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The new Esch-Lallange shopping centre, a project years in the making, will open its doors on 29 October, featuring a significantly larger Cactus supermarket and 16 other shops.
After years of planning and construction, the new Esch-Lallange shopping centre will officially open to the public on 29 October, marking the end of a long-awaited development. The centrepiece of the complex is a new Cactus supermarket, which at 7,300 square metres is 30% larger than its predecessor in the area. The store is also equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure and will stock approximately 60,000 items.
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Preparations for the opening are in their final stages. While fresh produce will be delivered just before the launch, the shelves are already nearly fully stocked a week in advance. The supermarket has expanded its team, hiring 30 additional employees to bring its total workforce to around 120.
In a notable shift, the store has installed six self-service checkouts, adapting to a modern retail trend the chain had previously resisted.
Alongside the supermarket, the shopping arcade will feature 16 other shops, including a travel agency, a bakery, a hair salon, and a fitness centre. The complex also includes 67 rental flats spread across three floors, although these are scheduled to be made available at a later date.
