Luxembourg

  • The Reflective Beauty of Rain

    The Reflective Beauty of Rain

    Rain often evokes mixed feelings; some find solace in its gentle touch, while others may disdain the inconvenience it brings. Yet, regardless of our personal sentiments, rain has a unique gift—it creates mirrors on the ground, offering us stunning reflections of the world above. These ephemeral pools become canvases where the sky paints its mood,… Read more

  • Spring’s Unstoppable Arrival in Luxembourg

    Spring’s Unstoppable Arrival in Luxembourg

    Despite the chilly showers that often accompany the onset of spring in Luxembourg, there’s no denying that the season is making its grand entrance. The landscape is slowly transforming, and one cannot help but be enchanted by the blossoming trees that signal this change. Whether it’s the delicate pink petals of a cherry tree or… Read more

  • Luxembourg’s Love for Laps: A Dive into the Grand Duchy’s Swimming Culture

    Luxembourg’s Love for Laps: A Dive into the Grand Duchy’s Swimming Culture

    Luxembourg may be small in size, but it boasts an impressive number of swimming pools per capita, reflecting the nation’s love for aquatic activities.  While Australia leads the ranking in terms of public swimming pools per capita, nonetheless, Luxembourg’s swimming facilities are nothing short of spectacular, offering a variety of water-based amusements that extend far… Read more

  • A Fiery Canvas in Luxembourg: Understanding the Red Sunset

    A Fiery Canvas in Luxembourg: Understanding the Red Sunset

    As the sun dips below the horizon in Helmsange, Luxembourg, the sky is set ablaze with hues of deep red and orange. This breathtaking spectacle, often captured in photographs, is a dance of light and atmosphere.  The old saying that a red sky at sunset foretells wind may hold a grain of truth, but the… Read more

  • From Pastures to Plateaus: The Rich Tapestry of Luxembourg’s Farming

    From Pastures to Plateaus: The Rich Tapestry of Luxembourg’s Farming

    Nestled among the lush landscapes of Luxembourg, the gentle bleating of sheep echoes through the Guttland region. Here, farming is not just an occupation; it’s a tradition that paints half of the country’s surface with strokes of green pastures. In the southern half, ‘Guttland’ is where most of the cereal crops and pasture land thrive,… Read more

  • World Day of Water

    World Day of Water

    Today we are celebrating the World Day of Water. This is a special day to raise awareness of the global water crisis that affects 2.2 billion people who lack access to safe water. The World Day of Water was established by the United Nations in 1993, and it is held every year on 22 March.… Read more

  • Winter Memories in the North of Luxembourg

    Winter Memories in the North of Luxembourg

    Now as the winter looks unstoppable, it is amazing to rediscover the pictures taken this winter about the snowy landscapes of the north of Luxembourg.  As that part of the country is considerably more sparsely populated, you have just some extra miles to drive to discover scenic landscapes and empty fields eventually covered with snow.… Read more

  • Jaanshaaff: One of the Dutch Connections in Walferdange

    Jaanshaaff: One of the Dutch Connections in Walferdange

    The Grengewald in Walferdange hides a surprising and fascinating farm, called Jaanshaaff that has a long and rich history, and is still in use today.  #Grengewald #walferdange #luxembourg🇱🇺 #visitluxembourg #hiking #walk  Jaanshaaff is a farm that dates back to the 15th century, when it was owned by the noble family of Siewertsz van Reesema. The… Read more

  • Bretzelsonndag: A Sweet Celebration of Love and Pastry in Luxembourg

    Bretzelsonndag: A Sweet Celebration of Love and Pastry in Luxembourg

    Yesterday was a special day in Luxembourg: Bretzelsonndag, or Pretzel Sunday. This is a traditional feast that celebrates love and pastry.  According to the custom, on the fourth Sunday of Lent, men offer a pretzel to their beloved as a sign of their feelings. If the woman accepts the pretzel, she will give an egg… Read more

  • A Special Woman on a Special Day

    A Special Woman on a Special Day

    On the International Women’s Day, let’s remember one of the greatest women of Luxembourg: the Gëlle Fra.  She is the golden statue that crowns the Monument of Remembrance, a tribute to the thousands of Luxembourgers who fought for freedom and peace in the world wars and the Korean War.  The Gëlle Fra, which means “Golden… Read more