 Ettelbruck 81 66 1 www.chdn.lu E4

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Centre Hospitalier Emile Mayrisch Rue Emile Mayrisch L-4240 Esch-Alzette 57 11 1 www.chem.lu J3

Hôpital Kirchberg 9 rue Edward Steichen L-2540 Luxembourg 24 68 55 55 www.hopitauxschuman.lu B16

PAEDIATRIC CARE Children’s Hospital (Kannerklinik) A&E and drop-in urgent care.

4 rue Ernest Barblé L-1210 Luxembourg 44 11 31 33 kannerklinik.chl.lu H4

Clinique Bohler’s Paediatric Polyclinic Drop-in urgent care.

5 rue Edward Steichen L-2540 Luxembourg 24 68 65 20 www.hopitauxschuman.lu B16

Centre de pédiatrie du Val-Ste-Croix Primary care physicians.

4 allée Léopold Goebel L-1635 Luxembourg secretariat@centredepediatrie.lu www.centredepediatrie.lu E10

GENERAL HOSPITALS CHDN Wiltz 10 rue Grande-Duchesse Charlotte L-9515 Wiltz 81 66 1 www.chdn.lu D3

Hôpital Intercommunal de Steinfort 1 rue de l’Hôpital L-8423 Steinfort 39 94 91 1 www.his.lu H3

Zitha Klinik 20-30 rue d'Anvers L-1130 Luxembourg 28 88 1 www.zithaklinik.lu G12

MATERNITY HOSPITALS Clinique Bohler Pregnancy care, child birth and emergencies.

5 rue Edward Steichen L-2540 Luxembourg 26 33 39 11 0 www.hopitauxschuman.lu B16

Maternité GrandeDuchesse Charlotte Pregnancy care, child birth and emergencies.

2 rue Pierre Federspiel L-1512 Luxembourg 44 11 11 www.maternite.chl.lu H4

PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL Centre Hospitalier Neuro-Psychiatrique 17 avenue des Alliés L-9012 Ettelbruck 26 82 1 www.chnp.lu E4

FAMILY PLANNING CENTRES Planning Familial Family planning and sexual health services at clinics in Luxembourg, EschBelval and Ettelbruck. www.planningfamilial.lu

DENTAL EMERGENCIES Centre Hospitalier du Luxembourg Emergency dentist on duty Saturday 2pm-6pm and Sunday 10am-6pm.

4 rue Ernest Barblé L-1210 Luxembourg 44 11 31 33 www.chl.lu H4

Centre Medico Dentaire Bertrange Takes emergency dental appointments Monday through Saturday.

61 route de Longwy L-8080 Bertrange 27 75 05 50 www.centremedicodentairebertrange.lu H4

Dental Center Esch Open 7 days a week. Takes emergency appointments.

11 rue Helen Buchholtz L-4048 Esch-Alzette 28 80 45 55 www.centredentaireluxembourg.lu J3

Dental Center Luxembourg Strassen Open 7 days a week. Takes emergency appointments.

132 route d’Arlon L-8008 Strassen 27 39 71 42 www.centredentaireluxembourg.lu H4

BOOK DENTAL CARE ONLINE Doctena Book an appointment with a dentist. en.doctena.lu

DENTISTS Integra Medical Group 2-2A rue Joseph Leydenbach L-1947 Luxembourg 20 21 10 70 Integra Medical Group C16

Centre médico-Dentaire Luxembourg 7A rue de Bonnevoie L-1260 Luxembourg 49 57 99 Centre médico-Dentaire Luxembourg G12

Centre Médico-Dentaire Porte-Neuve 17 rue des Bains L-1212 Luxembourg 46 20 20 www.cmdpn.lu E12

Dr Jean-Philippe Becker 37 boulevard Pierre Dupong L-1430 Luxembourg 26 68 11 30 0 info@orthodontiste.lu G10

Dr Hans Henrik Mortensen 20 avenue Guillaume L-1650 Luxembourg 44 97 44 info@moridu.lu F10

VETERIN­­ ARIANS Emergency vet on duty www.lak.lu/fr/lak/emergency-contacts

SOS Vet 24/7 housecalls in the Centre, East and South districts.

27 510 112 www.sosvet.lu SOS VET

Vetolib Book a vet appointment online, in France near Luxembourg border. vetolib.fr

Wild animal care centre (Centre de soins pour la faune sauvage) 47 rue de la Forêt L-3471 Dudelange 26 51 39 90 Centre De Soins De La faune Dudelange J4

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Windscreen workshop

Roof racks

Trailer hitch services

Electrical services Car Wash

Mechanical maintenance and scheduled car service

Tyre workshop Fuel

T. 488 766-1 www.autocentergoedert.lu

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PUBLIC TRANSPORT Mobility Centre (Mobilitétszentral) Central information point for all public transport options in the grand duchy.

Central train station (Gare centrale) L-1616 Luxembourg www.mobiliteit.lu G12

Mobiregio Network of public transport providers across the Greater Region. www.mobiregio.net

Autobus de la ville de Luxembourg (AVL) The capital’s bus system. www.vdl.lu

Call-a-Bus The City of Luxembourg’s bookable shuttle service. Limited to locations in the capital, except for persons with reduced mobility.

47 96 47 97 www.vdl.lu

City Bus Local bus service in several communes. www.mobiliteit.lu

Luxembourg National Railway Company (CFL) www.cfl.lu

Luxtram Capital area’s tram system.

BICYCLE, BICYCLE, BICYCLE! Vel’oh The bike sharing scheme for Luxembourg City, Bertrange, Hesperange, Leudelange and Strassen.

www.ernster.com

FNAC www.fr.fnac.be/luxembourg

This chain of newsagents and tobacconist has varying supplies of English-language books, magazines and newspapers.

Bike sharing scheme for Esch-Alzette, Bettembourg, Differdange, Dudelange, Kayl, Sanem and Schifflange. www.velok.lu

Mamer Vélo www.mamer.lu/environnementmobilite/ mobilite/velo/

Rentabike Miselerland www.entente-moselle.lu

Rentabike Leisure bike rental in the north of Luxembourg. www.rentabike.lu

Cycle paths Shows country's network of cycle paths. www.pistescyclables.lu

TAXIS Colux 48 22 33 www.colux.lu

621 693 014 www.mytaxiluxembourg.lu

Bookable night time transport.

Ernster All English Bookstore

Vël’OK

My Taxi Luxembourg

Night Rider

80 02 55 00

www.arslibri.lu

K Kiosk

Night Bus

www.mobiliteit.lu

Poison control centre

Children’s books & educational toys.

www.veloh.lu

www.luxtram.lu

Late night service connecting several neighborhoods and communes with the city centre.

Ars Libri

Webtaxi 27 51 5 www.webtaxi.lu

Problem?

www.kkiosk.lu

Librairie Diderich www.diderich.lu

www.librairiedeslycees.lu

Librairie um Fieldgen www.libuf.lu

Little English Bookworm Pop-up children’s bookshop. www.littleenglishbookworm.com

URGENT SITUATIONS Police For non-emergency matters, telephone 244 244 244 or visit police.public.lu.

www.alinea.lu

Kanner Jugend Telefon Online and telephone counselling for children, teens and parents.

11 61 11 www.kjt.lu

Luxembourg Red Cross Services for “families in distress”. www.croix-rouge.lu/en/famillesen-detresse/

SOS Détresse Anonymous online and phone help.

45 45 45 www.454545.lu

Befrienders

RECYCLING

www.caritas.lu

Femmes en détresse Support for victims of domestic violence and single parent familes www.fed.lu

112

Medical emergencies 112

After hours pharmacy The on duty pharmacist is listed (in French) on this website. In case of emergency, telephone 112. www.pharmacie.lu/service-de-garde/

Alinéa

NEED TO SPEAK WITH SOMEONE?

Emergency accommodation, pyschological support, subsidised clothing and groceries.

For non-emergency matters, telephone 49 77 11 or email info@112.public.lu.

www.tice.lu

www.infocrise.lu

International www.befrienders.org

RGTR

Bus network in the South region.

“GouvAlert” publishes public safety alerts on its website and via Apple and Android apps.

Caritas

Fire and rescue brigade

ENGLISHLANGUAGE BOOKSHOPS & NEWSAGENTS

Emergency information

Helplines listed for countries other than Luxembourg.

24 77 44 44 reclamation@infotaxi.lu

TICE

112.public.lu

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File a complaint against a taxi driver or firm with the transport ministry.

www.mobiliteit.lu

Click on “Urgences et garde”. Listed in French.

Librairie des Lycées

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National bus network.

Other emergency telephone numbers

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The grand duchy has several themed playgrounds and parks, from the space-inspired Kaltreis Park in Bonnevoie to the recently reopened pirate ship in the Municipal Park

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A wealth of options What’s it like to be a parent in Luxembourg?

From public services to language cultures, the country--especially considering its size--brings a heck of a lot to the table.

Raising kids in a country where you didn’t grow up will inevitably bring concerns, trials or at the very least surprises--but Luxembourg presents a particularly unique place for it. The language question alone is disorienting: Luxembourg schoolchildren may (at a minimum) speak Luxembourgish at home, German in primary school and French in secondary school.

Straightforward enough for local trilingual parents, perhaps, but for outsiders… daunting. Beyond that, you have educational cultures, day-care norms and social activities bent into distinct shapes, which may all take some getting used to.

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Qualms aside, however, the country is a wonderful place to have and raise children. What is particularly striking for somebody who grew up in the US like me--though surely from an objective standpoint too--is the amount of support granted to parents. Timewise, mothers get three months’ leave from their employer after childbirth; fathers 10 days. Both parents may also get an extended period of paid leave, e.g., six months full-time or a year part-time.

Earlier this year, the 10-day paternity leave was extended to same-sex couples and self-employed workers, suggesting that achieving equality is of ongoing interest at legislative levels.

Moneywise, taxpayers can deduct up to €5,400 per year for childcare/assistance services, while childcare service vouchers (CSAs) enable children up to 12 to benefit from reduced rates at day-care centres, hostels or other venues that meet certain quality standards. In April 2022, Luxembourg furthermore became the first country in Europe to make music education free for kids (as well as theatre, dance, choir and diction classes).

Beyond all that, the country consistently ranks high in safety indices and, speaking anecdotally… is just really nice.

Playgrounds, swimming classes, ropes courses--it isn’t only that you have them, it’s that the one nearest to you is inevitably run to a high standard. Other countries are often marked by funding discrepancies that fall on geographical lines, such as a poor inner city and an affluent suburb, but in Luxembourg these divides aren’t felt very strongly. From city to village, you’ll find similar facilities.

And that extends to schools too, since the public system trains its teachers centrally. To circle back to languages, kids have even been known to master a couple of new ones after starting at public school (see our interview on page 50)--just another facet of life in the grand duchy.

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“Quick solutions might seem handy, but they are not” Certified personal trainer and fitness coach Sanna Peltonen has recently focused on women’s health and on pre- and postnatal programmes that allow women “to find their body back again”.

Why are you targeting new mothers and pregnant women?

I focus on women’s health generally, from the age of around 25 through to the prenatal phase, and then moving on to postnatal, and even beyond menopause. I want to break the myths around prenatal training and encourage women to remain active in a safe way. Activity in the prenatal phase helps keep up energy levels, works preventively for postural issues, has proven positive impact on the baby’s health, reduces the risk of gestational diabetes.

When we think of women who have just had a baby, it’s kind of hard to find the motivation and time. So I want to give them a coach who gives them flexibility, but also holds them accountable for what they’re supposed to be doing. It’s always personalised, particularly in the postnatal phase.

routines after a pregnancy... Postpartum is a long revalidation process, but once it is done correctly, your body will become stronger than before.

And how have attitudes to women’s health, particularly for postnatal phase, changed over the past few years?

The recommendations from the World Health Organization actually changed in 2020. It used to be that you had to wait for the green light from your doctor to kick off training for prenatal or postnatal. But now the recommendations are that you should just basically remain active unless you have any contradictory indicators.

You work with Luxembourg-based physiotherapist Caroline Bui. How did that come about?

I have known Caroline for quite some years, and I love the way she works. She is specialised in pelviperineology and has a true passion for her work. Our chemistries clicked immediately and when I initiated the program, she was immediately onboard. I also work with a nutritionist, Vesela Drews from Nourished Motherhood.

Luxembourg is good in the sense that you get your prescription from your gynaecologist to do postnatal rehab, which is already the step towards the right direction, and my programme comes straight after that.

For me, these three aspects, the fitness with the physiotherapy--which specialises in rebuilding the connection between the pelvic floor and core-and nutrition advice, are really the keys that any woman, in fact anybody, should pay attention to.

I mean, women who feel good in their body are also mentally more relaxed, they feel at ease.

What are the goals?

Women in the postnatal phase mainly want to lose weight, they want to find their body back again and feel how they felt before having a baby.

That’s why the programme is called B2Y--’back to you’. So I want to help them on that journey and really give them the tools that are safe.

The programme works as a hybrid model.

I meet the clients for an assessment and prepare their programme, which we kick off on my app.

They have continuous control from me, but the workouts are very feasible to fit it in their day.

After two weeks, we catch up on any possible questions and, each month, we meet and do the workouts together. I find it very important that there remains this human contact.

Are there some common misconceptions about mothers and mothers-to-be and what they can do?

There are quite a few actually. I mean, women often think that the only way to lose weight is to do very-high-intensity training, when it’s basically vice versa. I want to help break those myths, both in pre- and postnatal phases.

Quick solutions might seem handy, but they are not. You cannot return straight to your old fitness

Sanna Peltonen is a certified National Academy of Sports Medicine personal trainer

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3 QUESTIONS TO ARTHUR CARVAS

Arthur Carvas is the president of the Luxembourg Federation of Education and Childcare Services (Felsea).

Parents of children with high potential may find it challenging to maximise such potential or adapt to children’s needs. And for the youngsters themselves, not to mention their educators, it helps to have resources to navigate aspects such as getting advice or developing enrichment programmes.

One of nine specialised competence centres available through the education ministry, the CEJHP was founded in 2018 and is dedicated to such youngsters. The services the centre offers, according to Dura, are “highly individualised”.

The team consists of psychologists, teachers and psychomotor therapists, among others, who help provide individual or group support, training, pedagogical advice and more. “[It’s] at least as important to work with the child as it is to work with the whole

system… to implement ongoing strategies so maybe, at one moment, you can step back and you’re no longer needed, which is always an objective for specialists,” Dura explains. That’s why the centre works with teachers, since they spend a lot more time with children than an outsider would, as well as with the family.

Of course, anyone interested can approach or re-approach the centre as necessary, although the standard parental or guardian consent to work with the centre must be given.

Internationally, children considered to be “high potential” are generally recognised as those having an IQ of 130 or above, which the CEJHP can help specially diagnose.

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“ The European [school] model is so interesting… because it’s based on multilingualism”

How has Luxembourg’s childcare sector changed?

It has grown strongly over the last decade, with the number of slots constantly increasing (even if in some communes it isn’t enough).

In terms of quality, private daycare centres are reinventing themselves by offering different pedagogies to help children develop. It isn’t simply about care; it’s a complement to education.

Claude Meisch

Education minister

Romain Gamba, Guy Wolff, provided by participant

Laurent Dura, who currently serves as director of the centre for children and young people with high potential (CEJHP), explains more about the work the centre does.

What is a common hurdle for recent arrivals to Luxembourg?

Registering with the various authorities takes time, and the number of childcare slots is limited in some municipalities.

We would thus advise parents with children up to 12, and who are planning to move to the grand duchy, to make arrangements in advance, since paperwork needs filing, and deadlines (particularly for school registration) must be respected. In our experience, newcomers often struggle to find places quickly due to missing documents from their country of origin.

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What does Felsea do?

We represent the private education and care association in Luxembourg, which includes private daycare centres. One of our missions is to work on the pedagogies of these facilities.

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Talking through tough times Youth hotline KannerJugendtelefon (KJT) psychologist Aline Hartz shares tips on speaking with kids in difficult circumstances.

For newcomers, choosing a school in a trilingual country like Luxembourg can be tough. Leaving aside the European/private options, there are public schools that operate in the traditional mix of Luxembourgish, German and French--but also several with English-language streams.

“For us, the integration side of things was really important,” says Victoria Hodgson, whose children attend a public school where the local languages are used. Hodgson and her family moved to the grand duchy from the UK eight years ago, when the children were three and five. Her husband knew French, but she and the kids only spoke English.

Knowing that they would be in Luxembourg for several years, Hodgson and her husband opted for the public system despite the potential language challenges.

“I felt that if the children could speak only English properly,” she explains, “then their world would be a lot smaller.”

The kids got the hang of it quickly: the family arrived in April, and by Christmas of that year the elder one was already speaking both Luxembourgish and German. “He was able to make himself understood in school, no problem.”

It was even easier for the younger child.

Hodgson says that, if your kids are under six or seven (and you’re staying long-term), going

with a local-languages school is a no-brainer.

Older than that, though, and it’s a little less clear.

“I know parents that have successfully gone into the Luxembourg system with eight- or nineyear-olds, and it’s been okay,” she comments.

“But I also know parents who have really struggled with putting their children in at that age.”

As for navigating the system as a parent who isn’t fluent in Luxembourgish, German or French, Hodgson reports that her experience has been smooth: there hasn’t been a single teacher, so far, unable to switch to English for her. “We’ve had fantastic teachers,” she says.

Public schools with English-language streams are a fairly new phenomenon, with recently opened facilities in Differdange, Junglinster and Mondorf. These weren’t options when Hodgson and her family moved, but, she says, it wouldn’t have changed their decision.

“I don’t think they push Luxembourgish enough in the international schools,” she comments, adding that it’s easier to move from the Luxembourgish to the international system, if things aren’t working out, than going the other way.

A 2018 study by Statec found that 53% of the country’s population speaks Luxembourgish at home, followed by French and Portuguese at 32% and 19%, respectively.

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Family facts Number of marriages, divorces and live births in Luxembourg in 2021.

Source

Statec

1,945 Total marriages

1,400 Total divorces

6,690 Live births

Romain Gamba, Matic Zorman

Mother-of-two Victoria Hodgson talks about the pros of putting children into a multilingual school system.

