What: Mining history in Luxembourg
Where: Musée National des Mines de Fer Luxembourgeoises, Carreau de la Mine Walert, L-3714 Rumelange
When: Tuesday-Sunday between 2pm-6pm, info & tickets
The national mine museum of Luxembourg in Rumelange is a true gem to visit. A tour will take you to the galleries of the “Walert” iron mine, operated from 1891 to 1963. More than 70m underground, discover the large galleries on two levels and the impressive voids left by the miners.The machines and tools exhibited in the galleries retrace the history of iron mines in the region from the 1860s to the closure of the last mine in Lorraine in 1997. The mining train takes you into the gallery, and the museum also showcases a large collection of books, documents, tools, machines and rock samples. Groups of 16 or more should reserve.
What: Jazz in August night
Where: Pettingen Castle, Rue de Luxembourg, L-7540 Pettingen
When: Sunday, 15 August at 7pm - info & tickets
Jazz-talent Arthur Possing is putting up a show with his quartet this Sunday at 7pm, bringing along Pierre Cocq-Amann (Sax), Sebastian “Schlapbe” Flach (Bass) and Baptiste Dolt (Drums). Once starting out as a percussion player at the tender age of six, he moved to piano and studied at the Brussels Conservatory. His debut album, released 2018, received widespread acclaim and showcases the potential for such a long career ahead. The show is part of Pëttener Summer Nights 2021, a series of summer concerts taking place at Pettingen Castle in Mersch across three weekends.
What: Second-hand decor market with DJ sets
Where: Rotondes, 3, Place des Rotondes, L‑2448 Luxembourg
When: Saturday, 14 August at 11am - free entry, info here
It is no longer a mystery that the waste of raw materials has taken on disproportionate proportions in all areas and in particular in the world of ephemeral decor, these organisers say. But how do you create a new space with a current look and add a playful touch to it by working ethically and sustainably? The response of the Pimp Pong collective: reuse our waste!
Pimp Pong (from the English “to pimp” in the sense of improving or “tuner”, and “pong” in reference to game and movement) opened a new path for event scenography: that of recycling and upcycling. This POP-UPCYCLING event will present clothing stands in the concept of a storage room as well as objects and furniture to which we have given a second life. The event will also include presentations on the subject of the saturation of our planet with objects and waste, and workshops on the sustainable economy.
What: Get fit, out & about
Where: All over the Grand Duchy
When: Anytime - find all routes here
The second edition of Vëlosummer has been rolling on since 31 July and will end on 29 August, with the idea to get people on their bikes and discover the country’s extensive network of cycling routes. This year, in close collaboration with 65 municipalities, the regional tourist offices (RTOs) and the National Roads Administration, twelve scenic bike tours have been selected and can be discovered as part of Vëlosummer 2021. The routes are signposted, and public transport can be used to get to start/end. Speaking of cycling routes, have you seen our Luxembourg Insider articles featuring Luxembourg’s top five scenic trails, and general bike trails?
What: The secret serial killer
Where: Cinémathèque, 17 Pl. du Théâtre, L-2613 Luxembourg
When: Friday, 13 August at 7pm - info & tickets
Cinémathèque has been screening 50 great films directed by women. One of them is American Psycho, screened Friday at 7pm. This satirical horror film tells the tale of Patrick Bateman, a wealthy investment banker, who hides his psychopathic ego from his friends. Later, his illogical fantasies escalate and he submits to an uncontrollable bloodlust. Directed by Mary Harron.
What: Creative writers’ talk
Where: Opderschmelz, 1a Rue du Centenaire L-3475 Dudelange
When: Saturday, 14 September at 7.30pm - info here
Four writers from Luxembourg, some with a special connection to the southern city of Dudelange, are presenting their work at Opderschmelz on Saturday. Tom Hengen studied English and American Literature, and was awarded the Luxembourg National Prize for Literature. Maryse Krier won the competition “libertés” in the year 2000, and her book “Herzschlag” (heartbeat) was turned into a movie. Lisa Hellers won the first prize as part of the poetry competition “Jeune Printemps”, and Owain Hengen is an 18-year-old Luxembourgish rapper. All in all the evening is spread out across English, German, french and Luxembourgish.
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