General Country Information 🌍
Capital | Luxembourg |
Country | Luxembourg |
Currency | Euro |
Main religion | Roman Catholicism |
In numbers… 📐
Female | 50.2% |
Gdp | $80.54 billion |
Size | 2,586 km² |
Population | 645,000 |
Population density | 249/km² |
Kids per female | 1.58 |
City population | 84.2% |
Weather ⛅
Winter | 1∘C |
Summer | 22∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
Main Language | Luxembourgish, French, German |
Population able to read | 100% |
Population with a college degree | 60.6% |
Population able to speak english | 56.2% |
Well-being 💉
Air quality | 22 (AQI) |
Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
LGBT friendly? | Yes |
Crime | 3.2/10 |
Transportation ✈️
Driving side | Right |
Main airline | Luxair |
Main airport | Luxembourg Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
Item | Price (USD) |
---|---|
Bottle water | $1.5 |
Cigarettes | $6.2 |
Burger | $12 |
Coffee | $3.5 |
Beer | $5 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
Type | Price (USD) |
---|---|
Flat | $1400/month |
Hotel 3 star | $120/night |
Hotel 5 star | $250/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
Type | Price (USD) |
---|---|
Cab | $20/10km |
Petrol | $1.60/l |
Rental car | $50/day |
Public transportation | $7/daypass |
Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
Type | Rate |
---|---|
Tax rate | 38.4% |
Vat | 17% |
Average Income 💼
Income | $60000 |
Tipping 💁️
Is tipping required? | Yes |
Location | Tipping Amount |
---|---|
Cab | 10% |
Restaurant | 15% |
Bar | 10% |
Coffeeshop | 10% |
Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
Internet speed | 101.18/MBits |
Tld | .lu |
Free wifi | 9/10 |
Population with access to internet | 98% |
Phone mobile data | $20 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
Power grid | 99.99% (Uptime) |
Sockets | Type C, Type E, Type F |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
Closing days | Sunday |
Closing times | 6:00 PM |
Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
Type | Name |
---|---|
Online shopping | NA |
Supermarket | Cactus |
Pharmacy | Pharmacie de la Gare |
Drugstore | Rossmann |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
Closing hour of bars and clubs | 2:00 AM |
Topic | Rating (0-10) |
---|---|
Nightlife | 8/10 |
Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
Topic | Rating (0-10) |
---|---|
Holiday Parks | 7/10 |
Public Parks | 9/10 |
Swimming | 8/10 |
Sports ⚽
Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
---|---|---|
Judd mat Gaardebounen | Smoked pork neck with broad beans | 15-20 |
Rieslingspaschtéit | Pastry filled with Riesling-marinated pork | 12-15 |
Kachkéis | Creamy cheese made from cow’s milk | 10-12 |
Quetschentaart | Plum tart | 8-10 |
Gromperekichelcher | Potato pancakes | 6-8 |
Drinks 🍻️
Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
---|---|---|
Riesling | A white wine made from Riesling grapes, known for its fruity and floral notes | $10-$20 |
Pinot Noir | A red wine made from Pinot Noir grapes, known for its light and elegant flavors | $12-$25 |
Crémant de Luxembourg | A sparkling wine made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Blanc grapes, known for its fine bubbles and crisp taste | $15-$30 |
Eau de vie de mirabelle | A brandy made from mirabelle plums, known for its sweet and fruity flavor | $20-$40 |
Cassero | A non-alcoholic drink made from blackcurrants, known for its sweet and refreshing taste | $5-$10 |
Souvenirs 👜
Souvenir | Description | Price |
---|---|---|
Gëlle Fra | A gilded statue of a woman representing victory | €15-€25 |
Bock Casemates | A UNESCO World Heritage Site, these underground tunnels were built in the 17th century | €5-€10 |
Vianden Castle | A medieval castle located in the town of Vianden | €5-€10 |
Luxembourgish Ceramics | Hand-painted ceramics made in Luxembourg | €10-€30 |
Luxembourgish Wine | Luxembourg is known for its white wines, especially Riesling | €10-€20 |
Holidays 🍹
Holiday Name | Time | Description |
---|---|---|
New Year’s Day | January 1 | The start of the new year |
Epiphany | January 6 | The arrival of the Three Wise Men |
Candlemas | February 2 | The presentation of Jesus at the temple |
Easter Monday | The Monday after Easter | The resurrection of Jesus |
Labour Day | May 1 | The celebration of workers’ rights |
Ascension Day | 40 days after Easter | The ascension of Jesus into heaven |
Whitsun | 50 days after Easter | The descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles |
National Day | June 23 | The birthday of the Grand Duke |
Assumption of Mary | August 15 | The Assumption of Mary into heaven |
All Saints’ Day | November 1 | A day to remember all the saints |
Christmas Day | December 25 | The birth of Jesus |
Boxing Day | December 26 | The day after Christmas |
News 📰
Medium | Name |
---|---|
Newspaper | Luxemburger Wort |
Online news | wort.lu |
Tv | RTL Télé Lëtzebuerg |
Radio | RTL Radio Lëtzebuerg |