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The last years have not been easy for parents and youngsters alike: in 2021, KJT recorded 1,747 contacts on its assistance lines, a +9.3% year-on-year rise. Youth problems can range from bullying to mental health issues and anxiety--so there isn’t a one-sizefits-all tip. “That’s what volunteers always want to know,” says Hartz. “The most common advice we give is to always show your availability to your children, that you’re there, that you’re caring, that you’re listening.” If timing isn’t right, don’t insist, she adds.

Try again later. KJT also runs the Elterentelefon (parents’ hotline), where parents and guardians can get more customised advice.

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Babilou Family

Au pair agency.

Multiple locations, including Luxembourg, Differdange, Dudelange & Esch-sur-Alzette 28 99 28 99 - 400 www.babilou-family.lu

691 504 380 www.ao-aupair.lu

Greataupair.com This platform allows people to find jobs and hire nannies, au pairs, personal assistants, tutors, senior caregivers, babysitters, housekeepers and petsitters, with a lager au pair community.

The website also offers background and references checks, and online interviews. www.greataupair.com

LuxAuPair The official partner of Luxembourg's National Youth Service (SNJ).

Silversquare Liberté - 21 rue Glesener L-1631 Luxembourg 621 480 849 www.luxaupair.com G12

www.au-pair.lu Information on au pair rules in Luxembourg. www.au-pair.lu

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Babouille Multiple locations, including Soleuvre & Strassen 26 31 19 09 www.babouille.lu

BabyHome Multiple locations, including Luxembourg, Hamm, Junglinster & Senningerberg 691 506 733 contact@babyhome.lu www.babyhome.lu

Bei den Raupen 11 rue du Pont L-3873 Schifflange 27 51 84 84 www.beidenraupen.lu I2

Butterfly Valley/ Caterpillar Haven Luxembourg 28 86 29 20 info@butterflyvalley.lu www.butterflyvalley.lu

Crèche BioBébé Adoméa Services Provides home assistance, including child sitting.

6 rue Henri M. Schnadt L-2530 Luxembourg 27 36 53 83 www.adomea-services.lu I4

Babysits.lu www.babysits.lu

Babysitting.lu Nation-wide service run with the cooperation of communal services. www.babysitting.lu

Petitweb.lu www.petitweb.lu

Service Krank Kanner Doheem Provides emergency home care for children who are sick and not allowed to attend crèche or school.

95 rue de Bonnevoie L-1260 Luxembourg 48 07 79 skkd@fed.lu www.fed.lu/wp/services/skkd/ H13

The self-described "Montessori nest", with locations in and around Luxembourg City, Mamer and Munsbach.

Multiple locations 27 69 42 67 www.biobebe.lu H4, H5, H11, H13

Crèche Le Petit Prince 119 rue de Luxembourg L-8077 Bertrange 31 93 09 contact@creche-petitprince.lu www.creche-petitprince.lu H4

Crèche Tiramisù Multiple locations, including Bereldange, Strassen & Walferdange www.crechetiramisu.lu

CYK 38 cité Oricher-Hoehl L-8036 Strassen 28 77 55 00 www.cyk.lu H4

Kids’ Ville 57 rue de Beggen L-1221 Beggen 26 43 12 80 www.kidsville.lu B12

L’Enfant Roi Multiple locations, including Luxembourg, Bertrange, Mamer, Mersch, Senningerberg & Strassen www.lenfant-roi.lu

La Luciole French speaking crèches for children aged 2 months to 4 years and daycare for ages 4-12.

Multiple locations, including Luxembourg, Fentange, Frisange, Hesperange, Itzig & Schifflange 27 91 66 40 10 www.luciole.lu

Rock Kids Includes 16 crèches and daycare facilities; offers a Montessori pedagogy.

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CEJHP (Centre for children and young people with high potential) 21 rue Léon Laval, L-3372 Leudelange 24 76 51 40 info@cc-cejhp.lu www.cc-cejhp.lu I4

Caritas Variety of family support services.

29 rue Michel Welter L-2730 Luxembourg 40 21 31 1 caritas@caritas.lu www.caritas.lu G11

Multiple locations, including Luxembourg, Dudelange & Esch-sur-Alzette 28 80 08 www.rockids.lu

Femmes en détresse

Sunflower Montessori Crèche

40 73 35 organisation@fed.lu www.fed.lu

Crèche with a Montessori approach, with locations in Belval, Bertrange, Ersange, Findel, Hamm and Moutfort.

Kanner Jugend Telefon

Multiple locations 26 15 93 1 www.sunflower.lu

FAMILY PLANNING Family Planning The family planning ensures access to sexual and reproductive health information and services for all.

Two other centres are open in Esch-sur Alzette and Ettelbrück.

Centre Dr M.-P. Molitor-Peffer 6-10 rue de la Fonderie L-1531 Luxembourg 48 59 76 www.planningfamilial.lu J2, H4, E4

FAMILY SUPPORT Arcus Supports children and families through a variety of services.

2 place de Strasbourg L-2562 Luxembourg 49 53 46 1 info@arcus.lu www.arcus.lu G12

Bee Secure Internet safety for parents and kids. www.bee-secure.lu

Refuge for female victims of domestic violence.

Online help desk in English for parents and children.

26 64 05 55 contact@kjt.lu www.kjt.lu/en

Kannerschlass parent school Range of therapy and support for families in difficulty.

12 rue Winston Churchill L-4434 Soleuvre 59 59 59-1 www.kannerschlass.lu I3

Kriibskrank Kanner Support association accompanying families of children with cancer.

168 rue des Romains L-8041 Strassen 31 31 70 contact@fondatioun.lu www.fondatioun.lu

La Leche League International breastfeeding counselling organisation.

6A am Pratel L-5378 Uebersyren www.lalecheleague.lu H5

Luxembourg Expats Parents Luxembourg Expats Parents

Luxembourg Parents Luxembourg Parents

Luxembourg Red Cross Offers range of family-centred services.

44 boulevard Joseph II L-1840 Luxembourg 2755-2000 www.croix-rouge.lu H4

Listings #ChildcareAndFamily CET (Centre for Equal Treatment)

Information and meetups related to parenting alternatives, birth rights and perinatal mental health in English.

65 route d’Arlon L-1140 Luxembourg 28 37 36 35 info@cet.lu www.cet.lu CET (Centre pour l’égalité de traitement) G2

www.luxmamaclub.com

Midwife.lu Luxembourg midwife service. www.midwife.lu

Passage Passage is a parent support group and social network for parents and professionals related to the field of health, education and children’s social development in Luxembourg. info@passage.lu www.passage.lu J4

Pro Familia Foundation Support and training for parents.

5 route de Zoufftgen L-3598 Dudelange 51 72 72 info@profamilia.lu www.profamilia.lu

Service National de la Jeunesse Organises activities for children and young people.

33 rives de Clausen L-2165 Luxembourg 24 78 64 65 secretariat@snj.lu www.snj.public.lu E13

The Luxembourg Daddy Group ASBL Social group for dads and their children. contact@daddies.lu www.daddies.lu The Luxembourg Daddy Group

Visavi Information and consulting service for women.

2 rue du Fort Wallis L-2714 Luxembourg 49 08 77-1 visavi@fed.lu

EDUCATION INFORMATION Cellule d’Accueil Scolaire pour Elèves Nouveaux (Casna) Casna provides information about the Luxembourg post-primary education system, by appointment only.

29 rue Aldringen L-1118 Luxembourg 247-76570 secretariat.secam@men.lu www.integratioun.lu E11

Ministère de l'Education nationale, de l'Enfance et de la Jeunesse (education and youth ministry) 33 rives de Clausen L-2165 Luxembourg 247-85100 info@men.lu www.men.public.lu F11

HOME SCHOOLING Luxembourg Association for Freedom of Instruction (ALLI) Association and information for homeschooling families.

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ENGLISHLANGUAGE SCHOOLS

691 300 455 info@rosa-letzebuerg.lu www.rosaletzebuerg.lu Rosa Lëtzebuerg

Centre LGBTIQ+ Cigale 16 rue Notre-Dame L-2240 Luxembourg 26 19 00 18 info@cigale.lu www.cigale.lu Centre Lgbtiq+ Cigale F12

Athénée de Luxembourg Public school offering International Baccalaureate programme in Merl.

24 boulevard Pierre Dupong L-1430 Luxembourg 44 02 49 61 00 www.al.lu G10

Differdange & Esch-sur-Alzette International School Public school offering European Baccalaureate programme.

Lycée Privé Emile Metz Private but fee-free school offering English-language vocational training in IT, mechanics, and smart technologies, and AML licence in aircraft maintenance.

Differdange and Esch-sur-Alzette 28 85 72 1 www.portal.education.lu/eid I2, J3

50 rue de Beggen L-1220 Dommeldange 43 90 61 1 www.lpem.lu B12

Ecole Internationale Edward Steichen

Michel Lucius International School

Public school offering European Baccalaureate programme with English, German and French sections as well as English sections at primary.

Public school with English sections at primary and secondary, offering IGCSE, AS- and A-levels programme, in Limpertsberg.

1 rue Edward Steichen L-9707 Clervaux 206 007 1 www.lesc.lu C4

157 avenue Pasteur L-2311 Luxembourg 28 83 15 501 www.lml.lu C10

European School I

Mondorf-Les-Bains International School

Private school offering European Baccalaureate programme, in Kirchberg.

23 boulevard Konrad Adenauer L-1115 Luxembourg 43 20 82 1 www.euroschool.lu D13

Public primary and secondary school offering European Baccalaureate programme in English.

European School II

2 route de Burmerange L-5659 Mondorf-les-Bains 281 288 1 www.eimlb.lu J5

Private school offering European Baccalaureate programme.

OTR International School

6 rue Gaston Thorn L-8268 Bertrange 27 32 24 50 01 www.eel2.eu H4

International School of Luxembourg

Private school offering education up to the age of 15, with International Baccalaureate middle years programme, in Belair.

7 rue Val Ste Croix L-1371, Luxembourg 26 09 45 42 www.otrinternationalschool.lu E10

Private school offering IGCSE, high school and international baccalaureate diploma programmes, in Merl.

St George’s International School

36 boulevard Pierre Dupong L-1430 Luxembourg 26 04 40 www.islux.lu G10

Private English language primary and secondary, in Hamm, offering IGCSE, AS- and A-levels programme.

Lënster Lycée Public school with English sections at primary and secondary where the European Baccalaureate programme is taught.

2 rue Victor Ferrant L-6122 Junglinster 27 69 63 1 www.lensterlycee.lu G5

11 rue des Peupliers, L-2328 Luxembourg 42 32 24 www.st-georges.lu F15

UNIVERSITIES BBI Luxembourg

Lycée des Arts et Métiers

Bachelor and master’s degrees in international hospitality and tourism management.

Public school offering English-language BTS courses in video game programming and game design, game art and game design, and the internet of things.

Château de Wiltz, L-9516 Wiltz 27 91 12 92 www.bbi-edu.eu D3

Limpertsberg and Dommeldange 46 76 16 1 www.artsetmetiers.lu D11

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Lunex University

Centre de logopédie

Bachelor, master and foundation programmes in sports sciences.

Specialist school for children with language and speech difficulties.

50 avenue du Parc des Sports L-4671 Differdange 28 84 94 1 www.lunex-university.net I2

info@cc-cl.lu www.logopedie.lu

Miami University’s John E. Dolibois European Center in Luxembourg

Centre pour enfants et jeunes à haut potentiel School for gifted children. info@cc-cejhp.lu www.men.public.lu

1 impasse du Château L-4524 Differdange 58 22 22 1 www.miamioh.edu I2

Centre pour le développement des apprentissages Grand-Duchesse Maria Teresa

UBI Business School

Centre for learners with dyslexia, dyscalculia and dyspraxia.

European study centre for Miami University in Oxford, Ohio.

Bachelor, MBA and DBA programmes.

Château de Wiltz L-9516 Wiltz 27 99 01 82 www.ubi.edu D3

University of Luxembourg The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

2, avenue de l'Université L-4365 Esch-sur-Alzette 46 66 44 1 wwwen.uni.lu J3, D13

SPECIAL EDUCATION NEEDS Agence pour la transition vers une vie autonome Helps support young people and their parents in the new stages of their working lives. info@cc-atva.lu www.men.public.lu

Handicap Intellectuel Luxembourg Structures for people of any age with special education needs. info@apemh.lu www.apemh.lu

Association d'Aide à la Scolarisation des Enfants à Besoins Spécifiques Voluntary association supporting children with learning difficulties in private schools in Luxembourg. contact@asebs.lu www.asebs.lu

info@cc-cda.lu www.cc-cda.lu

Centre pour le développement des compétences relatives à la vue

Centre psycho-social et d’accompagnement scolaires Psychological and therapeutic consultations for parents and young people and socioeducative support. info@cepas.public.lu www.cepas.public.lu

Dys-positiv

Caritas service supporting young people with dyslexia, dysorthographia, dyscalculia and/or dyspraxia.

26 43 24 38 www.dys-positiv.lu

Dyspraxie Luxembourg ASBL

Informational website founded by mothers of children with learning difficulties. dyspraxieluxembourg@gmail.com www.dyspraxie.lu

Mediation Scolaire Mediation service to intervene in issues between families and schools.

Specialist school for children with visual impairments.

138 boulevard de la Pétrusse L-2330 Luxembourg 247-65280 www.mediationscolaire.lu F11

info@cc-cdv.lu www.cc-cdv.lu

Scap

Centre pour le développement intellectuel Centre regrouping all of the differentiated education sites in Luxembourg. info@cc-cdi.lu www.cdi.lu

Centre pour le développement moteur Specialist school for development of motor skills.

44 65 65 1 info@cc-cdm.lu

Centre pour le développement socio-émotionnel Centre for learners with behavioural disorders. info@cc-cdse.lu www.cc-cdse.lu

Centre pour enfants et jeunes présentant un trouble du spectre de l'autisme Specialist centre for young people with autism spectrum disorders. info@cc-ctsa.lu www.cc-ctsa.lu

Consultation and support service for attention deficit disorders, perception or psychomotor development disorders.

5 rue Thomas Edison L-1445 Strassen 26 44 48 1 www.scap.lu D9

FAMILY ACTIVITIES Supermiro Website listing family-friendly events and activities. www.supermiro.lu

What's on for kids Website listing family-friendly events and activities. www.whatsonforkids.lu

Visit Luxembourg Tourism website listing activities for families. www.visitluxembourg.com

City Savvy Luxembourg Website listing family-friendly events and activities. www.citysavvyluxembourg.com

Just Arrived

Website listing family-friendly events and activities. www.justarrived.lu

EXTRA­ CURRICULAR EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES Code Club Luxembourg Coding clubs aimed at young people aged 8-12. www.codeclub.lu

Kids Life Skills Programmes to teach young people aged 4-10 to code. www.kidslifeskills.org

Women in Digital Empowerment Girls in digital section offers workshops, mentoring and other activities to encourage girls in tech. www.wide.lu

Workshop4me Aimed at 7- to 16-year-olds, sessions cover introduction to computer science, apps, coding, etc. www.workshop4me.org

Bricks4kidz Programmes using Lego bricks to help children develop critical thinking, creativity, organisational skills, problem-solving and teamwork. www.bricks4kidz.lu

Bee Creative Government-supported scheme to equip youngsters with digital literacy skills for the future. www.bee-creative.lu

Luxembourg Tech School Teaches 13-19-year-olds how to apply new technology to business. www.techschool.lu

Mensa Lëtzebuerg www.mensa.lu

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Luxembourg offers attractive salaries and competitive benefits, but it takes more to keep staff happy and ensure a steady influx of employees from abroad to boost the country’s labour force

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Seizing opportunities Luxembourg is a job market magnet in the Greater Region, with its attractive salaries, open attitude, manifold networking opportunities and multicultural work environments making up for what it lacks in size.

It is a truth universally acknowledged that expats move to Luxembourg for either love or money. Few and far between are those who choose the grand duchy for its picturesque towns, nature, history and people… although many discover the country’s charm as they settle in and, for some, their sojourn becomes much longer than they had originally planned.

Luxembourg’s job market attracts more than 200,000 people commuting into the country every day from the greater region.

Out of the roughly 246,000 resident workers, nearly half are non-nationals.

Given the high proportion of Luxem-

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bourgers who work in the public service, this leaves the private sector dominated by foreigners and the country reliant on this external influx of employees. Luxembourg offers attractive salaries--by far the highest minimum wage in the EU--coupled with competitive leave policies, strong workers’ rights representation and a finely woven social safety net.

And yet, as the cost of living--and especially housing--has grown over the years, the number of people unhappy with their salary has risen from one in 10 in 2017 to one in five in 2021, according to data published by the Chamber of Employees in June 2022. Elsewhere in the survey, the rate of people who said they are ‘very dissatisfied’ with their job rose from 11% in 2019 to 17% last year. That still left 49% ‘very satisfied’ and 34% ‘satisfied’. However, a quarter of employees said they are thinking of quitting.

The World Competitiveness Yearbook, an annual ranking of 63 countries by the Swiss Institute for Management Development, listed attracting and retaining talent as one of Luxembourg’s key challenges. In the June 2022 edition, the grand

duchy ranked 13th, down from 12th place the year before and its peak 6th position in 2015.

As Luxembourg competes in a European and increasingly global job market, labour minister Georges Engel (LSAP) has placed work-life balance and skills at the top of his to-do list for the rest of his mandate, and discussions around reducing working hours and creating more flexible work environments are set to feature high on the agenda of next year’s election in a bid to keep the country attractive for jobseekers. But it is also up to the individual to make their Luxembourg stay a success, connecting with an international community, learning to navigate local laws and rights, and seizing the opportunities offered by a small and open environment.

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“You can get into the network pretty quickly” Luxembourg Tech School programme director Sara Kaiser discusses the opportunities and challenges of working in a small country, and how it’s always possible to change your career.

You’ve worked in finance, then moved to culture--including the Philharmonie--and are now programme director at the Luxembourg Tech School. How did this transition happen?

