Dumontshaff Nature Reserve

The Dumontshaff nature reserve, located between Schifflange and Bettembourg, is an outstanding example of the restoration of the Alzette floodplain. Through large-scale reconstruction measures, the river's natural flooding areas were returned, leading to the creation of a dynamic wetland landscape. Today, Dumontshaff is a paradise for wading and water birds, as well as rare amphibians. Particularly impressive is the establishment of white storks, which find convenient nesting conditions here. The vast water surfaces and mudflats also provide an important resting place for migratory birds. Visitors can explore the area from observation huts without disturbing the sensitive wildlife. The project impressively demonstrates how targeted hydraulic engineering measures can improve flood protection while simultaneously creating valuable habitat for endangered species. Dumontshaff is considered one of the most successful nature conservation projects in the urbanized south of Luxembourg.

Nearby cities

Esch-sur-Alzette

The second largest city in Luxembourg is located in the southwest of the country.

Dudelange

Dudelange is located in the far south of the country, right on the border with France.

Kirchberg Financial District

The Kirchberg district is the economic heart of Luxembourg and one of the world's most important financial centers.

Schifflange

Schifflange is located in the canton of Esch-sur-Alzette and is a classic industrial municipality.

Walferdange

Walferdange is located north of the capital in the Alzette valley.

Bettembourg

Bettembourg is an important municipality in southern Luxembourg.

Pétange

Pétange is located at the tripoint between Luxembourg, Belgium, and France.

Strassen

Strassen is a wealthy municipality directly west of the capital.

Bertrange

Bertrange is a suburban municipality west of the capital.

Differdange

Differdange is the third largest city in the country, situated in the Chiers river valley.

Mamer

Mamer is located west of Luxembourg City and is one of the fastest-growing municipalities in the country.

Bascharage

Bascharage is part of the Käerjeng municipality in the southwest of the country.

Kayl

Kayl is located in southern Luxembourg in the canton of Esch-sur-Alzette.

Rumelange

Rumelange is located in the far south of Luxembourg on the French border.

Schiplange

Schiplange is a village in the south of Luxembourg.

History & landmarks

Luxembourg City Hall

The neoclassical administrative building on Place Guillaume II is the hub of the capital's local government.

Nature

Mess River

The Mess is an 11-kilometer-long river in southern Luxembourg and a tributary of the Alzette.

Tuebebierg Nature Reserve

Located near Kayl in southern Luxembourg, this reserve protects former ore mining areas.

Léiffrächen

This nature reserve near Kayl covers former open-cast mining areas of the 'Minett' region.

Escher Déierepark

Located on the Galgenberg hill in Esch, this animal park primarily houses European wild and domestic breeds.

More places

Lallengerbierg Nature Reserve

Lallengerbierg is a former open-cast mining area near Esch that has evolved into a valuable sanctuary for endangered pioneer species.

Mess Valley

The Mess Valley in southern Luxembourg is a gentle floodplain landscape characterized by agricultural use and small wetlands.

Twinerg Power Plant

The Twinerg power plant in Esch-sur-Alzette is a modern combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plant.

Gaalgebierg City Park

This extensive park in Esch-sur-Alzette offers rose gardens, forest areas, and a wildlife park.

National Museum of the Resistance

This museum in Esch-sur-Alzette commemorates the Luxembourgish resistance against Nazi occupation.

Galgenberg

Galgenberg (Gaalgebierg) is a prominent hill overlooking Esch-sur-Alzette.

Mont Saint-Jean Dudelange

On Mont Saint-Jean lie the archaeological remains of a medieval castle and an ancient settlement.

Beetebuerger Bësch

The Bettembourg Forest is an important recreational and nature conservation area in the south of the country.