Luxembourg
If I am being honest I don’t have too much to say about this country other than it is utterly pleasant. It is the perfect weekend getaway full of charm and one of my favorite Old Towns in Europe. Wander the streets and explore a bit, sit at a cafe and drink some wine and if you have the means get out of the city for a day. You might not need a ton of time but the time spent will be well worth it.
Basic Info
Drinking water: Safe to drink from the tap
Plugs: Type C and F (See photo below)
Covid Updates
Fully vaccinated travelers allowed to enter as are those from countries listed in the link below with either a vaccination certificate, recovery certificate or negative test.
**Make sure to triple check entry requirements well before departure as protocols are constantly changing**
Money
Official currency: € Euro
Budget: The only hostel is €27 / night at time of writing. Food will average about €30 / day if you’re eating out at cheaper to mid range places. Those looking for a hotel can expect prices to start at €60 and only go up from there.
Credit cards: Common
Tipping: Round up. For fancy meals, 10%. €2 per bag for a porter
Visas
Schengen state. 62 countries can enter for 90 days within 180 visa free.
**Always check with your government for the most up to date information on visa requirements.**
Vaccinations
None
**Assuming you are current on routine vaccinations. Always check with your government for the most accurate and up to date information on required vaccinations specific to your home country**
Safety
Exercise Normal Precautions
**Always check with your government for the most accurate and up to date information on safety**
Language
Official Languages: Luxembourgish, French, German
Hello: Moien Goodbye: Äddi
Thank-you: Merci
Yes: Jo No: Neen
When to go
Throughout Europe, the shoulder season of spring and fall is generally the best time to visit due to pleasant weather but fewer crowds and lower prices than high summer. In Luxembourg, late June – August is peak season and May – early June and September – October are shoulder seasons making the the best time to visit. Winter is snowy but not freezing.
Responsible Travel
Hire local guides
Eat, stay and shop local
Always be environmentally conscious