I’m very curious and always wanted to try and learn something new and apply that professionally. In part it just happened organically, people supporting me along the way, or by coincidence. Switching from culture to technology and education, that was something I aimed for. Technology interested me. I always wanted to do something with innovation. I met the director of the tech school, and it became clear quite quickly that the school is growing and that they need someone to take care of coordination.

In a bigger city, it’s easier to try something new.

If it doesn’t work out, you move on to the next.

The multilingualism, which I like a lot and know from Switzerland, is demanding, especially if you’re not a French native speaker. Some doors simply close. There is more happening now with lifelong learning and adult education. But five, six years ago, when I wanted to switch into technology, there wasn’t much.

How did you end up in Luxembourg to begin with?

The years prior I was working in Zurich, and I really came for the job at the Philharmonie.

I had never been to Luxembourg. I saw this job and thought it was super interesting.

I had two options--one in London and one here. London was the cool city but the less interesting job. And here it was the career step up with a fairly big team, responsibility, and a country I didn’t know.

I always went where I thought there’s a new opportunity and challenge. It wasn’t a huge culture shock from Switzerland. A lot is pretty similar. The big difference is this positive European attitude. I think it’s beautiful that it is lived in this way.

What excites you about your current role at the intersection of tech and education?

In addition to the administrative role, on the content side I find new technologies exciting, with all their advantages and risks, and looking at them in a positive but also critical way. And then conveying that to young people, who are often passive consumers. My goal is to turn them into active creators, and this is where my cultural background comes in, mixing art and music with coding and immersive experiences.

Are there any tips you could share for people thinking of taking their career in a new direction?

You need to be strategic about it, but it’s always possible. You need some patience; you must consider whether you can afford it. But you can get into the network pretty quickly, exactly because it’s not that big. You meet the players, you have access, and you have to turn that into an opportunity.

You previously worked in Switzerland and Austria. What do you enjoy about working in Luxembourg?

I like the international context a lot. I work with ministries and organisations in Luxembourg.

And at the same time in an international setting.

The mix is exciting. It’s open here. You can connect both spheres and make the most of them. You can feel the roots--tradition, language, the people who love this country--plus all the other influences.

I see it having a very positive mindset.

And what challenges have you experienced?

There is a certain limit of options in some areas.

When you want to switch careers, there aren’t a thousand different possibilities. You need to bring some patience and search for opportunities.

Luxembourg’s small size is an opportunity and a challenge, says Sara Kaiser

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The ins and outs of Luxembourg labour law are difficult to understand even for locals, but expats should get clued up to stand up for their interests, says Asti’s Marc Piron.

“Labour law and residence rights are very complex. It’s easy to feel lost,” said Marc Piron of immigrant workers’ rights group Asti. The organisation focuses on vulnerable populations but provides support to immigrants from all different kinds of backgrounds. “There’s no single document that’s perfect and has everything in it,” he said about where to find information.

But a good place to start are the MyGuichet. lu platform as well as organisations like the Chamber of Employees or the country’s labour unions. “Language is a problem,” he added. More places are now offering help in English, but even for those who speak French, the legal jargon of labour law can be difficult to decipher.

Salary satisfaction Employees in Luxembourg are increasingly unhappy with their salaries, with 20% of staff ‘very dissatisfied’ in 2021, compared to 10% in 2017. That still leaves a majority ‘satisfied’ or even ‘very satisfied’.

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Staff should know about job contracts, the information that must be included, such as their wage and annual leave, before signing an agreement. But there is a flurry of additional rights. For example, Luxembourg offers days off to move house or for personal reasons, as well as training or linguistic leave to learn Luxembourgish. “All these types of leave are exceptional in Luxembourg.

A lot of people aren’t aware.”

And, while immigrant or expat workers might be afraid to make their voices heard, Piron said they should speak up. “What I see very often is that, depending on where you’re from, there isn’t this culture of opposing your employer,” he said. “Use your rights; that’s what they’re for.”

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The grand duchy has a strong union culture that has been institutionalised with the so-called “Luxembourg model”, a trialogue between the government, employer groups and labour unions at different levels of policymaking that aims to build consensus around hot button issues and the response to crises, whether it’s the pandemic or the energy price hike.

“Any union has the same basis, because we’re here to defend the labour code,” says Delphine Nicolay, secretary general of financial sector union Aleba. Together with the OGBL and the LCGB, it is one of the country’s main labour unions. The organisations operate in different languages, some with dedicated international sections, but all are also “currently losing members,” says Nicolay. Foreigners and younger people especially are less likely to join.

Under Luxembourg law, employees have the right to join a labour union, which provides legal advice to members who are in dispute with their employer and support with practical issues, such as social security. But beyond individual concerns, they represent employee interests, for example when reviewing labour policy or negotiating redundancy plans and collective work agreements. Employers are represented through their own federations, such as the UEL business union. “Without unions there’s no collective bargaining,” says Nicolay. “You have to think about how a union could help you in your future.”

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3 tips from Maxime Durant The director of recruitment agency Michael Page on negotiating your salary in Luxembourg.

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Navigating the multicultural office Building professional relationships can be a challenge when people from different cultures meet, with empathy and some flexibility the keys to success.

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Cost of living It’s important to take into consideration what your net salary will be and how far this income will take you. Coupled with an understanding of what different sectors pay and what other benefits there are, this forms a solid basis to talk.

“As soon as you have all the information, you’re ready to negotiate.”

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Asking for a raise Under indexation, salaries in Luxembourg rise 2.5% to adjust them for inflation. “Indexation is an important raise, but it’s possible to get more,” says Durant.

Companies generally include index payments in their raise calculations. The crucial thing will be to have the right arguments and make a case why your salary deserves a boost.

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social queues are unspoken, and the etiquette expert said it’s up to employees to educate themselves about their new environment but also managers to set the tone. The pandemic has largely done away with kisses on cheeks, although handshakes are making a comeback.

And while some co-workers may want to grab an afterwork drink or even invite colleagues to their house, others might want to keep more distance between their personal and professional lives. “Be diplomatic. Don’t push too hard or be impatient.”

When cultures collide, Domasova recommends connecting on a personal level.

“When people start liking you, it doesn’t matter who you are. It doesn’t matter if you make mistakes. People will forgive you. So built your personal brand.”

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With people from more than 170 different nationalities living and working in the grand duchy, a mix of cultures collides in offices every day. “There is no unique office culture in Luxembourg,” said Angela Domasova of the Luxembourg School of Contemporary Etiquette, which offers business etiquette and intercultural communications training.

“Diversity is one of the images of this country.”

One of the keys to making diverse offices work is empathy, said Domasova. “You need to be more sensitive.” For example, while it is common in English-speaking countries to address someone by their first name in an email, even if you don’t know them, for French and German speakers this could be considered impolite. “You need to respect other people’s rules.” However, many of these

Market value “You cannot negotiate without knowing what you can expect from the market,” says Durant.

Luxembourg has a reputation of paying big, but salaries aren’t the same across different industries, and companies usually pay more for people with local expertise. “Don’t start too high in terms of negotiation” when first arriving, the recruiter says.

“It’s important to have these two, three years of experience.”

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The brand Badenoch + Clark will officially disappear in the beginning of 2023.

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The migration to LHH, an international leader in career transition and talent development founded in the US in 1974, is to provide end to end talent solutions with supplementary offerings from LHH Learning & Talent Development, LHH Career Transition & Mobility, LHH Advisory and LHH Recruitment Solutions. With the integration, we will build the capability to answer both locally and internationally across 60 countries with 7000+ employees to demands of talent assessment, coaching, outplacement, HR consultancy and recruitment under one LHH.

In Luxembourg, this will prompt a unity of our brands of Spring Professional and Badenoch + Clark to be under one LHH. Our local team with more than 40 experts in Interim Management, Permanent Placement and Consulting will continue working closely with our clients and candidates to get them ready for the now and next.

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ADULT EDUCATION 42 Luxembourg 42 offers IT training for all, with a project-based approach to progress and develop technical and human skills that are in demand on the job market. www.aalu.lu

Aviation Academy Luxembourg The aviation school offers training in logistics, aviation, travel and tourism.

Classes are exclusively in English, and a three-month internship in Luxembourg or abroad is mandatory. www.aalu.lu

Ecole d’Hôtellerie et de Tourisme du Luxembourg The school offers full-time courses in hospitality and tourism.

80 87 91 www.ehtl.lu

House of Training The organisation provides vocational training in a wide range of professional domains, from commerce and accounting to human resources and real estate.

46 50 16 - 1 www.houseoftraining.lu

Lifelong-learning.lu The training centre offers continuing education programmes in English, French, German, Luxembourgish and Portuguese.

Choose from a wide range of seminars, classes and specialised professional training/certifications.

26 20 40 www.lifelong-learning.lu

Luxembourg Flight Training Academy The academy provides courses via classroom instruction and flight simulator for private, commercial and air transport pilot licences.

Luxembourg School of Business The LSB’s weekend MBA is a 24-month programme for experienced professionals who want to study without halting their careers. Classes meet on alternating weekends.

26 25 89 80 www.luxsb.lu

Luxembourg School of Religion & Society The theological institution develops offers of initial training, lifelong learning and adult education for religious communities and others. The school offers masterclasses plus lectures and conferences.

43 60 51 www.lsrs.lu

The Second Degree ASBL The adult education programme offers courses taught in English over an eight-week period, typically two hours per week. Courses range from baking and yoga to Bollywood dancing (and meet in Luxembourg, not Grevenmacher).

691 600 340 www.theseconddegree.lu

University of Luxembourg Competence Centre The institution, chartered by Luxembourg's ministry for higher education and research, offers continuous adult education and develops training programmes in collaboration with specialised partners.

26 15 92 44 www.competence.lu

Weecode The IT school offers intensive bootcamps in web development, data analytics and cyber security. www.weecode.co

ALUMNI Bocconi University

City University of London tursun.aitbaeva@bayes.city.ac.uk www.city.ac.uk/alumni

College of Europe Alumni Luxembourg College of Europe Alumni - Luxembourg Regional Group

Columbia University Alumni Club of Luxembourg luxembourg@alumniclubs.columbia.edu www.alumni.columbia.edu

Duke Law School greet.wilkenhuysen@nautadutilh.com www.law.duke.edu/alumni

Edinburgh University Luxembourg Alumni Edinburgh University Luxembourg Alumni

EM Strasbourg Business School

map(s) on pages 10-11

Luxembourg School of Finance (University of Luxembourg) wwwen.uni.lu/fdef/alumni

Miami University www.miamialum.org Miami University Alumni Association

Mount Holyoke College alumnaeassociation@mtholyoke.edu alumnae.mtholyoke.edu

Oxford University Society of Luxembourg membership@oxford.lu www.oxford.lu

St Andrews University Alumni Club Luxembourg standrewsalumnilux@gmail.com University of St Andrews Alumni Club Luxembourg

EM Strasbourg Alumni - Luxembourg

Stanford Club of Luxembourg

ETH Zurich

stanfordluxembourg@gmail.com Standford Club Luxembourg

lux-chapter@alumni.ethz.ch www.alumni.ethz.ch

Trinity College Dublin

Haas School of Business

www.tcd.ie/alumni TCD Alumni

jeanfrancois_leprince@yahoo.fr Haas Alumni Network (HAN)

University College Dublin

Harvard Club of Luxembourg info@harvardclub.lu hcluxembourg.clubs.harvard.edu

HEC Management School www.hecalumni.fr HEC Alumni Luxembourg

King's College London kcaaluxembourg@gmail.com King's College Alumni Association Luxembourg

London Business School

43 29 20 www.lfta.lu

luxembourg@bocconialumni.it www.bocconialumni.it

Luxembourg Lifelong Learning Centre

Cambridge Society of Luxembourg

London School of Economics

The Chamber of Employees, via its Lifelong Learning Centre, offers evening classes, seminars, university courses, specialised training and professional certifications. It organises vocational training in technical secondary education.

info@cambridge.lu www.cambridge.lu

luxembourg@alumni.lse.ac.uk LSE Alumni Luxembourg

27 49 46 00 www.lllc.lu

www.chicagobooth.edu

Chicago Booth Alumni Club of Luxembourg

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www.london.edu/alumni

Luxembourg Business Academy (University of Luxembourg) LBA Alumni

alumni@ucd.ie alumni.ucd.ie

University of California at Davis www.alumni.ucdavis.edu UC Davis Alumni in BENELUX

University of Heidelberg alumni@zuv.uni-heidelberg.de www.alumni.uni-heidelberg.de

University of Luxembourg alumni@uni.lu wwwen.uni.lu/alumni

University of Trier www.uni-trier.de Alumni International Universität Trier

University of Warwick alumni@warwick.ac.uk www.warwick.ac.uk/alumni

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Cercle Munster You need two sponsors to join the non-profit business club, which has private function rooms for up to 100 people, including a foyer, bar, library, restaurant, and brasserie with a terrace.

The club also hosts a range of events.

5-7 rue Munster L-2160 Luxembourg 47 06 43 - 1 reservation@munster.lu www.munster.lu F12

House 17 House 17 is a private club home to contemporary cuisine, fine art, and leisurely as well as professional exchange.

Members enjoy free room rental, valet service (including car wash), access to club events, and event-hosting privileges (tailored by a planner).

17 rue du Nord L-2229 Luxembourg 20 10 17 info@house17.lu www.house17.lu E12

Hub Dot Luxembourg Hub Dot is a community where women connect and inspire through storytelling.

Members choose from five categories: those who are established and willing to help others; have an idea and can help; are seeking inspiration; want to make connections; and want to tell a story. info@hubdot.com www.hubdot.com

Inspiring Wo-Men Business Club Inspiring Wo-Men is an invitation-only business club for women and men.

6 rue Marguerite de Brabant L-1254 Luxembourg 26 47 85 03 info@inspiringwo-men.eu www.inspiringwo-men.eu F10

International Coaching Federation Luxembourg The global non-profit organisation promotes coaching in local communities by organising monthly meetings, presentations, and networking opportunities. info@coachingfederation.lu www.coachingfederation.lu

Luxembourg Business Angel Network The non-profit organisation aims to unlock the potential of private investors in Luxembourg through tools, events, trainings, investment opportunities, and networking. info@lban.lu www.lban.lu

Luxembourg Financial Markets Association The non-profit brings together national market participants and represents its members in industry debates.

621 544 991 secretariat@lfma.lu www.lfma.lu

COWORKING SPACES Bamhaus The coworking space seeks to create an ecosystem for freelancers in creative industries. Located at a former industrial site in Dommeldange.

18A & 18D rue de la Cimenterie L-1337 Luxembourg 24 52 75 51 info@bamhaus.lu www.bamhaus.lu A12

Not far from the main train station, the chic space for creatives and entrepreneurs is one-of-a-kind, with meeting rooms named after famous business owners.

The representative body of private equity and venture capital professionals in Luxembourg provides a platform for members to discuss, network and attend working meetings.

Luxembourg & Bertrange 691 139 243 contact@paladium.lu www.paladium.lu

12 rue Erasme L-1468 Luxembourg 28 68 19 lpea-office@lpea.lu www.lpea.lu C14

Silversquare

The association is a network of women who share an entrepreneurial spirit.

Attend events, workshops and coffee mornings where members meet to present their businesses.

8 op de Rousen L-8398 Roodt 691 540 164 info@mumpreneurs.lu Mumpreneurs Luxembourg G3

Paperjam + Delano Club The business club has more than 1,300 member companies. Members benefit from a variety of business-related events and workshops and are invited to Delano Live events: on-stage interviews followed by an open bar and networking.

20 70 70 - 400 club@paperjam.lu www.paperjam.lu/club

The Network The Network is an international professional non-profit organisation for women, promoting networking and personal/professional development.

It is open to women of all nationalities within Luxembourg and its bordering communities. info@thenetwork.lu www.thenetwork.lu

Wishbox's goal is to provide a friendly and creative coworking environment at a reasonable price in an innovative, inspiring, and creative space.

59 rue du X Octobre L-7243 Bereldange 621 328 420 info@wishbox.lu www.wishbox.lu H4

CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE

Paladium

Luxembourg Private Equity & Venture Capital Association

Mumpreneurs Luxembourg

Wishbox

Situated in the Gare district, the location offers flexible workspaces, meeting rooms and event spaces across five floors.

21 rue Glesener L-1631 Luxembourg 27 86 40 00 info@silversquare.eu www.silversquare.eu G12

Spaces Fully serviced offices spanning seven floors right in front of the central train station.

Multiple locations in Luxembourg 27 87 15 97 www.spacesworks.com

The Office Luxembourg The Office Luxembourg has multiple sites in the capital where you can run a company, meet clients and hold events.

Multiple locations in Luxembourg 621 703 530 office@theoffice.lu www.theoffice.lu

American Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg (Amcham) Amcham is an international voluntary organisation of professionals committed to fostering business relations between the USA and Luxembourg. The chamber’s activities cover the full scope of expatriate issues through its various committees.

43 17 56 info@amcham.lu www.amcham.lu

Australia and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce Luxembourg A platform and connection point for the Australian, New Zealand and Luxembourg business communities. hello@anzccl.lu www.anzccl.lu

British Chamber of Commerce for Luxembourg The BCC is an English-speaking forum for participants in Luxembourg's local and international business communities.

Membership is open to any commercial enterprise or businessperson for whom the English language is an essential business tool.

Urban Office

46 54 66 info@bcc.lu www.bcc.lu

The company has some 4,580m2 of space across seven locations: one each in Luxembourg City, Bettembourg and Wicker; two each in Windhof and Esch-Belval.

China-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce (Chinalux)

Multiple locations in Luxembourg 27 86 19 15 info@urbanoffice.lu www.urbanoffice.lu

Chinalux is a non-profit organisation supporting bilateral trade and cultural ties between China and Luxembourg.

691 866 352 info@china-lux.lu www.china-lux.lu

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Indian Business Chamber of Luxembourg The business chamber promotes the development of trade, economic, financial, educational, legal, scientific and cultural relations between India and Luxembourg.

44 59 05 contact@ibcl.lu www.ibcl.lu

Ireland Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce The business association introduces individuals and businesses to each other in Luxembourg. A bilateral chamber, it also develops links with other Irish chambers, business groups, the international Irish corporate network, and relevant bodies in Ireland. info@ilcc.lu www.ilcc.lu

Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce

Luxinnovation Luxinnovation helps companies engaging in innovative activities in Luxembourg or aiming to expand their business internationally.

