Looking like little Switzerland - a flavour of Luxembourg
One thing I liked about Luxembourg is that although it is slow close to Germany, it has a totally different feel. The main languages spoken here are French, German, Luxembourgish and English. All four pretty equally. So it was great, because I have not yet in my entire journey been able to use my french. Finally, here in Luxembourg, I could. And the french in Luxembourg is delicious – clean, clear and could almost always understand them. And it is so nice after 5+ months of trying to quickly learn and communicate in languages that are pretty brand new to me, to speak in one that at least feels somewhat familiar.
St. Michael's - one of the oldest churches in Luxembourg
So speaking french aside, I went for a wander through the pedestrian areas and the accompanying old neighbourhoods and valleys of the city. Luxembourg has a royal family as well – and in the city is the Palace of the Grand Dukes. Oh, and another notes, is that Luxembourg is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Grand Palace
People in Luxembourg are very friendly and very international. It is very much a crossroads of the countries in Europe. Lots of men in suits as the city is largely dominated by government and the financial industry. The EU secretariat – or something like that – is located here I believe. I can’t remember what it is but I remember reading something. In anycase, as I mentioned, it is interesting how it can be so close to Germany and yet so different – even the people look different. I loved the old buildings and its international flare. I loved the ruins and the quiet calm of the river valley neighbourhoods. I loved that it was not over inundated with tourists. All in all, it was a great city and I highly recommend coming here even if it is a little country.
Hey Sara - you are looking awfully serious - in the lovely Petrusse Valley
Pfaffenthal neighbourhood
The three towers gate
A lovely lovely Luxembourg
Good for you for finally using your French…I think, I’ll stick to German and English. 🙂
I will definitely visit this small country not only for its beauty, but its friendly inhabitants.
By the way, is the food just as varied as the languages?
I love your pictures, esp. the one of the Pfaffenthal. It looks so peaceful there.
I wonder what your Mum will say about your serious-looking face??? Personally, I prefer your silly faces. lol
Yes – the food was great – quite different than the food in Germany for the most part.