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Free audio walking tours of Luxembourg City
Itinerarly has 3 self-guided audio tours of Luxembourg City, Luxembourg, from 1 h to 2 h 20. Each one walks you between the stops in order and plays a short narrated story when you arrive. The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese, and the tours are free.
Luxembourg Express
Palace and Cathedral in 1 hour
- Grand Ducal PalaceWelcome to the Grand Ducal Palace, the city's official residence of the Sovereign of Luxembourg. This architectural gem of 16th-century Spanish Renaissance style originally served as the city hall before becoming the heart of the Luxembourg monarchy.
- Notre-Dame CathedralHere is Notre-Dame Cathedral, the most important religious site in Luxembourg, built in the 17th century by the Jesuits. Its architecture harmoniously blends late Gothic with Renaissance and Baroque decorative elements.
- Place Guillaume IIWelcome to Place Guillaume II, the city's political and administrative heart, locally nicknamed 'Knuedler' after the knots in the belts of the Franciscan monks who once had their cloister here. In the center of this vast esplanade stands the equestrian statue of William II, King of the Netherlands and Grand Duke of…
Luxembourg Classics
Casemates and Corniche
- Bock CasematesYou are entering the Bock Casemates, an extraordinary network of tunnels and underground galleries carved directly into the fortress rock. Nicknamed the 'Gibraltar of the North', this complex defensive system, developed over several centuries by the Spanish, Austrians, and French, once spanned 23 kilometers.
- Chemin de la CornicheWelcome to the Chemin de la Corniche, often described as 'Europe's most beautiful balcony'. This spectacular promenade follows the path of the upper city's ancient ramparts, offering unforgettable bird's-eye views over the Alzette gorge and the picturesque Grund quarter.
- Grund QuarterHere is the Grund, Luxembourg's oldest and most charming district, nestled at the bottom of the Alzette valley. Once a refuge for craftsmen using the water's power, this lower quarter has preserved its medieval character and peaceful atmosphere.
- Place d'ArmesWelcome to Place d'Armes, the genuine outdoor living room for Luxembourgers, located in the heart of the Upper City. Lined with lime trees and numerous café terraces, this square is the favorite meeting spot for locals and visitors alike.
- Pont AdolpheHere is the Adolphe Bridge, a national icon of Luxembourg and a masterpiece of early 20th-century engineering. Opened in 1903, it featured at the time the largest stone masonry arch ever built in the world.
Complete Luxembourg
Fortifications and viewpoints
- Grand Ducal PalaceWelcome to the Grand Ducal Palace, the city's official residence of the Sovereign of Luxembourg. This architectural gem of 16th-century Spanish Renaissance style originally served as the city hall before becoming the heart of the Luxembourg monarchy.
- Bock CasematesYou are entering the Bock Casemates, an extraordinary network of tunnels and underground galleries carved directly into the fortress rock. Nicknamed the 'Gibraltar of the North', this complex defensive system, developed over several centuries by the Spanish, Austrians, and French, once spanned 23 kilometers.
- Chemin de la CornicheWelcome to the Chemin de la Corniche, often described as 'Europe's most beautiful balcony'. This spectacular promenade follows the path of the upper city's ancient ramparts, offering unforgettable bird's-eye views over the Alzette gorge and the picturesque Grund quarter.
- Grund QuarterHere is the Grund, Luxembourg's oldest and most charming district, nestled at the bottom of the Alzette valley. Once a refuge for craftsmen using the water's power, this lower quarter has preserved its medieval character and peaceful atmosphere.
- MNHA MuseumWelcome to the National Museum of History and Art (MNHA), the guardian of the nation's artistic and historical treasures. Located in the Fish Market district, the museum is an architectural feat blending historic houses with a modern expansion carved seven levels underground into the mountain rock.
- Gëlle Fra MonumentHere is the Gëlle Fra, or the 'Golden Lady'—Luxembourg's iconic Monument of Remembrance. Perched atop an obelisk in Constitution Square, this statue honors the Luxembourgish volunteers who fought in World War I, as well as all those who fell for freedom in later conflicts.
- Pont AdolpheHere is the Adolphe Bridge, a national icon of Luxembourg and a masterpiece of early 20th-century engineering. Opened in 1903, it featured at the time the largest stone masonry arch ever built in the world.
Frequently asked questions
- Is there a free audio walking tour of Luxembourg City?
- Yes. The Itinerarly app has 3 free self-guided audio tours of Luxembourg City: Luxembourg Express (3 stops, about 1 h); Luxembourg Classics (5 stops, about 1 h 40); Complete Luxembourg (7 stops, about 2 h 20). The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese.
- Which sights do the Luxembourg City audio tours visit?
- Stops include Grand Ducal Palace, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Place Guillaume II, Bock Casemates, Chemin de la Corniche, Grund Quarter, Place d'Armes, Pont Adolphe, MNHA Museum, Gëlle Fra Monument.
- How long does a walking tour of Luxembourg City take?
- The Luxembourg City tours take from 1 h to 2 h 20, including time at each stop. Pick the shortest one if you only have an hour.
- Do I need to pay or book?
- No. The tours are free and you start them whenever you want. Some monuments charge their own entry ticket; the app links to the official ticket page where there is one.
- Does it work offline?
- You need a connection for the map and directions. A stop you have already downloaded can be replayed without a connection.
- What do I need?
- The free Itinerarly app on iPhone (App Store) or Android (Google Play), and a free account.
- Can Itinerarly plan the rest of my day in Luxembourg City?
- Yes. In Plan mode you add the places you want to see and Itinerarly puts them in the best order, with travel times that account for live traffic.