43 62 63 - 1 info@luxinnovation.lu www.luxinnovation.lu

Luxembourg House of Financial Technology

Moovijob www.moovijob.com

www.toastmasters.org

Randstad

House of Startups Powered by the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce, the House of Startups offers innovation hubs, incubators, business accelerators and startup consulting services.

The business chamber fosters professional links between Luxembourg and Poland, providing an exchange platform for Polish- and Englishspeaking members of the local business community.

Luxembourg Open Innovation Club

The department helps startups get a headstart in launching and growing their business both in Luxembourg and abroad.

45 14 51 palaurent@deloitte.lu

www.linkedin.com

The global non-profit education organisation has several affiliated clubs in Luxembourg in French, English and Luxembourgish. It promotes communication, public speaking and leadership skills.

Luxembourg-Poland Chamber of Commerce

Deloitte Catalyst

LinkedIn

Toastmasters

42 39 39 - 330 info@houseofentrepreneurship.lu www.houseofentrepreneurship.lu

CREATING YOUR OWN COMPANY

27 85 30 21 www.krrecruitment.com

28 81 02 01 info@lhoft.lu www.lhoft.com

House of Entrepreneurship

20 40 36 30 contact@ccperu.lu www.ccperu.lu

KR Recruitment

Monster

7 rue Alcide de Gasperi L-2981 Luxembourg 42 39 39 - 1 chamcom@cc.lu www.cc.lu D14

The CCTPL is a representative institution of the productive commercial activity and services of Peruvian entrepreneurs who wish to expand their activity towards the European market from Luxembourg.

The school runs courses in corporate culture and communication.

27 99 27 98 www.jobs.lu

661 155 477 info@luxetiquette.lu www.luxetiquette.lu

28 81 00 01 host@host.lu www.host.lu

Peruvian Chamber of Commerce and Tourism in Luxembourg (CCTPL)

Luxembourg School of Contemporary Etiquette

Jobs.lu

The Lhoft helps companies and entrepreneurs develop their business, provides networking opportunities, and offers a wealth of expertise in the world of fintech.

The Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce assists with business creation and foreign trade questions, and offers workshops and training opportunities.

621 23 85 51 info@lpcc.lu www.lpcc.lu

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

The one-stop shop offers a range of consolidated services for entrepreneurs and established businesses alike.

The club helps foster relationships between large companies and innovative startups.

288 100 17 www.loic.lu

My Guichet The government site has authoritative information on setting up a business, administrative procedures and other processes. www.myguichet.lu

Technoport The incubator supports the creation and development of technology-oriented companies.

54 55 80 - 1 incubator@technoport.lu www.technoport.lu

Tomorrow Street A joint venture between Vodafone and Technoport, the incubator supports late-stage technology startups and entrepreuneurs. info@tomorrowstreet.co www.tomorrowstreet.co

JOB HUNTING Adem 24 78 88 88 www.adem.public.lu

Adecco Group 48 25 51 - 1 www.adecco.lu

Anderson Wise 24 51 31 88 www.andersonwise.com

Badenoch + Clark 26 19 28 10 01 www.badenochandclark.lu

Delano Jobs

www.monster.lu

Morgan Philips / Fyte www.morganphilips.com

www.randstad.lu

Sofitex Talent Recruitment www.sofitex-talent.lu

The Recruiter www.therecruiter.lu

LANGUAGE SKILLS Audio-Lingua Audio-Lingua is a training institute and language school. It offers courses in English, French, German, Luxembourgish, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian and Chinese.

luxembourg.dressforsuccess.org

4B Duerfstrooss L-6858 Münschecker 26 27 07 30 info@audio-lingua.lu www.audio-lingua.lu G7

DO Recruitment Advisors

Berlitz

24 69 40 - 1 www.dorecruit.com

Berlitz provides language training for adults, children and teenagers, as well as intercultural and business solutions for corporate clients. It also organises language camps for children and teenagers.

jobs.paperjam-delano.lu

Dress for Success

Go To Freedom 20 40 32 60 www.gotofreedom.eu

26 38 36 51 www.greenfield.lu

89-93 Grand-Rue L-1661 Luxembourg 26 38 32 48 info@berlitz.lu www.berlitz.lu E11

ICTJob

Cap Langues

Greenfield

www.ictjob.lu

JobFinder 26 59 80 www.jobfinder.lu

Jobs in Luxembourg www.jobsinluxembourg.eu

The language school provides presentational, phone, videoconferencing, e-learning and blended-learning classes.

219 route d'Esch L-1471 Luxembourg 24 84 52 - 1 contact@caplangues.lu www.caplangues.lu H10

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The centre offers classes in Chinese as a foreign language.

45 rue de la Gare L-7590 Mersch 26 89 00 325 info@clccl.lu www.clccl.lu F4

Course at Home Teachers come to your location, be it home or office, for private or group courses. Online courses as well as tutoring for children are also offered.

11 avenue de la Gare L-1611 Luxembourg 26 30 27 90 contact@coursathome.lu www.coursathome.lu G12

Inlingua Located in Luxembourg City and Esch-sur-Alzette, this language school offers language training, translations, interpreting, linguistic stays, tests, preparation of diplomas and linguistic coaching.

5 rue de Hesperange L-1731 Luxembourg 40 35 47 infoinlingua@inlingua.lu www.inlingua.lu H12

Institut Français du Luxembourg Private and group French lanugage courses for children through to adults.

BP 236 L-2012 Luxembourg 46 21 66 contact@ifluxembourg.lu www.institut-francais-luxembourg.lu F11

Institut National des Langues The public administration is a centre for language learning, offering classes for adults in several languages. It also provides examinations and certifications.

21 boulevard de la Foire L-1528 Luxembourg 26 44 30 - 1 www.inll.lu E11

Learn Luxembourgish Virtual interactive Luxembourgish lessons for English speakers, plus self-learning online audio exercises and flashcards. learnluxembourgish@gmail.com www.learnluxembourgish.com

Mastercraft Mastercraft provides linguistic training with a ten-hour-minimum formula in several languages, and tutoring sessions for children.

149 route d'Arlon L-8009 Strassen 26 84 50 65 vip@mastercraft.lu www.mastercraft.lu H4

Moien ASBL The non-profit teaches Luxembourgish exclusively. Intensive summer, conversation and writing courses are on offer.

2 rue Batty Weber L-3493 Dudelange 621 677 257 moienasbl@pt.lu www.moienasbl.lu J4

Prolingua The centre offers German, English, French, Luxembourgish, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian and Polish courses. It uses a communicative and task-based approach.

45A avenue Monterey L-2163 Luxembourg 40 39 91 - 0 info@prolingua.lu www.prolingua.lu F11

ABBL is the professional association of the banking sector. It represents financial institutions, regulated financial intermediaries, and other professionals established in Luxembourg (including lawyers, consultants and auditors).

12 rue Erasme L-1468 Luxembourg 46 36 60 - 1 mail@abbl.lu www.abbl.lu C14

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Association of the Luxembourg Fund Industry

Alfi is the official representative body for the Luxembourg investment fund industry.

Languages.lu Languages.lu offers courses for companies and private individuals and language camps for children during school holidays.

Chamber of Skilled Trades and Crafts (CDM) The Chamber of Skilled Trades and Crafts is a professional chamber representing more than 150 trades in several categories, ranging from food and fashion to housing and multimedia.

2 Circuit de la Foire Internationale L-1347 Luxembourg 42 67 67 - 1 contact@cdm.lu www.cdm.lu B15

Hello Future Hello Future aims to encourage young people between 14 and 30 to take up jobs in the logistics, automobile, digital and other sectors. It also offers school tours. www.hellofuture.lu

Jonk Entrepreneuren Luxembourg JEL brings together representatives from the education sector and representatives from the business world to promote an entrepreneurial spirit in Luxembourg. www.jonk-entrepreneuren.lu

Jugendinfo.lu Search for jobs and advice on the government's youth site. www.jugendinfo.lu

Inspectorate of Labour and Mines (ITM) The agency enforces the country's labour code, including workplace health and safety rules.

3 rue des Primeurs L-2361 Strassen 24 77 61 00 contact@itm.etat.lu www.itm.lu H4

Mobbing ASBL This is Luxembourg's association against workplace bullying, harrassment and stress.

64 avenue de la Liberté L-1930 Luxembourg 28 37 12 12 mobbingasbl@mobbingasbl.lu www.mobbingasbl.lu G12

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS SUPPORT FOR YOUNG JOBSEEKERS

12 rue Erasme L-1468 Luxembourg 22 30 26 - 1 info@alfi.lu www.alfi.lu C14

29 boulevard Prince Henri L-1724 Luxembourg 621 775 122 info@languages.lu www.languages.lu E11

Luxembourg Bankers’ Association (ABBL)

Anelo.lu The site (in French, German and Luxembourgish) is for job searches, training, placements and voluntary work. Anelo.lu also provides practical assistance on CVs, application letters, interview prep and more. beruffer.anelo.lu

Association of Luxembourg Student Groups (ACEL) The student union publishes an annual guide for future diploma holders. www.acel.lu

The Guidance Center (Maison de l’Orientation) The centre brings together the admin and state services in the area of information and educational/vocational guidance.

80 02 81 81 info@maison-orientation.public.lu maison-orientation.public.lu/fr.html

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Take control of your cash Whether you live in the grand duchy for just a couple years or stay until retirement, the financial decisions you take now will have an impact on your future--and your family’s future.

No one looks forward to filing taxes, saving for retirement, writing a will or filing for divorce. Such matters can be trickier for expats, who need to negotiate between the financial and legal climates of two or more countries.

This is why it is important for expats to understand the jurisdiction that will apply to their affairs--and what the consequences are.

In succession planning, for example, Luxembourg law applies to a party deceased in Luxembourg, regardless of the jurisdiction in which their will was written.

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For divorce, it could be the law of Luxembourg, the law of either of your nationalities, or even the law of another country in which you have resided.

Experts say the same thing. Find out what that default jurisdiction is. Understand what the application of that law would mean for your wishes. And, if you don’t like it, amend your will, or write a mid-nup (the mid-marriage alternative to a prenuptial agreement) stating the jurisdiction that you would like applied to your affairs. Often it’s these small things that save a lot of money (and headaches!) down the road.

Outside of marriage and death, buying a property is one of the biggest life events we will grapple with. In addition to the tips outlined in this section, there are a couple of programmes in Luxembourg that we would advise any current or prospective homeowner to check out.

First, future homeowners can write off thousands of euros from their tax bill using a special scheme, called the home purchase savings plan, with the funds becoming available to purchase and rehabilitate a property that will

serve as a primary residence. Contact one of the organisations indicated in the listings pages.

Second, Luxembourg has a combination of national and local subsidies to help homeowners reduce their carbon footprint and cut their energy bills. Download the Myrenovation app, which consolidates all the subsidy data and spells out the process.

Aid packages can cover part of materials and installation costs on projects ranging from insulating roofs and walls to the installation of renewable energy kit such as solar heating and photovoltaic electricity systems.

Being an expat has wonderful benefits, not least expanding your horizons and creating new memories. However, it’s easy to fall foul of laws unless you stay informed.

It is a worthwhile investment of your time and money to speak with a professional advisor about the financial, legal and estate planning issues that could impact your particular situation.

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“You have to declare your worldwide income” There are several ways to cut your tax bill in Luxembourg.

Laura Foulds, managing director of Analie Tax & Consulting, which specialises in expat and personal tax advice, shared these tips.

What can you deduct from your personal taxes here?

In Luxembourg, the main deductions that you can reclaim are mortgage interest, if you own the house that you live in here.

with Poland says Poland can tax it, but only up to 10%, and Luxembourg must give a credit for the 10%.

So it can be very specific?

It can be very specific.... but in the majority of treaties: interest, country of residence; rental, country where the property is situated; dividends, generally split, actually.

The maximum deduction for mortgage interest is €2,000 per person in your household. Interest on private debt like student or car loans, and life, death, disability, third-party liability and medical insurance can also be claimed up to €672 per member of a household.

But it’s €672 altogether, not by type of insurance or loan, correct?

It’s not per type. This is one combined deduction. So if somebody has a car loan and medical, maybe they’re already at the limit. Then there are private pensions. This is €3,200 per year; both spouses can deduct this.

What other advice would you give to expats about the Luxembourg tax system?

Where we get a lot of questions is tax class and what tax class applies to them. And, if they’re both working and they have tax taken from salary, why do they still owe at the end of the year? So understanding the system is really key for expats.

You’re talking about married couples?

Is it not always beneficial to do a joint filing if you’re both working?

I would say that in 98% of cases, the joint filing is still beneficial. There are situations when an individual filing can be better, but you have to work a little to find those situations. Joint filing is normally still the most beneficial solution.

What people have to understand is that what they pay through payroll is not the final tax.

What are some common tax declaration mistakes?

What is really, really important in Luxembourg is you have to declare your worldwide income.

So if you have a rental property in Greece, or you have investment income in Spain, you have to declare it in Luxembourg. And this is what a lot of people forget to do.

So if you’re married, is the withholding a little bit lower?

It’s just not enough. This is how the system is designed, that withholding is not enough. And therefore you owe at the end of the year. When you’re new to Luxembourg, and if you’ve come from a country like the UK, for example, where the withholding is accurate almost to the penny, it’s really a surprise to have this huge bill at the end of the year.

Is that just to calculate what tax band you go into?

You have to look at the different types of income.

Normally something like interest will be taxable here in Luxembourg, because it’s the country of residence, whereas the rental income is taxed where the property is situated. And then, Luxembourg is just using that information to work out the tax rate to apply to your income. But you have to be very careful. You have to look at the different types of income and the tax treaty that exists between the countries you’re looking at, because some of them have different terms.

Because you might get a tax deduction from the other country?

Yes. For example, bank interest is normally taxable in your country of residence. However, the treaty

Laura Foulds founded Analie Tax & Consulting in 2013

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3 tips from Bernard Goffaux Banque de Luxembourg’s head of tax department explains what to consider when doing your inheritance planning.

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Divorcing across international borders

A good knowledge of your own financial situation and your intended beneficiaries is essential.

Certain jurisdictions distinguish between the rights of blood relatives and relatives by marriage, so make sure you know how you are related to your beneficiaries, and set it out clearly in your will.

Getting divorced can be complicated, but it doesn’t have to be painful. Claudine Erpelding of Wagener & Erpelding explains the cross-border divorce.

Catherine Bourin ABBL management board member

Decide which civil code applies If you have an existing will, state clearly in it whether you would like the law of your country of residence (Luxembourg) or the law of your nationality to apply.

Likewise, if you are making a will, give it some serious thought.

Countries like the UK make allowances for relatives to be written out of a will, whereas in a country like Luxembourg, surviving relatives have certain rights to the estate regardless of the wishes of the deceased.

Romain Gamba, Guy Wolff, Banque de Luxembourg

“ At the ABBL, we believe that financial literacy should be incorporated in all school curriculums”

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Understand the civil codes At the point of your death, either the civil code of your country of residence or the civil code of your country of nationality could apply.

Therefore, familiarise yourself with what might happen under both. Then compare this scenario with what you would actually like to happen.

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said Erpelding. “A ‘communauté de biens’ [where all assets are made common for the life of the marriage] or a ‘séparation de biens’ [where everything remains separate] could apply. It is important your jurisdiction supports your choices.”

Fortunately, a prenuptial agreement can protect cross-border divorces. “Provided you have a link to a particular jurisdiction, you can state it as your preferred divorce jurisdiction in the prenup.”

According to Erpelding, prenups are becoming more and more common in Luxembourg. “They don’t require a lawyer, only a notary.” It is also never too late to get a prenup. “Before launching a request for divorce, the couple can ask a notary to choose the jurisdiction they wish to apply.”

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Unfortunately, not every marriage is for life, and sooner or later, some face the complex untangling of assets known as divorce. When both halves of the couple are of two different nationalities--as one in four in Luxembourg are, per Statec--it is important to know which jurisdiction will apply.

“For people whose last common residence is Luxembourg, the Luxembourg law applies to their divorce,” said Erpelding.

However, when it comes to the liquidation of matrimonial assets, the EU law applicable is that of the country where the spouses shared their first common residence--which, for expat couples in the grand duchy, could easily be yet another country.

The jurisdiction of the divorce matters.

“Different countries have different approaches to how assets are combined in a marriage,”

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Getting to know the principles of good insurance You recently moved to Luxembourg ?

A hearty welcome! Now it’s time to think about the insurance related administrative procedures. Before choosing your future insurer, it may be useful to know the specificities of your new country of residence. Here are the main ones: To begin with, only motor-vehicle civil liability insurance is compulsory. But other insurances are very useful to you:

• Home insurance, which in any case is required by the owner in case of rental

• CASCO, or all-risks, which covers damages to your vehicle • Family liability, generally offered with home insurance You should also be aware that service is one of the main differences compared to your country of origin.

Indeed, in Luxembourg, your insurance agent will be much closer to you. Here, they will be at your side, advise you and accompany you when you need it. That is, not just to sell you insurance, but especially in the event of a claim.

He will always be by your side.

At first sight, premiums may seem higher. But there are good reasons! Indeed, the deductibles are rather exceptional, claims are better compensated and paid very quickly. So there is no stress with a Luxembourg insurance.

Finally, in terms of health insurance, even though Luxembourg has one of the best health-care systems in the world, some medical services and products are not fully reimbursed, most notably dental and optical care.

It is therefore important to take out supplementary health insurance, which you are free to choose.

If you wish to be helped in your insurance procedures, contact LALUX, we will introduce you to an agent who speaks your language and is close to you.

Enjoy your stay in Luxembourg !

MORE INFORMATION: LALUX ASSURANCES 9, rue Jean Fischbach | L3372 Leudelange www.lalux.lu groupeLL@lalux.lu

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How to start investing Many people think they don’t make enough money to invest or simply don’t know where to begin. Gaëlle Haag, CEO of Startalers, a fintech startup, and Capitana, an investing app, shares these general suggestions.

