In September 1998, after joining SAP, my new employer, I went to Heidelberg, Germany for 7 weeks of workshops and training. As this was my first visit to Europe, I made the best use of all weekends and drove to many countries including Austria, Belgium, France, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. I visited Luxembourg as a day trip while returning back from a weekend trip to Paris, France.
Luxembourg is a small landlocked country in Western Europe, surrounded by Belgium, France and Germany. As one of the world’s smallest countries, Luxembourg has come under the control of many states and ruling houses in its long history.
Luxembourg is mostly rural, with dense forest and nature parks. Luxembourg City, the capital, famed for its fortified medieval old town perched on sheer cliffs. The city of Luxembourg was founded in 963, at the crossroads of Western Europe and it became heavily fortified, you can still see the extensive city walls and towers which are the most distinctive aspect of the cityscape.
The fortress and the Old City of Luxembourg are listed as World Heritage by UNESCO since 1994.
My visit was in 1998, no Digital Camera at that time, only Film Camera, so I don’t have many pictures to show here. Also, these pictures are not of good quality but I still wanted to post here as my memories.
Pictures below are from my day trip to Luxembourg.
Adolphe Bridge, one of the most iconic landmarks in Luxembourg City and an unofficial national symbol of Luxembourg, Constructed between 1900 and 1903, the bridge held the record for the biggest stone arch bridge in the world for two years after its inauguration. The bridge is named after Grand Duke Adolphe, who was head of the state from 1890 to 1905.View of the Old city of Luxembourg, a UNESCO World Heritage site.Church of St Jean du Grund enjoys a lovely position by the river. Erected in 1606, the stylistic appearance currently exhibited dates from 1688–1705.The Grand Ducal Palace, originally constructed in 1572, is the official residence of the Grand Duke of Luxembourg. It has an exceptionally beautiful façade in 16th century Flemish Renaissance style. We couldn’t visit its majestic interior and ceremonial rooms, as it is open to the public during the summer only.Walking around Place Guillaume II, a town square in the heart of Luxembourg’s historic Ville Haute quarter.The equestrian statue of Grand Duke William II on Place Guillaume II, a town square in the heart of Luxembourg’s historic Ville Haute quarter.The Monument of Remembrance, usually known by the nickname of the Gëlle Fra (Golden Lady), situated in Constitution Square, in the Ville Haute quarter, is a war memorial dedicated to the thousands of Luxembourgers who volunteered for service in the armed forces of the Allied Powers during both World Wars and the Korean War.A Street of Luxembourg’s historic Ville Haute quarter. Many shops are closed as it was Sunday.The old city wall near Casemates Du Bock.Walking around Grund quarter, a popular nightlife district, located in the valley below the center of Luxembourg City on the banks of the Alzette River.Walking around alleyways of Luxembourg Old city, a UNESCO World Heritage site. At Adolphe Bridge, one of the most iconic landmarks in Luxembourg City and an unofficial national symbol of Luxembourg.Enjoying a refreshing glass of Bofferding, a locally brewed beer by Brasserie Bofferding founded in 1842.
On the way back to our stay in Heidelberg, Germany, we stopped by a small town of Echternach, the oldest town in Luxembourg near the border with Germany.
Place du Marché, a market square of Echternach, a town near the border with Germany.Walking around a small town of Echternach, near the border with Germany.Enjoying a refreshing glass of Diekirch, a locally brewed beer by Brasserie Diekirch founded in 1871.
After spending a weekend in France and Luxembourg, We drove back to Heidelberg, Germany for work.
In May 2017, 23 days before I was going to complete 50 years, grabbed an opportunity and took an early retirement.. Picked up a backpack and traveling ever since.. Love to travel around the world, experience different culture, local cuisine & drinks .. and take pictures.. so far been to 108 countries and still counting...
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