25 April 2021
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The 'forgotten' tradition of Luxembourgish folk danceKnowledge Bites The 'forgotten' tradition of Luxembourgish folk dance 1While only rarely practiced today, Luxembourg does actually have a repertoire of folk dances with specific choreographies that were performed by people ... 1125/04/2021
18 April 2021
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D’Maus Kätti - one of Luxembourg's best-known fablesApart from Michel Rodange’s Renert, D’Maus Kätti, might be Luxembourg’s best-known fable. The tale is a staple in children’s early education and the book ... 2218/04/2021
28 March 2021
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Anise Koltz - The 'Grand Dame' of Luxembourgish literatureA brilliant poet, a lifelong ambassador for Luxembourg's literature scene, and the Grand Duchy's foremost writer: Anise Koltz does not only boast an ...28/03/2021
21 March 2021
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Visiting Luxembourg's abbeys over the Easter breakBesides its numerous castles, museums and walking trails, Luxembourg also boasts an array of abbeys that are well worth a visit. Here are a few you might ...21/03/2021
14 March 2021
7 March 2021
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Spierkel, Karschnatz, Reismount: The old Luxembourgish calendarWe all know January, February, March and all of their siblings. But what about Spierkel, Broochmount, or Huewermount? Many years and decades ago, ...07/03/2021
28 February 2021
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Higher education in LuxembourgDespite most students choosing to pursue their higher education abroad, Luxembourgish institutions are equipped with modern, high-quality teaching ...28/02/2021
21 February 2021
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BuergbrennenUnder normal circumstances, huge wooden structures would have been erected all over Luxembourg in preparation for the traditional Buergbrennen by now. ...21/02/2021
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7 February 2021
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The Artemis programme: Launching the first woman and next man to the Moon by 2024Within three years, NASA aims to establish sustainable yearly missions to and from the moon, laying the foundations of deep space exploration. What are ...07/02/2021
3 February 2021
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Meet Frantz Seimetz, Luxembourg's first professional artistA lifelong nomad, an eccentric bon vivant, and a relentless optimist: This is the story of Frantz Seimetz, Luxembourg's first professional artist. His ...03/02/2021
1 February 2021
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Liichtmëssdag: What's it all about, anyway?If you’ve ever wondered why hordes of lantern-carrying offspring asked you for money and sweets in the evening hours of 2 February, those were the ...01/02/2021
23 January 2021
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From grass strip to international hub: The history of Luxembourg Airport since 1936How did Luxembourg's airport develop from a little grass strip to a significant hub for European passengers and cargo? And what are the responsibilities ...23/01/2021
10 January 2021
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Games of the Small States of Europe2020 was supposed to be an Olympic year, with Tokyo hosting the games, but as we all know this was not possible last year and the competition was ...10/01/2021
13 December 2020
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From horse carts to electrical power: The history of Luxembourg's tram since 1875With the tram line extension to the Central Station now complete, Sunday 13 December marks another milestone in the tram's revival story. But did you know ...13/12/2020
6 December 2020
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Video footage of 1982: The day Depeche Mode played the Rainbow Club in OberkornTechnical difficulties had almost ruined the night. It was a show that would forever be remembered, with the location even going on to become the title of ...06/12/2020
29 November 2020
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The history of Vianden CastleLuxembourg is scattered with beautiful castles, but the most famous one is undoubtedly Vianden Castle. Popular with locals and tourists alike, most ...29/11/2020
15 November 2020
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Lamormaini, the Luxembourgish right-hand man to the Habsburg EmperorAnother Luxembourger at the top of the Holy Roman Empire? It seems we did rather well in early modern European politics. Here is Wilhelm Lamormaini, the ...15/11/2020
8 November 2020
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Community Supported Agriculture in LuxembourgRLT Today contributor Isabella Eastwood presents her guide to community supported agriculture in Luxembourg.08/11/2020
1 November 2020
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Luxembourg's most famous paintersUnless you’re involved in the scene, a regular museum goer, or just love art a lot, you might not know that much about Luxembourg’s art scene.01/11/2020
25 October 2020
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Renert: Luxembourg's most famous fable and its modern relevanceMichel Rodange's Renert is among Luxembourg's most influential literary works. Discover the fable about a cunning fox's schemes to the top, the biting ...25/10/2020
11 October 2020
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"Train 1900"While the official season of the historical steam train “Train 1900” has come to an end this Sunday, special rides and guided tours of the industrial ...11/10/2020
4 October 2020
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Luxembourgers in the Korean WarAn often forgotten conflict, the Korean War is one of the most significant of the 20th century, with consequences that can still be felt today.04/10/2020
27 September 2020
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PassportsThe Henley Passport Index is known to publish an annual ranking of countries according to their citizens’ ability to travel to a destination without prior ...27/09/2020
19 September 2020
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Cargolux: How Luxembourg's freight airline became one of the largest in the worldDid you know that Cargolux's first flight carried strawberries from New York to Stockholm? Or that they once had a joint venture with Luxair to fly summer ...19/09/2020
11 September 2020
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A tiny country and its world-class wines: Past and present of Luxembourg's winemaking industryKnowledge Bites A tiny country and its world-class wines: Past and present of Luxembourg's winemaking industryBesides castles, banking, and its ambitious space programme, Luxembourg is also well-known for its excellent white wines. Today's article will explore the ...11/09/2020
6 September 2020
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The Tour de France and LuxembourgThe Tour de France might be the world’s most well-known bicycle race, taking its contestants through France over the course of 23 days, with the last ...06/09/2020
30 August 2020
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A guide to Vegetarian (and Vegan) Restaurants in LuxembourgAs recently reported, Luxembourg has the second-highest prices for meat in the EU. In response to this, a collection of the best vegetarian- and ...30/08/2020
22 August 2020
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Karate: One-time Olympic sport2020 was supposed to be the biggest year in the history of competitive karate. For the first and only time ever, the Japanese martial art will be included ...22/08/2020
16 August 2020
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History of SchueberfouerWhen the summer holidays nearly come to an end it is time for the Schueberfuer, the biggest funfair in Luxembourg which is loved by children and adults ...16/08/2020