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With a bit of self-education, starter investors can ‘do it yourself’. Haag recommends starting with exchange-traded funds. ETFs typically invest in several companies and sectors at the same time, which “allows you to diversify your portfolio even with a very small amount”.

Check out Swissquote.

Charles Pletsch, vice president and head of business unit, retail banking, at the state savings bank Spuerkeess, shared these general tips on the mortgage application process.

First time homebuyers can “theoretically” get a zero down payment mortgage.

Crucially for expats, only Luxembourg real estate loans count. But reflect carefully because you’ll have higher monthly payments.

Then prepare your documents.

Banks require the compromis de vente, “plans and pictures of the house or the apartment,” and detailed cost estimates for planned renovations. For each buyer, the bank will need identification documents, proof of revenue and own funds for the down payment, and, for new clients, previous bank statements. “If the file is complete,” Pletsch said that banks will typically provide an answer within a week.

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A robo advisor can select a portfolio for you. Minimum investments range from €10-€500 and then €10-50 a month. Check out Birdee, Capitana and Speedinvest.

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Homebuyers nationally shelled out an estimated €912,000 for an apartment and €1.3m for a house in 2021. The market shot up sharply during the covid crisis: asking prices for flats were up by 38% and for houses by 36% between the end of 2019 and the end of 2021.

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The first step is to talk to your bank before looking for property, Pletsch said. An advisor can fairly quickly calculate “the amount of the loan” the bank can grant, “so you’ll definitely know what price you can pay.”

Talk to at least one other bank. Most people would comparison shop when buying a new car and it’s no different for a mortgage, he noted. Understand the compromis de vente (preliminary sale agreement) is a binding contract. Pulling out means paying a penalty of 10% of the sale price. Buyers can insert a clause that cancels the deal if their loan application is rejected, but this is not automatically included.

Homebuyers typically need a down payment of 10% (or 20% for investment property).

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TAX FORMS EXPAT GUIDE 2022-23

Tax office Tax forms, instructions & FAQ. www.impotsdirects.public.lu

TAX ADVISORY Analie Tax & Consulting 20 rue du Village L-6188 Gonderange 27 87 37 87 enquiries@analietax.com www.analietax.com Analie Tax G7

Andersen 121 avenue de la Faïencerie L-1511 Luxembourg 26 63 22 info@lu.andersen.com lu.andersen.com Andersen in Luxembourg D10

AssCoFisc 15 rue de l’Industrie L-8069 Bertrange 691 45 63 39 info@asscofisc.com www.asscofisc.com AssCofisc SARL H4

Baker Tilly 45 rue des Scillas L-2529 Howald 47 68 47 400 info@bakertilly.lu www.bakertilly.lu bakertillyinternational Baker Tilly Luxembourg I4

BDO 1 rue Jean Piret L-2350 Luxembourg 45 123 1 info@bdo.lu www.bdo.lu BDO Luxembourg BDO Luxembourg J10

Ecovis Luxembourg 56 rue Charles Martel L-2134 Luxembourg 26 47 60 1 luxembourg@ecovis.com www.ecovis.com/luxembourg/ ECOVIS International G9

Fiduciaire Comptable Becker, Gales & Brunetti 296 rue de Neudorf L-2222 Luxembourg 24 69 49 1 info@bgb.lu www.bgb.lu Fiduciaire comptable Becker, Gales & Brunetti SA D15

Fiduciaire Intérregionale 14 Haaptstrooss L-8720 Rippweiler 23 62 33 1 fiin@pt.lu www.fiduciaire-interregionale.lu Fiduciaire Interrégionale s.a.

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Galux 11 avenue de la Liberté L-1931 Luxembourg 27 76 29 80 gaetan.hertz@galux.lu www.galux.lu GALUX S.à r.l.

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Grant Thornton 13 rue de Bitbourg L-1273 Luxembourg 45 38 78 1 contact@lu.gt.com www.grantthornton.lu Grant Thornton Luxembourg Grant Thornton E15

Mazars 5 rue Guillaume J. Kroll L-1882 Luxembourg 27 11 41 info@mazars.lu www.mazars.lu Mazars Mazars Mazars J10

MyOwnTaxPractice 29 boulevard Prince Henri L-1724 Luxembourg 621 268 843 contact@motp.lu www.motp.lu MOTP E11

Tax4Expats Luxembourg 33-39 rue du Puits Romain L-8070 Bertrange 621 596 944 grit.fischer@tax4expats-lux.com www.tax4expats-lux.com Tax4Expats Luxembourg Sarl-S H4

VGD Luxembourg 25 boulevard Prince Henri L-1724 Luxembourg 26 38 48 1 lut.laget@vgd.eu www.lu.vgd.eu E11

TAX FILING SERVICE Taxx.lu 153-155 rue du Kiem L-8030 Strassen help@taxx.lu www.taxx.lu Taxx.lu taxx.lu Taxx.lu Taxx_lu

HOME PURCHASE SAVINGS PLAN BHW Bausparkasse 16 rue Erasme L-2015 Luxembourg 44 88 44 1 info-lux@bhw.lu www.bhw.lu

Wüstenrot Bausparkasse 33 rue Gabriel Lippmann L-5365 Munsbach 44 34 44 1 info@wuestenrot.lu www.wuestenrot.lu

ESTATE AGENTS

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Fare 26 897 897 contact@fare.lu www.fare.lu FARE SA FARE S.A. FARE S.A.

House Brokers 27 99 12 12 info@housebrokers.lu www.housebrokers.lu House Brokers HOUSE BROKERS Real Estate

Inowai 25 03 39 info@inowai.com www.inowai.com Inowai INOWAI INOWAI

JLL 46 45 40 lux@eu.jll.com www.residential.jll.lu JLL Residential Luxembourg JLL.Luxembourg JLL Luxembourg

Nexvia 27 63 00 12 hello@nexvia.lu www.nexvia.lu Nexvia Nexvia

Re/Max 26 64 99 99 1 contact@remax.lu www.remax.lu RE/MAX Luxembourg RE/MAX Luxembourg RE/MAX Luxembourg

Residence B-side 28 99 99 18 info@b-side.lu www.b-side.lu B-side B-side B-side (Property Hunter Luxembourg)

CK House & Realty Luxembourg 691 747 579 ck@houserealty.lu www.houserealty.lu CK House & Realty Luxembourg CK House & Realty Luxembourg CK House & Realty

Engel & Völkers 28 26 17 27 luxembourg@engelvoelkers.com www.engelvoelkers.com Engel & Völkers Luxembourg Engel & Völkers Luxembourg Engel & Völkers Luxembourg

28 66 55 1 contact@myresidence.lu www.myresidence.lu Residence Real Estate Agency

Savills Luxembourg 20 60 65 agency@savills.lu www.savills.lu Savills Savills Savills Savills

Weckbecker 22 25 92 info@weckbecker.lu www.weckbecker.lu Agence Immobilière Weckbecker depuis 1929 Agence Immobilière Weckbecker Agence Immobilière Weckbecker S.A.

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FINANCIAL PLANNING & INVESTMENT ADVICE

Homexperts

Arena Wealth Management

58 55 06 info@homexperts.lu www.homexperts.lu Homexperts.lu Homexperts.lu

PROPERTY LISTINGS

31 Grand-Rue L-1661 Luxembourg 20 60 50 60 info@awm.lu www.awm.lu Arena Wealth Management S.A. E12

Axa Investment and pension products sold via 38 insurance agencies in Luxembourg.

Athome www.athome.lu

Immo.lu www.immo.lu

Immotop.lu www.immotop.lu

Vivi www.vivi.lu

PENSIONS National Pension Insurance Fund (CNAP) Private sector employee retirement and disability pensions are covered by the CNAP. Civil servants have separate systems.

1A boulevard Prince Henri L-1724 Luxembourg 22 41 41 1 www.cnap.lu E12

44 24 24 1 info@axa.lu www.axa.lu AXA Assurances Luxembourg AXA Luxembourg AXA Luxembourg

Banque Degroof Petercam Luxembourg Private bank.

12 rue Eugène Ruppert L-2453 Luxembourg 45 35 45 1 bienvenue@degroofpetercam.lu www.degroofpetercam.com Degroof Petercam Degroof Petercam Degroof Petercam degroofpetercam I10

Banque de Luxembourg Private bank.

14 boulevard Royal L-2449 Luxembourg 49 92 41 www.banquedeluxembourg.com Banque de Luxembourg Banque de Luxembourg Banque de Luxembourg Banque de Luxembourg E11

Banque Havilland Private banking and investment services.

35A avenue John F. Kennedy L-1855 Luxembourg 46 31 31 info@banquehavilland.com www.banquehavilland.com Banque Havilland S.A. C15

Banque Internationale à Luxembourg The bank has 33 branches.

45 90 50 00 contact@bil.com www.bil.lu Banque Internationale à Luxembourg - BIL Banque Internationale à Luxembourg (BIL) BIL

BGL BNP Paribas

Quintet Private Bank

The bank has 33 branches.

Private banking and investment services.

42 42 20 00 info@bgl.lu www.bgl.lu BGL BNP Paribas BGL BNP Paribas BGL BNP Paribas BGLBNPParibas

43 boulevard Royal L-2955 Luxembourg 47 97 1 contact@quintet.com www.quintet.com For A Richer Life Quintet Private Bank Quintet Private Bank E11

DKV Luxembourg Specialised in private health insurance.

11-13 rue Jean Fischbach L-3372 Leudelange 42 64 64 1 info@dkv.lu www.dkv.lu DKV Luxembourg DKV Luxembourg DKV Luxembourg S.A. I14

East-West United Bank Private banking and brokerage.

10 boulevard Joseph II L-1840 Luxembourg 25 31 53 mail@ewub.lu www.ewub.lu East-West United Bank East-West United Bank S.A. (EWUB) E11

Foyer Assurances Saving and pension products sold via 245 insurance agencies.

43 74 37 contact@foyer.lu www.foyer.lu Foyer Assurances Foyer Assurances Foyer Group Groupe Foyer

ING The bank has 15 branches in Luxembourg.

44 99 1 contactcenter@ing.lu www.ing.lu ING Luxembourg ING Luxembourg ING Luxembourg ING Luxembourg

Lombard International Specialised in succession planning.

4 rue Lou Hemmer L-1748 Senningerberg 34 61 91 1 info@lombardinternational.com www.lombardinternational.com Lombard International Group Lombard International Group Lombard International Group H5

Raiffeisen Cooperative bank with 37 branches.

24 50 1 info@raiffeisen.lu www.raiffeisen.lu Banque Raiffeisen Banque Raiffeisen Banque Raiffeisen

Spectrum IFA Group Retirement-oriented financial planning for expats.

11 avenue Guillaume L-1651 Luxembourg 621 187 867 david.evans@spectrum-ifa.com www.spectrum-ifa.com Financial Advice for Expats the Spectrum IFA Group The Spectrum IFA Group The Spectrum IFA Group F11

Spuerkeess The state savings bank has 51 branches.

40 15 1 info@spuerkeess.lu www.spuerkeess.lu Spuerkeess Spuerkeess Spuerkeess Spuerkeess

Swissquote Geared towards expat investors.

Formerly called Internaxx Bank.

2 rue Edward Steichen L-2540 Luxembourg 26 03 20 03 clientservices@swissquote.lu www.swissquote.lu Swissquote Europe Swissquote Swissquote Swissquote Europe B16

VP Bank Private bank.

2 rue Edward Steichen L-2540 Luxembourg 40 47 70 1 info.lu@vpbank.com lu.vpbank.com VP Bank AG VP Bank AG B16

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LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE Administration for Evaluation and Controls (AEC) Anyone covered by Luxembourg health insurance is automatically covered for long term care. The insurance can cover residential facilities and help at home, including home and car adaptations.

Applications including doctor’s report should be made to the AEC, which will determine the level of benefits.

125 route d’Esch L-1471 Luxembourg 24 78 60 60 secretariat@ad.etat.lu www.aec.gouvernement.lu G11

ESTATE PLANNING European Directory of Notaries This EU website lists ‘notaires’ in Luxembourg by languages spoken. www.notaries-directory.eu

Birden & Gilson law office 3 montée de Clausen L-1353 Luxembourg 46 35 63 birden@birden-gilson.lu Birden & Gilson E13

Blanche Moutrier notary office 32A rue Zénon Bernard L-4031 Esch-Alzette 53 04 41 blanche.moutrier@notaire-moutrier.lu J3

Carlo Goedert notary office 61-63 avenue Grande-Duchesse Charlotte L-3441 Dudelange 51 64 62 notaire@cgoedert.lu www.cgoedert.lu J4

Chevrier & Favari law office 1 place du Théâtre L-2613 Luxembourg 27 75 72 00 info@cf-avocats.lu www.cf-avocats.lu

Deynecourt - law office 5 rue du Fort Rheinsheim L-2419 Luxembourg 20 40 90 30 contact@deynecourt.com www.deynecourt.com F11

Dupong, Krieps, Du Bois & Dias Videira - law office 9 rue des Trévires L-2628 Luxembourg 40 37 48 info@dkdb.lu www.dkdb.lu G12

Karine Reuter notary office 488 route de Longwy L-1940 Luxembourg 28 66 68 1 notaire@notaire-reuter.lu www.notaire-reuter.lu I4

Kronshagen - law office 22 rue Marie-Adélaïde L-2128 Luxembourg 45 44 04 1 ak@kronshagen.lu www.kronshagen.lu F11

Lex Thielen & Associés law office 10 rue Willy Goergen L-1636 Luxembourg 26 26 02 02 question@lexthielen.com www.lexthielen.com E12

Thewes & Reuter law office 13 rue Large L-1917 Luxembourg 22 66 22 1 info@thewes-reuter.lu www.thewes-reuter.lu F12

Wagener & Erpelding law office 101 avenue du Bois L-1250 Luxembourg 26 73 07 30 yves.wagener@w-e.lu www.w-e.lu D11

RELOCATION COMPANIES AB-Lux 26 18 76 46 info@ab-lux.com www.ab-lux.com AB-Lux Relocation Services

Active relocation luxembourg 27 04 85 00 info@arlux.lu www.arlux.lu active relocation luxembourg

Best Estate Services Luxembourg 691 332 695 info@bestservices.lu www.bestservices.lu BEST Estate Services

Cooptalis 20 21 31 94 contact@cooptalis.com www.cooptalis.com Cooptalis Cooptalis Cooptalis

European Relocation Services 26 64 99 22 info@erslux.lu www.erslux.lu European Relocation Services

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From green spaces to yoga in parks, there are plenty of ways to find work-life balance in the grand duchy

Overview #LeisureTime

Be open to new ideas A lot of people are no longer passive about maximising their free hours since covid. New social habits are being formed, and this will only add to Luxembourg’s already extensive selection for a good time.

Just when you think you’ve figured out the grand duchy, there’s always that one friend who suggests a restaurant, café, park, music concert, trail, theatre piece or exhibition that you’ve never heard about. Although small, when it comes to finding activities to do during your spare time, Luxembourg is not short of things to do, and regardless of how long you’ve lived in the country, there’s always something that will surprise you.

If you take, for example, the over 60 museums the country offers, it is practically impossible to see all the permanent and constantly changing temporary exhi-

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bitions each one offers--not to mention the events by several communes, community-based groups and cultural venues, all regularly adding to your mix of options.

Of course, there are also several impressive must-see historical site attractions or annual fairs and festivals, but whether you choose to enjoy a contemporary dance performance at the Trois C-L, a play at the Grand Théâtre, a Luxembourg Philharmonic Orchestra performance, artistic residencies at Neimënster, a quiet afternoon at the National Library of Luxembourg or a wild night out at the Rotondes, there are hundreds of locations waiting to receive you with open arms on a daily basis.

If there’s one good thing that came from the pandemic, it’s that it induced a strong conviction that work and life can find interesting ways to merge, so the trivial excuse of not having time to enjoy these many pleasures or at least the tranquillity of Luxembourg’s natural scenery, for example, is no longer admissible. As long as you have good internet connection, just imagine the countless possibilities. You can decide to work from a Luxembourg

castle of your choice, one of the grand duchy’s many parks and gardens, or try out new cafés you’ve been aching to see or several other outdoor or indoor settings that bring you the most fulfilment and pleasure. There’s no reason to move from the four walls of your office building to the four walls of your home.

Even for those who don’t work remotely, the capital city is small enough that it’s simple to hop on the tram after work, ride it to the Philharmonie to catch a concert, even to see culture along the ride, as the tram passes a wide range of sculptures.

Digital nomads, leisure travellers and freelancers can all attest to the overall impact this balance could have on one’s mental health and overall quality of life.

In addition, you also stand to gain a changed perspective of Luxembourg when you begin to interact and appreciate the uniqueness of activities you can find here throughout the year as long as you remain open to new ideas.

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“The party ‘capital’ of Luxembourg switches” Ejup Abdili, who owns four venues--including Konrad and one of Luxembourg’s oldest bars, Steiler--shares his thoughts on nightlife and how residents’ desire for fun has been rekindled by covid.

Where in Luxembourg can be considered the party ‘capital’?

I’d say the party ‘capital’ of Luxembourg switches from one place to the other based on two seasons.

In wintertime, the capital for parties is more in Luxembourg City. And then, in summertime-because of the weather, more spaces with terraces and so on--I would say it’s Luxembourg City but also other cities, as they offer very interesting activities.

In summer, there are several opportunities for open-air parties, and normally, this is what people want.

For example, if we consider the south, we have Esch-sur-Alzette as the European Capital of Culture this year and the music festival [Fête de la Musique] happening in Dudelange. I also know friends organising events by the Moselle… there are different options.

In one word, I think Luxembourg has a lot to offer--but this will improve over the next few years as more and more people decide to live here. Every year, I see more interesting offers from the horeca sector, with more entrepreneurs entering the Luxembourg market and opening new venues.

between the ages of 26 to 30 years entering the job market. And, well, there is that saying that once you reach around 30, you tend not to enjoy clubbing like in other moments of your life--and maybe because of this, there’s a lack of places for older people in Luxembourg. Nevertheless, I’ve seen some changes and improvements just after the pandemic. People around their 30s started having the will to go clubbing, and so you see a few people who are not bar or club owners launching some projects to invite DJs and organising parties in different venues.

