Ellergronn Nature Reserve is just one of the many fascinating experiences for families with children in and around Esch-sur-Alzette. Here are our favourite activities, and we’d love to hear about yours in the comments!
This small yet charming animal park is a family favourite. Visitors can see and feed the animals with free food available at the bistro near the park entrance. Recently, the park has been enhanced with the Escher Baumhauscafé, a fairy tale-like café featuring wooden structures, cute balconies, and climbing areas for children.
The Ellergronn Nature Centre offers historical insights into Luxembourg’s mining past, along with various nature activities led by expert guides. Enjoy exploring the surrounding area, including a beautiful small lake.
Esch-sur-Alzette boasts numerous playgrounds. Two popular ones are in Parc Laval and near the animal park. The inclusive playground “Prenz Charel” at 1 Rue Dellheicht, L-4240 Esch-sur-Alzette, and the playground at Rue Jos Kieffer, featuring ground trampolines, are also great spots for kids.
Discover Luxembourg’s industrial heritage by visiting the old Blast Furnace. Free tours are available, and you can also enjoy a walk outdoors, check the Rockhal events for families, visit numerous restaurants, and explore a shopping mall with an indoor playground on the first floor called Hello Kids by Kouki.
The Escher Schwemm swimming pool offers swimming classes, aquagym, aquabike, baby swimming, and a wellness area. Note that it will be closed for renovations from September 2 to 22, 2024.
Luxembourg’s first board game café, Bei de Minettsdäpp, is known for its board games and exciting events such as karaoke nights, dance parties, and quiz nights. It can also be rented for birthday parties and team-building events.
National Museum of the Resistance and Human Rights: Open every day except Mondays
Luxembourg Science Center: Features interactive stations and hands-on experiments.
National Mining Museum in Rumelange: Showcases the work of miners and their tools, equipment, and machines.
Parc Merveilleux: Features a fairy tale forest, giant spider web, animals, water playground, and more. It’s a favorite among families and is also available for birthday parties.
Minett Park: An industrial rail and natural park with historic trains operating between May and September, along with various events and exhibitions.
Explore the numerous hiking trails in the Red Rock Region. Discover more about what the area has to offer through these websites: Red Rock | Minett Tour
These are just a few activities that can make your family trip to Esch-sur-Alzette enjoyable and memorable. Let us know your favourite spots in the comments!
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