The overall picture
Luxembourg is very safe by any international measure — violent crime is rare, the homicide rate sits around 0.7 per 100,000, and solo female travellers consistently report it as one of Europe\'s easier destinations. Police are polite and speak English. The country runs on French, German and Luxembourgish, with English very widely spoken in the capital.
The specific caveats
The Gare district around Rue de Strasbourg and Rue Joseph Junck has visible drug use and sex work after 10pm — not dangerous for tourists, but uncomfortable. Pickpocketing on the tram happens occasionally at rush hour. Rural areas including all castle towns, Mullerthal villages and the Moselle wine route are essentially incident-free. Overnight in Vianden or Echternach you can leave your rental car unlocked and nothing will happen (I still don\'t recommend that).
Questions, answered
Solo female traveller advice?
Sleep in Ville Haute, Belair, Limpertsberg or Kirchberg rather than Rue Joseph Junck end of Gare. Otherwise treat it like Amsterdam or Copenhagen.
Emergency number?
112 for all emergencies, English-speaking operators.
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Luxembourg may be one of Europe's smallest countries, but it packs a surprising amount into a compact area. Whether you are visiting for a weekend break, stopping over on a longer European trip, or staying a little longer, there is plenty to fill your days. This guide covers the main things to do in Luxembourg, from historic old towns to green valleys and family-friendly attractions.
Luxembourg City
Most visitors start in Luxembourg City, the capital. The historic old town sits on a rocky plateau above deep valleys, and much of it is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Walking through the old quarters is free and easy to do on foot.
Highlights within the city include:
- Place d'Armes: the main square in the old town, a good place to sit with a coffee and watch the city go by.
- Palais Grand-Ducal: the Grand Duke's official residence in the city centre. Check locally for any changing of the guard arrangements during your stay.
- Notre-Dame Cathedral: a historic church in the old town, open to visitors.
- Adolphe Bridge