Clubbing for people in their 30s or older is interesting because, I think, these sorts of people want something more in the sense that they don’t want a normal club… For the moment here in Luxembourg, we need to work a bit more on that offer.

What kind of new offers would you like to see?

I would like to see more original and new ideas coming to Luxembourg. There is a lot going on, and you have the traditional shows… but I would like to see more creativity and interesting things coming up. For entrepreneurs, events are useful to bring in profit, but we also need to remember that beyond profit, we are here to contribute to the development of society and to give something in terms of culture and life in the city of Luxembourg. Open mics and jam sessions are great, [as] they give people the chance to express their talents, but let’s try to go beyond that.

Did people’s interest in nightlife pick up after the ease of covid restrictions?

I think that these two years of the pandemic brought opportunities and [increased] people’s will to enjoy life a bit more. There is still some fear because covid has not completely disappeared, and I see people still fear that it may come back.

And, because of this, there’s the will to enjoy the freedom and tranquillity that we have right now. So the pandemic has changed many things in our attitude towards social life and going out. I see that people are more eager to spend time with their friends, to spend time in the cafes, to go out and just enjoy life more.

How about older people? Is there a vibrant nightlife scene for older clubbers, for example?

In Luxembourg, you see a lot of young people who go to study abroad, but then you have people

Together with his brother, Ejup Abdili runs Konrad, Steiler, Lady Jane and MontChalet

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Make your free time worthwhile Representatives from the Agence du Bénévolat--Martine Mergen (pictured above) and Mike de Waha--share three pros of volunteering as an expat in Luxembourg.

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When Zenia Dutta Roy arrived in Luxembourg about 14 years ago, most people preferred to play safe with their fashion choices, especially with regards to colours. Over time, she notes a shift in fashion preferences in favour of comfort, practicality and, most importantly, an openness to colour.

As you walk into the Les Sûtras boutique, it’s almost impossible for your face not to light up at the sight of the beautiful array of scarves, vibrant clothing--including jackets, tops, ponchos, capes, kimonos--accessories and personalised home products. Les Sûtras’ motto is “threads that bind”, and its aim is to unite various groups through threadworks.

When it comes to fashion in Luxembourg, it’s not just the youngsters upping their game, but also older clients, including men. In fact, most of her clientele range from 35 to 90 years old. “They are loving colours and are open to new things, and it’s very encouraging,” explains Dutta Roy, while recalling the pleasure of an 80-year-old trying on a cape.

Although the dynamic patterns, colours and designs come from her, she humbly adds that a lot of her ideas originate from her clients and that she collaborates with other designers.

“I believe in slow fashion and classics, and I always use sustainable and natural material. We have started using lotus and rose fabrics, for instance. Silk never goes out of style; designs like these will never go out of style,” says Dutta Roy. To expand the clothing varieties and shopping options for Luxembourg’s clientele, a good number of the brand’s clothing includes unisex and unisize options, given the preoccupation of the founder to limit waste.

Her own personal style includes blending plain colours with colourful accessories or merging colourful or patterned fabric with plain scarves or jackets. “There’s a possibility of doing different things with colours,” explains Dutta Roy, and there are no dos and don’ts if you feel good in them.

Les Sûtras also collaborates with and promotes other Luxembourg brands in-store and works together with local designers for its bridal line. “Luxembourg is very encouraging.

If they like your work or art, they really promote you, and they value when there is a human touch to the brand and that’s what I want to do,” explains Dutta Roy. “It’s not just the numbers for me.”

be part of local life and your commune, discover projects to participate in.

3 Having fun: volunteers can enjoy

leisure activities, have a good time together, but also give pleasure to others by committing to an important cause, helping a particular group, giving meaning to your actions.

Top travel spots In 2022, Luxair’s summer travel destinations peaked for the first time in the airline’s history.

Top destinations are Spain, Italy and Portugal.

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Zenia Dutta Roy, founder of Luxembourg fashion brand Les Sûtras and former personal shopper, says residents have upped their fashion game, and exploring colours is the new normal.

2 Getting to know fellow citizens:

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volunteering allows you to discover the culture, learn or practise a language, meet new people, make social contacts, create networks for possible professional integration, and acquire new skills and knowledge.

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5 tips from Fabien Rodrigues Editor-in-chief of Paperjam Foodzilla shares five restaurant tips and must-try dishes.

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Luxembourgish Gudde Maufel in Habscht, for its Bouchée à la reine luxembourgeoise.

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Culture in Luxembourg has always been vibrant, explains Sietzen, but the first cultural year in 1995 was a game changer, as it created the conditions for the emergence of most popular cultural institutions today The programme for each season is preselected autonomously by the institutions and often presided by a diverse commission, like in the case of the Grand Théâtre or the Théâtre des Capucins, for example, before it is reviewed by the college of aldermen.

She describes her office as an intermediary for the various institutions, private organisers, associations and more, adding that the City also provides technical and financial support as required and has agreements with diverse cultural players.

Today “every cultural field is well represented,” she says, adding that the tendency of young cultural actors who studied abroad to return to Luxembourg these days is a sign of progress. She cites the further adaptation of offers to match the multicultural diversity of the public as areas that will always require effort, adding that the city already does this via several measures. For example, the “Kulturpass” initiative to facilitate cultural access, or cultural projects like Les Rotondes,

which underwent a rebirth during the second cultural year in Luxembourg in 2007 and was co-financed by the City of Luxembourg and the culture ministry.

“Culture is a language that speaks to everyone and shouldn’t be seen as an elitist affair,” says Sietzen. With less covid restrictions, popular annual events like the Schueberfouer annual funfair and the Blues’n Jazz Rallye, for example, are making a comeback.

However, interaction with culture is a two-way street. “We bring people to culture, but also culture to people,” she explains, citing several exhibitions in public spaces as prime examples of how this is done to imbibe a cultural consciousness. The Boxes of Life project by Elisabeth Schilling and supported by the City is such a project taking place in the aftermath of the lockdown.

Luxembourg’s active participation in international festivals like the Rencontres d’Arles also points to dynamism of the sector.

“We work together for the same aim: to bring people together, forge projects that reinforce Luxembourg’s cultural image and [its] position as a cultural destination,” says Sietzen. www.vdl.lu

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French Restaurant Clairefontaine in Luxembourg, for its famous Bresse chicken.

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Italian Fani Ristorante in Roeser, for its ravioli and pigeon.

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Belgian La Baraque in Luxembourg, for its shrimp croquettes and homemade fries with andalouse sauce.

MUSEUMS

“Art allows us escape to other realms, stirs emotions, challenges us, [is] a form of meditation”

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Matic Zorman, Guy Wolff, Marion Dessard/Mudam Luxembourg

The City’s cultural scene has “exploded” over the three periods of being culture capital, says Luxembourg City’s cultural coordinator, Christiane Sietzen.

Chez Isabel Bacano in Hesperange, for its renowned garlic scampi.

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PARKS, GARDENS & LAKES Echternach Lake Hike around the lake or in the surrounding woods, have a picnic or take to the water in a paddle boat.

Rue des Romains L-6578 Echternach www.visitechternach.lu F7

Escher Déierepark Houses an array of cute animals and a playground.

64 Gaalgebierg L-4142 Esch-sur-Alzette 27 54 37 50 deierepark@villeesch.lu www.deierepark.lu J3

Haff Réimech nature reserve 5 Breicherwee L-5441 Remerschen 23 60 90 61-24 J6

Mediterranean Garden 89 route du Vin L-5447 Schwebsange 26 66 55 37 info@mediterraner-garten.lu www.mediterraner-garten.lu I6

Merl-Belair Park Boulevard Pierre Dupong L-1430 Luxembourg F10

Mondorf-les-Bains Spa Park Avenue des Bains L-5601 Mondorf-les-Bains 23 66 75 75 contact@mondorf.info www.mondorf.info I5

Municipal Park Home to the Pirate Ship playground for kids and the Kinnekswiss meadow, where teenagers hang out in summer.

18 avenue Emile Reuter L-2420 Luxembourg E11, F11

Parc Merveilleux (Fairy tale park) A mini zoo with domestic and exotic animals and some great playground spaces for younger kids.

Route de Mondorf L-3260 Bettembourg 51 10 48 1 www.parc-merveilleux.lu J4

Remerschen lakes

Little English Bookworm

Breicherwee L-5441 Remerschen J6

Offers a variety of workshops, tutorials and book recommendations to help support children's reading development.

Upper Sûre nature park & lake A favourite spot in the summer for swimming, BBQs and picnics, though you have to book a spot in high season.

15 route de Lultzhausen L-9650 Esch-sur-Sûre 89 93 31 1 info@naturpark-sure.lu www.naturpark-sure.lu D3

LIBRARIES Cité Bibliothèque A neat lending library with a good selection of books in English for both adults and chidren.

3 rue Genistre L-1623 Luxembourg 47 96 27 32 www.bimu.lu E12

Bibliothèque Nationale The national library is housed in an impressive building and has a vast reference collection that is also accessible digitally.

37D avenue J-F Kennedy L-1855 Luxembourg 26 55 91 00 www.bnl.etat.lu F12

ENGLISHLANGUAGE BOOKSHOPS & NEWSAGENTS Alinea An extensive first-floor section dedicated to English literature.

5 rue Beaumont L-1219 Luxembourg 22 67 87 www.alinea.lu E12

Ernster Book store chain Ernster sells English language books in all its outlets, but also has a specialist All English Bookstore store in the centre of town.

4 rue de la Reine L-2418 Luxembourg 22 50 77 280 www.ernster.com F12

691 395 203 www.littleenglishbookworm.com

K Kiosk The newsagent chain stocks select English-language newspapers, magazines and some books.

Multiple locations across Luxembourg

TOURIST OFFICES Luxembourg City Tourist Office 30 place Guillaume II L-1648 Luxembourg 22 28 09 touristinfo@lcto.lu www.lcto.lu F12

Moselle Tourist Office 52 route du Vin L-5405 Bech-Kleinmacher 26 74 78 74 info@visitmoselle.lu www.visitmoselle.lu I6

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MUSEUMS Am Tunnel A vast collection of visual arts, especially photographs, housed underground.

16 rue Zithe L-2763 Luxembourg 40 15 24 50 www.bcee.lu F11

“The Bitter Years” Waassertuerm An exhibition of Great Depression photos that Luxembourg-born Edward Steichen curated for Moma in New York.

The venue also showcases temporary photo exhibitions.

1B rue du Centenaire L-3475 Dudelange 52 24 24 1 pomhouse@cna.etat.lu www.steichencollections.lu J4

Blast Furnace Belval Avenue du Rock’n’Roll L-4361 Esch-sur-Alzette 26 84 01 visite@fonds-belval.lu www.fonds-belval.lu J3

Casino Luxembourg

Mullerthal Tourist Office

Trendy city centre art space dedicated exclusively to contemporary creation.

9-10 parvis de la Basilique L-6486 Echternach 72 04 57 1 info@mullerthal.lu www.mullerthal.lu F7

41 rue Notre-Dame L-2240 Luxembourg 22 50 45 info@casino-luxembourg.lu www.casino-luxembourg.lu F11

Éislek Tourist Office

Dräi Eechelen Museum

18 Grand-Rue L-9410 Vianden 26 95 05 66 info@eislek.lu www.visit-eislek.lu D5

A permanent exhibition illustrates various eras of the medieval casemates fortifications and Luxembourg’s history.

Esch-sur-Alzette Tourist Office Hôtel de Ville, 85 rue de l’Alzette L-4011 Esch-sur-Alzette 27 54 1 www.esch.lu J3

5 Parc Dräi Eechelen L-1499 Luxembourg 26 43 35 info@m3e.etat.lu www.m3e.lu E13

The Family of Man Clervaux castle is now the permanent home to this breathtaking exhibition of 503 photographs by 273 artists from 68 countries. Curated by Luxembourgborn Edward Steichen the exhibition toured the world to record audiences in the 1950s.

Château L-9712 Clervaux 92 96 57 fom@cna.etat.lu www.steichencollections-cna.lu C4

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Museum focused on the history of the capital city, with a permanent collection and temporary themed exhibits.

14 rue du Saint-Esprit L-2090 Luxembourg 47 96 45 00 musee@vdl.lu www.citymuseum.lu F12

Luxembourg Science Center Packed with interactive experiments and hosts shows and workshops.

1 rue John Ernest Dolibois L-4573 Differdange 28 83 99 1 info@science-center.lu www.science-center.lu I2

Mudam (Musée d’Art Moderne Grand-Duc Jean) Internationally renowned contemporary art museum with an impressive permanent collection of close to 700 works. It also houses temporary shows featuring important names from Luxembourg and abroad.

3 Parc Dräi Eechelen L-1499 Luxembourg 45 37 85 1 info@mudam.lu www.mudam.lu E13

Museum-Memorial of Deportation A tribute to the thousands of Luxembourgers who were sent to death camps or to enforced service in the German army during WWII. 3A rue de la Déportation L-1415 Luxembourg 24 78 81 91 secretariat@cdref.etat.lu G11

National Mining Museum A collection showcasing the exploitation of iron ore since the beginning of the 19th century, including tools, equipment and archives.

Rue de la Bruyère L-3714 Rumelange 56 56 88 info@mnm.lu www.mnm.lu J3

National Museum of Military History Diekirch Houses life-size dioramas, military paraphernalia and photographic exhibits.

10 rue Bamertal L-9209 Diekirch 80 89 08 reception@mnhm.lu www.mnhm.lu E5

National Museum of Natural History Permanent exhibition shows the natural history of the grand duchy and greater region, while temporary exhibits showcase different aspects of the natural sciences.

25 rue Münster L-2160 Luxembourg 46 22 33 1 musee-info@mnhn.lu www.mnhn.lu F12

Slate Museum Maison 3 L-8823, Haut-Martelange 23 64 01 41 info@ardoise.lu www.ardoise.lu F1

Tram and Bus Museum

Kinneksbond

Hosts gala events in a magnificent ballroom, while its adjoining modern part has an auditorium above the city’s library.

The comfortable purpose-built venue puts on a wide variety of acclaimed dance performances, concerts, theatre, circus shows, exhibitions, seminars and workshops.

Place d’Armes L-1368 Luxembourg 46 49 46-1 info@cerclecite.lu www.cerclecite.lu E12

Cube 521 A diverse lineup of jazz, classical music and theatre, dance, cabaret, plus events for kids.

1-3 Driicht L-9764 Marnach 52 15 21 info@cube521.lu www.cube521.lu C4

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Centre des Arts Pluriels Ed. Juncker

Archaeology and the fine arts compose the museum's collection, while it also hosts thematic exhibitions.

Regional venue hosts music and dance and theatre.

Place Marie-Adélaïde L-9063 Ettelbruck www.cape.lu E4

116 rue de Luxembourg L-4221 Esch-sur-Alzette 55 44 93 1 mail@kulturfabrik.lu www.kulturfabrik.lu J3

A regional theatre with a variety of drama, dance and music.

Den Atelier A converted garage that hosts shows by international rock, indie, pop and soul and hip-hop artists.

Escher Théâter

PERFORMANCE ART VENUES

A former slaughterhouse turned into a live music and theatre venue, there’s a cinema attached too.

Mierscher Kulturhaus

Villa Vauban

18 avenue Emile Reuter L-2420 Luxembourg 47 96 49 00 villavauban@2musees.vdl.lu www.villavauban.lu E11

Kulturfabrik

17 rue du Saint-Esprit L-1475 Luxembourg www.deguddewellen.lu F12

54 rue de Hollerich L-1740 Luxembourg 49 54 85 1 info@atelier.lu www.atelier.lu G11

Houses a wonderful collection of Dutch painting from the Golden Age (17th century) and 19th-century French history and landscape painting as well as temporary exhibitions.

42 route d’Arlon L-8210 Mamer 26 39 51 00 info@kinneksbond.lu www.kinneksbond.lu H4

Small and intimate venue puts on gigs by up and coming artists.

63 rue de Bouillon L-1248, Luxembourg 47 96 23 85 tramsmusee@vdl.lu www.rail.lu G10

National Museum of History and Art

Marché-aux-Poissons L-2345 Luxembourg 47 93 30 1 musee@mnha.etat.lu www.mnha.lu E12

Cercle Cité

Stages shows by touring companies as well as its own productions.

120 rue de l’Alzette L-4010 Esch-sur-Alzette 27 54 50 10 or 27 54 50 20 theatre.esch.lu J3

Grand Théâtre A theatre of international repute that co-produces its own shows and hosts acclaimed international drama, musical theatre, dance and opera.

1 rond-point Schuman L-2525 Luxembourg 47 96 39 00 lestheatres@vdl.lu www.theatres.lu E11, E12

Kasemattentheater Theatre shows mostly in German or Luxembourgish.

14 rue du Puits L-2355 Luxembourg 29 12 81 ticket@kasemattentheater.lu www.kasemattentheater.lu H12

53 rue Grande-Duchesse Charlotte L-7520 Mersch www.kulturhaus.lu F4

Neimënster The abbey and former prison is now a public meeting place and a cultural centre. In a gorgeous location, neimënster hosts regular art exihibitions, concerts (including a jazz brunch on Sundays), theatre performance and conferences as well as a great open-air festival in the summer.

28 rue Münster L-2160 Luxembourg 26 20 52 1 contact@neimenster.lu www.neimenster.lu F12

Opderschmelz Multi-disciplinary arts centre that hosts jazz and pop concerts, dance and theatre.

1A rue du Centenaire L-3475 Dudelange www.opderschmelz.lu J4

Philharmonie Internationally renowned concert hall attracts prestigious classical, jazz and world music artists and orchestras.

1 place de l’Europe L-1499 Luxembourg 26 02 27 1 info@philharmonie.lu www.philharmonie.lu D13

Rocas A small upstairs space for concerts and theatre.

33 rue des Capucins L-1313 Luxembourg 27 47 86 20 www.rocas.lu E12

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Clervaux Castle

5 avenue du Rock’n’Roll L-4361 Esch-sur-Alzette www.rockhal.lu J3

Montée du Château L-9712 Clervaux 27 800 1 info@destination-clervaux.lu www.destination-clervaux.lu C4

Rotondes Home to exhibitions, workshop programmes, theatre (especially for younger audiences) and some great concerts, including the excellent Congés Annulés summer festival.

Place des Rotondes L-2448 Luxembourg 26 62 20 07 info@rotondes.lu www.rotondes.lu G12

Sang a Klang Attracts some of the best blues artists on the international circuit.

Rue Vauban / rue des Trois Glands L-2663 Luxembourg www.bluesclub.lu E12

Théâtre des Capucins A showcase theatre for local productions and smaller international shows.

9 place du Théâtre L-2613 Luxembourg 47 96 39 00 lestheatres@vdl.lu www.theatres.lu

Théâtre National du Luxembourg Experimental theatre, mostly in French and German, but with some Englishlanguage shows.

194 route de Longwy L-1940 Luxembourg www.tnl.lu F9

CASTLES Beaufort Castle Rue du Château L-6313 Beaufort 83 66 01 contact@beaufortcastles.com www.beaufortcastles.com F6

Bourglinster Castle The castle now has three banqueting halls and the Michelin-starred “La Distillerie” restaurant.

8 rue du Château L-6162 Bourglinster 78 78 78 1 mail@bourglinster.lu www.bourglinster.lu G5

Bourscheid Castle 1 Schlasswee L-9140 Bourscheid 99 05 70 chateau.bourscheid@pt.lu www.bourscheid.lu D4

Grand Ducal Palace In its function as the city residence of the Grand Ducal family, it is situated right in the core of the Old Town. Formerly the first town hall of the city occupied the site of the present palace; destroyed by a gunpowder explosion (1554), the town hall was rebuilt 20 years later. Since 1890 the main building has been the Palace of the Grand Dukes. The palace is open to visitors from mid-July till end of August every year for guided visits.

17 rue du Marché-aux-Herbes L-1728 Luxembourg 22 28 09 touristinfo@lcto.lu www.luxembourg-city.com F12

Larochette Castle Montée du Château L-7622 Larochette 26 87 09 68 info@visitlarochette.lu www.chateaularochette.lu F5

Vianden Castle Montée du Château L-9408 Vianden 83 41 08-1 info@castle-vianden.lu www.castle-vianden.lu D5

Valley of the Seven Castles Eischen-Gaichel www.visitluxembourg.com G3

Casemates du Bock The 17km long Unesco World Heritage galleries were built in the mid-18th century

by Austrians. It is one of the top attractions to do in Luxembourg City and offers a unique view on the Rives de Clausen. It is recommended to bring a walking stick as it is physically challenging.

American Women’s Club of Luxembourg Hosts all sorts of activities for women and has its own clubhouse where members meet, socialise and offer language classes.

51 rue Marie-Adélaïde L-2128 Luxembourg 44 84 77 clubhouseawcl@gmail.com www.awcluxembourg.com

Anglican Church of Luxembourg Choir 5 avenue Marie-Thérèse L-2132 Luxembourg 43 95 93 office@anglican.lu www.anglican.lu F11

BGT theatre English-language theatre group that puts on small intimate shows, including a series that showcases young female talent. www.bgt.lu

British Ladies Club of Luxembourg Organises regular events, activities for children and raises funds for various good causes.

Luxembourg info@blc.lu www.blc.lu

British-Luxembourg Society The association strives to deepen, maintain and develop bonds between the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and Great Britain. info@b-l-s.lu www.b-l-s.lu

Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann Promotes Irish culture through music, dancing and singing and fosters the Irish language. comhaltas.lu@gmail.com www.comhaltas.lu

New World Theatre Club Promotes Anglophone theatre by putting on shows, organising workshops and developing young talent. chair@nwtc.lu www.nwtc.lu

Pirate Productions English-speaking musical theatre group open to people of any age, nationality and level of experience.

621 249 376 chair@pirates.lu www.pirateproductions.lu

Sub Aqua Club Luxembourg BP 1714 L-1017 Luxembourg 35 94 78 info@sacl.lu www.sacl.lu

Science Fiction & Fantasy Society Luxembourg Organises the annual LuxCon festival for genre fans. info@sffs.lu SFFSLux

Voices International A community choir that performs a wide variety of musical styles in English and other languages. chairman@voicesinternational.lu www.voicesinternational.lu

VOLUNTEERING Caritas 40 21 31 1 caritas@caritas.lu www.caritas.lu

InterNations

Centre for Ecological Learning

Montée de Clausen, Luxembourg 22 28 09 touristinfo@lcto.lu www.luxembourg-city.com E12

An international community for people who live and work abroad, offering global networking opportunities, local events and expat information.

Provides an experimental space for thinking, researching, disseminating and practicing post-carbon lifestyles and regenerative culture.

www.internations.org

CLUBS & GROUPS

info@cell.lu www.cell.lu

Irish Club of Luxembourg

Actors Repertory Theatre Luxembourg An international company that produces occasional English-language theatrical productions. info@actorsrep.lu www.actorsrep.lu

A focal point for Irish activities in the grand duchy. www.irishclub.lu

Meetup A platform allowing users to organise their own local group or find meetings to better pursue hobbies, advance causes, network with peers, get health support, or just arrange a friendly playgroup for their kids. www.meetup.com

Déierenasyl The national animal shelter, in Gapserich, needs volunteers to take dogs out for a walk.

6 boulevard de Kockelscheuer L-1821 Luxembourg 48 13 13 1 info@deierenasyl.lu www.deierenasyl.lu I11

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This NGO helps families of children with cancer through psychological, palliative and practical support.

Boevange-sur-Attert 51 46 29 1 secretariat@kriibskrankkanner.lu www.kriibskrankkanner.lu

Fondation Autisme Luxembourg Munshausen 26 91 11 1 autisme@fal.lu www.fal.lu

Fondatioun Kriibskrank Kanner Supports families of children with cancer and life-threatening diseases and supports cancer treatment research.

Strassen 31 31 70 contact@fondatioun.lu www.fondatioun.lu

Kanner Wonsch Raises funds to grant wishes for children and teenagers with a critical medical condition.

Bertrange 31 45 95 info@wonsch.lu www.wonsch.lu

Kanner-Jugendtelefon Provides help and support to children and adolescents in distress through an anonymous and confidential listening and counselling service.

Hesperange contact@kjt.lu www.kjt.lu

Médecins du Monde Provides medical assistance to disadvantaged people in care centres in Bonnevoie and Esch, or the CHL hospital.

Esch-sur-Alzette 28 89 23 71 www.medecinsdumonde.lu

Omega 90 Association for the promotion of palliative care and bereavement support.

Luxembourg 26 00 37 1 info@omega90.lu www.omega90.lu

Serve The City

Ultimate frisbee

Golf-Club Grand-Ducal

Helps homeless, asylum seekers, disabled, elderly, children in need, victims of abuse, and organises other projects aiming to improve the society such as park cleanups.

Stade Henri Funck L-1316 Neudorf info.ultimatedelux@gmail.com www.ultimatedelux.org C16

1 route de Trèves L-2633 Findel 34 00 90 www.gcgd.lu H5

Luxembourg hello@servethecity.lu www.servethecity.lu

Polo Club Luxembourg

Golf & Country Club Christnach

SOS Détresse SOS Détresse provides anonymous help to people in acute crisis or complex life situations.

Luxembourg 45 45 45 info@sosdetresse.lu www.454545.lu

Sportunity Uses sports to boost Luxembourg youth from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Luxembourg 691 717 101 team@sportunity.org www.sportunity.org

Stade Boy Konen L-1321 Luxembourg info@rcl.lu www.rcl.lu H9

Luxembourg Rugby Federation (FLR)

Kikuoka Country Club Scheierhaff L-5412 Canach 35 61 35 www.kikuoka.lu H6

Golf de Preisch 1 rue du Vieux Moulin F-57570 Basse-Rentgen (France) www.golf-de-preisch.com

Touch rugby

Golf de Luxembourg

14 allée du Carmel L-1354 Luxembourg info@sida.lu Stop Aids Now/Access

Stade Boy Konen and Stade Michel Wagner L-1321/L-2673 Luxembourg (Cessange/ Weimerskirch) luxembourgtouch@gmail.com www.touch-luxembourg.lu H9, C13

Domaine de Belenhaff L-6141 Junglinster 78 00 68-1 www.golfdeluxembourg.lu G5

Unicef

Walferdange Rugby

The foundation works in 190 countries and territories to protect children rights.

Rue de l’Alzette L-7210 Walferdange 691 240 756 walfer.secretariat@gmail.com www.walferdange-rugby.lu H4

18 route de Bettembourg L-1899 Kockelscheuer 26 48 08 74 www.luxgolfcenter.com I4

Stop Aids Now Focuses on Aids prevention activities in Luxembourg and on international sustainable development actions.

Luxembourg 44 87 15 contact@unicef.lu www.unicef.lu

SPORTS Hockey Club Luxembourg Stade Boy Konen L-2548 Luxembourg 44 55 21 1580 www.hockey.lu I4

Gaelic Sports Club Luxembourg

Red Cross Luxembourg The NGO has an “international section” for English-speaking volunteers.

Cricket

Luxembourg 27 55 20 00 info@croix-rouge.lu www.croix-rouge.lu

Pierre Werner Cricket Ground L-7210 Walferdange www.luxembourgcricket.org H4

rotaractluxemburg@gmail.com www.rotaractluxembourg.com

Rugby Club Luxembourg

46 Am Lahr L-7641 Christnach 87 83 83 www.golfclubchristnach.lu F5

info@rugby.lu www.rugby.lu

Stade Michel Wagner L-2673 Luxembourg Luxembourg GAA C13

Rotaract Luxembourg

64 rue des Celtes L-1318 Luxembourg 691 208 881 www.polo.lu H4

Tornado Luxembourg (ice hockey for over 22s) 42 route de Bettembourg L-1899 Kockelscheuer aschneid@pt.lu www.tornadoluxembourg.com I4

Lux Golf Center

Triathlon (FLTRI) www.fltri.lu

Handball (FLH) 48 54 74 www.flh.lu

Dudelange Steelers American Football Club

Luxembourg Huskies (ice hockey for under 22s)

Stade J-F Kennedy L-3502 Dudelange www.steelers.lu

42 route de Bettembourg L-1899 Kockelscheuer office.huskies@gmail.com www.icehockey-huskies.lu I4

Volleyball (FLVB)

Curling

Skiing (FLS)

42 route de Bettembourg L-1899 Kockelscheuer 621 768 182 club@curling.lu www.curling.lu I4

Luxembourg Football Association (FLF) 48 86 65 1 www.football.lu

48 41 86 secretariat@flvb.lu www.flvb.lu

www.fls.lu

Ice Skating Federation www.skating.lu

Field Sports (LFSF) 621 558 531 contact@lacrosse.lu www.fieldsports.lu

Basketball (FLBB) 48 18 76-1 www.flbb.lu

FOOD • DRINKS • DELIVERY • EVENTS

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FUSION RESTAURANT

GASTRONOMIC RESTAURANT

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TERRACE - BAR - CLUBBING  www.ikki.lu

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Sushi & much more

French & Vegan menus

Territorial food & microbrewery

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ROCK’N ROLL BAR

TRIBAL BAR

RESTAURANT - TERRACE  www.amclubhaus.lu

BAR - CONCERTS  www.rockbox.lu

TERRACE - BAR - CLUBBING  www.zulu-blanc.lu

Sushi & traditionnal food

Beer & coyote show

Music & cocktails

@HOME OR @OFFICE ORDER YOUR MEALS DIRECTLY ON WWW.FREEDELIVERY.LU HISTORICAL & GASTRONOMICAL LUXEMBOURG DOWNTOWN NIGHTLIFE VILLAGE

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Table Tennis (FLTT)

Redange

Kinepolis Kirchberg

Kulturhuef Kino

48 37 83 www.fltt.lu

28 rue de la Piscine L-8508 Redange 23 62 00 32 www.reidener-schwemm.lu F2

The largest cinema complex in Luxembourg, showing all the latest blockbusters. It has a 4D screening room.

54 route de Trèves L-6793 Grevenmacher 26 74 64-1 www.kulturhuef.lu G7

Tennis (FLT) 57 44 70 1 www.flt.lu

Athletics (FLA) 48 06 70 www.fla.lu

Cycling (FSCL) 29 23 17 www.fscl.lu

Gymnastics (FLGYM) 48 59 99 www.flgym.lu

SWIMMING POOLS Les Thermes Rue des Thermes L-8018 Strassen 27 03 00 27 www.lesthermes.net H4

D’Coque 2 rue Léon Hengen L-1745 Luxembourg reservation_request@coque.lu www.coque.lu C14

Aquasud Differdange 1 rue Jeannot Kremer L-4671 Differdange 27 32 83 1 www.vert-marine.com/aquasud/ I2

Centre Aquatique Krounebierg 14 rue de la Piscine L-7572 Mersch 50 23-823 www.krounebierg.lu F4

Mondorf Domaine Thermal 36 avenue des Bains L-5610 Mondorf-les-Bains 23 66 66 66 www.mondorf.lu J6

Pidal Spa Walferdange 37 rue des Prés L-7246 Helmsange 33 91 72 1 www.pidal.lu H4

Esch-sur-Alzette 1 place des Sacrifiés L-4115 Esch-sur-Alzette 27 54 72 00 https://.lesbainsduparc.esch.lu J3

Bonnevoie swimming pool 30 rue Sigismond L-2537 Luxembourg 47 96 34 71 www.vdl.lu H13

Aquatic Relaxation Centre (Badanstalt) 12 rue des Bains L-1212 Luxembourg 47 96 25 50 www.vdl.lu E12

Syrdall Schwemm Routscheed L-6939 Niederanven 34 93 63 1 www.syrdall-schwemm.lu H5

Vianden outdoor swimming pool Closed for renovation in 2022. rue du Sanatorium L-9425 Vianden 83 45 32 www.vianden-info.lu D5

45 avenue J-F Kennedy L-1855 Luxembourg 42 95 11 1 www.kinepolis.lu B16

Ciné Scala 46 rue de l’Industrie L-9250 Diekirch 28 11 98 1 www.cinescala.lu E5

Kinepolis Belval 7 avenue du Rock’n’Roll L-4361 Esch-sur-Alzette 26 57 20 1 www.kinepolis.lu J3

Ciné Utopia Specialises in art house and independent films.

16 avenue de la Faïencerie L-1510 Luxembourg 22 46 11 www.kinepolis.lu D11

Ciné Le Paris 12 rue de la Gare L-3236 Bettembourg 52 02 49 www.leparis.lu J4

Ciné Orion 24 rue de la Gare L-9906 Troisvierges 97 81 32 www.orion.lu B3

Bettembourg

Ciné Prabbeli

10 rue James-Hillard Polk L-3275 Bettembourg 26 52 95 1 www.an-der-schwemm.lu J4

8 rue de la Montagne L-9538 Wiltz 95 92 05-1 www.prabbeli.lu D3

CINEMAS

Ciné Starlight

Cinémathèque de la Ville de Luxembourg Screens retrospectives and classic films alongside modern gems.

17 place du Théâtre L-2613 Luxembourg 47 96 30 46 www.vdl.lu E12

1B rue du Centenaire L-3475 Dudelange 52 24 24 1 www.cinestarlight.lu J4

Ciné Sura 18 rue de la Montagne L-6470 Echternach 72 88 78 www.cinesura.com F7

Kinoler 38 rue Principale L-8376 Kahler www.kinoler.lu H3

Ciné Waasserhaus Avenue des Bains L-5610 Mondorf-les-Bains 57 57 58 www.caramba.lu J6

Ciné Kursaal 8 rue des Martyrs L-3739 Rumelange 57 57 58 www.caramba.lu J3

RESTAURANTS Luxembourg has just 8 Michelin-starred restaurants (including the 2-star Ma Langue Sourit), but there are dozens and dozens of fine dining restaurants worth checking out and lots of great establishments serving local and international fare. Check out Foodzilla on delano.lu for more information by scanning the QR code.

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Meet the ambassadors

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Photos GUY WOLFF

Population figures (1 January 2022)

Note: photos in this portfolio were taken in various spots around the grand duchy from end-June through 3 July 2022.

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Whether they’re fostering bilateral relations in business or culture, or representing their nations at networking events and meetings, ambassadors are busy individuals. This portfolio presents a selection of them in a more informal setting, as they take us along some of their favourite locations in the grand duchy and talk more about what they get up to when they have a bit of downtime.

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ITALY AMBASSADOR

Diego Brasioli, since June 2020 RESIDENTS

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IMPORTANT DATES

Republic Day, 2 June WHERE TO FIND ITALIANS

Camera di Commercio ItaloLussemburghese

http://www.ccilux.eu

Fondation Cavour luxembourg www.fondationcavour.lu

Diego Brasioli Italian ambassador Diego Brasioli appreciates culture, whether he’s visiting the Lëtzebuerg City Museum or walking along the Corniche with its scenic views. “It’s a very nice experience that I always let Italian delegations have when they are visiting the city,” he explains. He values the Italian embassy’s official residence, a 19th-century ‘maison de maître’. “Its beautiful salons allow me to enjoy my personal collection of oriental rugs and art that has grown over the course of my career in Asia and the Middle East.”

Italians make up one of the largest expat communities in the grand duchy. It’s the embassy’s role to act “as an ‘opportunity multiplier’ in bilateral relations with the host country”, and he’s engaged on three key fronts: consular assistance, “an ever-increasing level of economic and political excellence between our countries” and encouraging cooperation in various areas.

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UNITED KINGDOM AMBASSADOR

Fleur Thomas, since April 2021

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When British ambassador Fleur Thomas wants “to escape the hustle and bustle of diplomatic life”, she relishes walking in places like Walferdange, where she enjoys the history of a Roman villa in the area. “Only about half of the site has been researched, and the villa has not yet been unearthed,” she says. “They are some of the deepest wells in the region, and the system is fascinating.” It’s also a good place to listen to songbirds, she adds. The grand duchy and the UK have rich ties, culturally, economically and historically. The grand duke recently viewed an exhibition on Queen Elizabeth II’s ties to the grand ducal family in honour of her platinum jubilee, while plenty of British artists have exhibited at places like Mudam and Villa Vauban, for example. “I have also had the chance of surprising my teenage self by meeting Boy George in Esch-sur-Alzette during Luxembourg Pride,” the ambassador adds.

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Queen’s Birthday, second Saturday of June WHERE TO FIND THE BRITISH

British-Luxembourg Society https://b-l-s.lu

British Chamber of Commerce for Luxembourg www.bcc.lu

British Ladies Club Luxembourg www.blc.lu

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CZECHIA AMBASSADOR

Vladimír Bärtl, since February 2020 RESIDENTS

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IMPORTANT DATES

Foundation of the Independent Czechoslovak State, 28 October WHERE TO FIND CZECHIANS

Amitiés tchèque et slovaque – Luxembourg www.atsl.lu

Vladimír Bärtl It’s through flight that Czech ambassador Vladimír Bärtl says he’s able to “switch from the world of diplomacy to the world of wings”.

Having flown since 1995, he regularly visits the Aéro-Club and airport to take out the above Piper PA-28, which he recently used to fly a group of ambassadors and other dignitaries to the Spangdahlem Air Base. While he appreciates meeting fellow aviators through the aero clubs he’s joined in his various posts abroad, he also sees links between his hobby and his career: “Aeronautical radio communication is structured and concise: who I am, where I am, where I’m heading, what my immediate intentions are,” he says, “all of which are beautifully applicable to international negotiations!” The two nations have a long history, he explains, starting with Luxembourg kings on the Bohemian throne and today “like-minded in many areas in multilateral forums”.

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IRELAND AMBASSADOR

Stephen Dawson, since October 2019 RESIDENTS

Stephen Dawson Irish ambassador Stephen Dawson’s tenure in Luxembourg has been dominated by the covid pandemic, which makes him conscious of the very many places he still has to visit. An avid birdwatcher, Dawson enjoys exploring the countryside, finding a bench in the woods and letting the woodland birds get used to him. “It is peaceful and meditative, and the exact opposite of the social bustle of an ambassador’s working life. Closest to home I do this in the woods around the military cemeteries in Sandweiler, places of sadness but also beauty and peacefulness.”

The professional diplomat has long been aware that Ireland and Luxembourg share similar values. And recent increase in trade and business links, i.e., in the financial and tech sectors, means that “recruitment companies now headhunt in both directions.”

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National Day (St. Patrick’s), 17 March WHERE TO FIND THE IRISH

Irish Club Luxembourg www.irishclub.lu

Ireland-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce www.ilcc.lu

Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann (cultural circle) www.comhaltas.lu

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JAPAN AMBASSADOR

Jiro Okuyama, since February 2020 RESIDENTS

537

IMPORTANT DATES

Emperor’s birthday, 23 February WHERE TO FIND THE JAPANESE

Japan Luxembourg Association www.jlaluxembourg.org

Jiro Okuyama Japanese ambassador Jiro Okuyama says that iSpace Europe is one of his favourite locations in the grand duchy “because it’s a symbol of our bilateral endeavour to explore space business, the goal of our next generation”. iSpace is a private Japanese company specialising in lunar rovers and robotic lunar landers and is currently working on its first mission launch through its commercial lunar exploration programme. But it’s not just in business or space exploration that the two countries have bridges. There’s also a “long-standing friendship between the imperial family of Japan and the grand ducal family of Luxembourg”. The ties are likely to deepen, as the next world expo takes place in 2025 in Osaka.

When asked what issues are important for Japanese expats, he answers, “The difficulty to find ingredients to cook authentic Japanese dishes.”

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BELGIUM AMBASSADOR

Thomas Lambert, since September 2020

Thomas Lambert Belgian ambassador Thomas Lambert says a recent visit to the blast furnaces in Belval “was a ‘wow’ experience”.

“As an amateur of photography and industrial architecture, the place also embodies the drive of Luxembourg to move ahead and stay ahead of the curve,” he says. “The campus is impressive because of its combination between industry and innovative learning, past, present and future.” For Belgian expats, navigating the healthcare system and finding affordable or shorter-term housing are amongst the main challenges. But there are plenty of bridges between the neighbouring countries, some more light-hearted: “From De Haan to Knokke, Belgians and Luxembourgers alike seem to share a special appreciation or ‘d’Belsch Plage’,” the ambassador says, adding that business pragmatism and self-deprecating humour are other areas he sees as commonalities.

RESIDENTS

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IMPORTANT DATES

National Day, 21 July

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AUSTRIA AMBASSADOR

Melitta Schubert, since October 2019 RESIDENTS

993

IMPORTANT DATES

National Day, 26 October

Melitta Schubert Austrian ambassador Melitta Schubert enjoys the hiking and biking trails so much that she cycled from Luxembourg City to Remich for this photo. “I love especially the Moselle region because water adds a special touch to the landscape, and it also reminds me of our famous Wachau region,” similarly known for its picturesque vineyards and lush hills. She and her team are working on a publication about Austria-Luxembourg links, expected for release by mid-2023. It was on her initiative in November 2021 that the Luxembourg Ladies Ambassadors Club was founded to support Femmes en Détresse. The group of six meet regularly, engaging with stakeholders to promote women’s rights.

“We are aware that there is still much work needed in this area... I’m proud to be part of this group of active, engaged and dedicated women.”

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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AMBASSADOR

Thomas Barrett It’s no secret that Luxembourg and the US have strong links, both members of Nato, the UN and OECD and signatories to the landmark Artemis Accords, part of the Moon-to-Mars mission.

US ambassador Tom Barrett, former Milwaukee mayor, is also familiar with the Luxembourg community, particularly in Wisconsin, not to mention the US’ role in liberation in past wars. Some global issues “have had a significant impact on [an] individual level, including on Americans, regardless of where they reside,” citing, for example, the “brutal war against a democratic nation on European soil” taking place in Ukraine. After a long day, he and his wife enjoy walking in the city’s old town and Grund, “like a small getaway from the liveliness of the centre… it’s a unique place where a calm natural space meets the historic city.” On this particular day, he discovered the Melusina statue for the first time.

Thomas Barrett, since February 2022 RESIDENTS

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IMPORTANT DATES

Independence Day, 4 July; Memorial Day service, last Saturday in May WHERE TO FIND AMERICANS

American Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg www.amcham.lu

American Women’s Club of Luxembourg www.awcluxembourg.com

EXPLORE THE PÉTRUSSE CASEMATES LIKE NEVER BEFORE Tickets luxembourg-city.com Luxembourg City Tourist Office - Place Guillaume II

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Plan ahead From annual traditions to seasonal favourites, here’s where people in Luxembourg will be heading and what they’ll be doing each month. Some dates vary a bit each year, so check online (such as www.delano.lu) for details (1).

AUTUMN September Tour de Luxembourg

November

October

Winter tyres

Annual professional road cycling stage race, which attracts top-notch local and international teams.

Don’t forget to switch from summer tyres ahead of the change in weather; you can get fined for driving in the snow without them.

Wine festivals Vintners and towns across Luxembourg’s Moselle valley host several events around the grape harvest.

Cineast

Broschtkriibslaf

Back to school

The 4km “breast cancer run” raises money for the fight against breast cancer.

The first day of class at Luxembourg state schools is typically around 15 September.

Red Rock Challenge

A 10km course through the former industrial town, usually mid-September.

British & Irish Film Season

The Eastern and Central European film and culture festival.

Steampunk Convention

Night of the Museums

Popular run along the scenic Moselle river, late September.

Nuit des Lampions The “Night of the Lanterns” in Wiltz features luminous installations and cultural performances.

Kropemannsfest Folk festival in Redange celebrating “Kropemann” (a swampy boogeyman with a giant hook), last Sunday of September.

Local and international contemporary artists and galleries exhibit.

Run in the Dark Late evening charity run in support of a paralysis research charity, usually mid-November.

Walferdange book days The “Walfer Bicherdeeg” is Luxembourg’s biggest book festival, held on the third weekend of November or so.

Nut festival Celebrate the nut harvest and all things nuts in Vianden, second Sunday of October. Family fun.

Route du Vin Half-Marathon

Shops are open on “Coat Sunday”, traditionally when you’d pick up a new winter wardrobe, usually the third Sunday of October.

Trail running, mountain biking and decathlon over three days in and around Belval.

Films from the isles are featured at Luxembourg City cinemas.

Enter a Victorianesque world at the Minett Park Fond-de-Gras.

Mantelsonndeg

Luxembourg Art Week

Bazar International de Luxembourg

Museums across the country are open till after midnight and feature special cultural programmes.

Home & Living Expo

This international bazaar is “the” event for expats (and native Luxembourgers too!) in the grand duchy. Shop, eat, drink and chat with 60+ nationalities ahead of the holidays. Proceeds go to charity. Held at Luxexpo over a weekend in late November or early December.

If you’re thinking about renovating or redecorating, check out this autumn fair.

Luxembourg Ladies Tennis Masters The international professional women’s tennis tournament is one of the largest sporting events held in the country.

Trauliicht Essentially Halloween; several groups organise children’s events.

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Several streets in Luxembourg City are turned into an open-air market, usually the first Monday of September (2). Shops are open (with special sales) the Sunday afternoon before.

Steel-Run Differdange

Residents are generally responsible for clearing snow from the pavement in front of their building.

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WINTER One of the most competitive long-course swimming competitions in Europe is held at d’Coque, late January.

Valentine’s Day Cupid makes his annual stop in Luxembourg, 14 February. If you want to dine out with that special someone, book well ahead.

Carnivals There are Carnival cavalcades and accompanying street fairs in towns across the country, staggered over several weekends in February and March (dates vary widely each year).

Christmas markets Several communes hold outdoor Christmas markets and events, such as “Winterlights” in the capital, where you can browse for gifts and enjoy a mulled wine with new and old friends.

Holiday bazaars The Luxembourg Red Cross, Danish church and several other groups hold seasonal markets in the run up to Christmas (some held in November).

St Nicholas Day Children receive sweets and presents from “de Kleeschen” (roughly, jolly old St Nick) on 6 December if they’ve been nice; if they’ve been naughty, then it’s a switch from “den Houseker”.

January Autofestival

February

Car dealers roll out special deals, beginning late January and running into early February. Good time to take a test drive.

Three Kings Day On “Dräikinneksdag”, the person who finds the figurine hidden in an Epiphany cake is crowned king or queen for a day, 6 January.

Christmas luncheons Several chambers of commerce, such as the British chamber and Amcham, and social clubs host holiday luncheons, which is a great way to meet their members.

Winter sales

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Retailers hold stock clearing sales starting the last weekend of December and running through the last weekend of January.

Liichtmëssdag Vakanz It’s already time to think about holidays and travel plans during the vacation fair at Luxexpo (3).

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Children carry torches and “beg” for goodies (traditionally they ask for bacon and peas, but today sweets are more appreciated) on Candlemas, 2 February. Keep an extra eye out for young pedestrians while driving that evening.

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March

April

Buergbrennen

Émaischen

“Buergen” (torches) are used to light bonfires which “burn away” winter in towns across the grand duchy. Organised by local councils and youth organisations under the supervision of the fire brigade.

There’s something warm to eat and drink, too. Very good chance to meet your neighbours. Held the first Sunday after Carnival (sometimes falls in February).

May

Buy “Péckvillercher” (clay bird-shaped whistles) at the Easter Monday markets in Luxembourg City and Nospelt.

Luxembourg City Film Festival The capital rolls out the red carpet for the country’s premiere cinema event, which runs 11 days during the first half of March.

Migration festival Celebrates multicultural Luxembourg, with a spotlight on integration and NGOs.

Springbreak Luxembourg Commercial fair, featuring everything from food and drink to stuff for the house, at Luxexpo.(3)

Postlaf The 10km run around the capital’s southern area is usually the first big fun run of the year.

Easter egg hunt The British Ladies Club hosts an annual children’s activities event.

Grevenmacher wine market Winemakers present new vintages and offer special deals at the “Maacher Wäimoart”, the Friday after Easter.

LuxCon Beam yourself up to (and may the force be with you during) the Science Fiction & Fantasy Society’s annual convention.

Vide-greniers The City of Luxembourg hosts a flea market on the Champ du Glacis the first Sunday of the month between April and October. Many other communes and associations organise jumble sales; searching “Events” on Facebook is a good way to find them.

Oktav Relais pour la vie About 10,000 runners participate in the 24-hour relay race, a fundraiser for the Fondation Cancer. Check at work or with an association if you want to join a team.

Rose of Tralee Ball A charity fundraiser dinner-dance held in alternating years at which a jury selects a young woman to represent Luxembourg at the Rose of Tralee festival in Ireland.(3)

Pilgrimage (with a religiously themed market traditionally held on the Knuedler) held over a fortnight in April and May.

Out of the Crowd Independent music festival held at the Kulturfabrik in Esch-sur-Alzette.

DKV-Urban Trail Several walks and runs (from 900m to 34km) through the heart of the capital.

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BLC Car Boot Sale The British Ladies Club’s annual charity jumble sales is a chance to score a bargain and catch up with friends. Proceeds go to charity.

Plan “bridge” weekends There are three public holidays in May (and another one in early June), so get your long holiday weekends sorted in advance.

Konscht am Gronn A monthly art fair in the Grund neighbourhood at which local artists set up stalls to sell their works. Between May and October, on the first Sunday of the month from 10 a.m. till 6 p.m.

Darkness Into Light A 5km walk starts just before dawn on a Saturday in May to raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention and mental health associations in Luxembourg and Ireland.

Our Lady Fatima Pilgrimage to the shrine of Our Lady of Fatima, in Wiltz, popular with Luxembourg’s Portuguese community, Ascension Thursday.

ING Night Marathon This is Luxembourg’s big race on the international circuit, held in late May or early June. The capital takes on a street festival atmosphere, as well-wishers cheer runners on and soak up live music. If you want to run, sign up when registration opens in September; it usually sells out fast.

Buy or sell during the annual “secondhand bike market” at the Belle Étoile shopping centre.

Traditionally on “Bretzelsonnden”, a man expresses his romantic interest by offering a sweet pretzel. If interested, she’ll give him eggs on Easter Sunday; if she’s not, she gives him a basket. Held the fourth Sunday in Lent (which can be in March or April).

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Pretzel Sunday

Duck Race “Sponsor” a little yellow rubber duckie which will race down the Pétrusse river. It’s a fundraiser with tons of prizes (sometimes even a new car). Nice family day out.

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The “Sprangprozessioun” pilgrimage in Echternach, recognised by Unesco as part of the world’s intangible cultural heritage, is held on Whit Tuesday (in May or June).

The Rotondes hosts indie concerts, film screenings and special events throughout the month.

E-Lake Festival

Wine Taste Enjoy

Free three-day outdoor music festival in Echternach, second weekend of August.

Moselle winemakers open their cellars during this festival held on the weekend of Pentecost (Whit Sunday).

Picadilly festival Three-day wine and crémant fair features food trucks, live music and family entertainment, mid-August.

Fête de la musique The streets of Luxembourg City and towns across the grand duchy are alive with music.

Bacchusfescht

My Urban Piano

The Bacchus festival features Moselle region food and drink, held in Remich on Assumption (15 August).

Public pianos are set up around the capital that are free for anyone to play.

Luxembourg Pride (formerly Gaymat)

The country’s main LGBTIQ+ pride parade and festival is held in Esch-sur-Alzette, mid-July.

Festival de Wiltz Big charity concert held at the Rockhal in Esch-Belval.

Family-oriented music festival held at Neumünster Abbey the first weekend of July.

National day eve & national day

Kinnekswiss loves

Expats usually come out in force for the lively Duke’s Night celebrations in the capital (22 June); a parade and formal ceremony are held on national day itself (23 June). The holiday marks the grand duke’s official birthday.

Outdoor concerts held in the capital’s municipal park in early July.

International Yoga Day Luxembourg

Agriculture fair

Outdoor yoga event, mid-month.

Siren’s Call

Kick Cancer Into Touch Volunteers organise fundraisers, such as a touch rugby tournament and golf day. All levels of sporting skills can enter, or turn up to enjoy the atmosphere and meet some of Luxembourg’s outstanding international residents (3).

J.P. Morgan City Jogging 6km or 10km run or Nordic walking course through the capital, early July.

Meet Luxembourg farmers and learn about local produce in Ettelbruck, early July.

Music and arts festival organised by den Atelier and Neimënster at Neumünster Abbey and other venues in the Grund.

Usually attracts big name headliners and up-and-coming artists.

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Summer sales

The outdoor music festival is one of the capital’s best-attended cultural events, mid- to late July.

Shops tout discounts and promotions from the last weekend of June to the last weekend of July.

Take a guided tour of the grand-ducal palace, mid-July through August. Book in advance with the Luxembourg City Tourist Office (and not at the palace).

Big Bang Festival

A mass picnic in Kinnekswiss park, mid-June.

The Big Picnic

Visit palace

Nuit des Merveilles Circus performers, mimes, musicians, puppeteers and street artists entertain at this “marvellous” event in Bettembourg.

The Philharmonie closes its season by “converting” from concert hall to nightclub, early to mid-July.

Comic book fair

Blues’n Jazz Rallye

Medieval festival

The town of Contern gets animated during its annual comic book festival.

Schueberfouer The annual Luxembourg City funfair, on the Glacis, mid-August to mid-September.

You haven’t lived in Luxembourg till you’ve been.

Head back to the Middle Ages, in Vianden, from late July to early August.

City Open Air Cinema Catch classic and contemporary movies under the stars for free, rain or shine, in the capital starting in late July and running through early August.

Blues Express Free open-air music festival in Differdange and Lasauvage.

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The open-air music and performing arts festival in Wiltz attracts top-rate international acts during the month of July.

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Pub quiz cribsheet If you ever find yourself in a pub quiz and there is a round about Luxembourg, then one or more of these facts may come in handy.

Luxembourg has won the Eurovision Song Contest five times, although it has not participated since 1993.

At 560m, the Kneiff hill, in the Ardennes near the town of Wilwerdange, is the highest point in the grand duchy.

An impressive 73% of residents of the grand duchy speak Luxembourgish.

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The tiny Goldcrest, part of the kinglet family, is Luxembourg’s national bird.

The Schengen Agreement was signed on 14 June 1985 aboard a boat on the Moselle near the town of Schengen.

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Running along three neighbouring countries, the grand duchy’s border measures some 365km.

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