Equestrian Statue of William II

The equestrian statue of Grand Duke William II in Place Guillaume II in Luxembourg is one of the city's most iconic monuments. William II, King of the Netherlands and Grand Duke of Luxembourg, played a decisive role in securing the country's independence and introducing a liberal constitution in 1848. Inaugurated in 1884, the monument, a work by French sculptor Antonin Mercié and Luxembourg architect Victor Luja, honours this popular monarch. The statue depicts the Grand Duke on horseback in military uniform, his gaze directed towards the City Hall. The pedestal is decorated with bronze reliefs depicting important moments of his reign, including the swearing of the oath on the constitution. The monument is not only a work of art, but also a national symbol that recalls the foundations of the modern Luxembourg state. It is a central meeting point and the centrepiece of the weekly market that takes place in the square.

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History & landmarks

Luxembourg City Hall

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

Place Guillaume II

A large public square in the heart of the city, also known as 'Knuedler', named after the knots of the Franciscan monks.

Place d'Armes

Place d'Armes, often called the 'city's parlor,' was laid out in 1671.

Cercle Cité

A grand historic building on Place d'Armes, used for cultural events and official receptions.

Petrusse Casemates

A vast system of underground tunnels and defensive fortifications in the rock above the Pétrusse valley.

More places

Grand Ducal Palace

The Grand Ducal Palace in the old town serves as the official residence of the Grand Ducal family.

Gëlle Fra (Monument of Remembrance)

Gëlle Fra is a monument in Luxembourg City, originally erected in 1923 to commemorate volunteers of World War I.

Notre-Dame Cathedral

The Cathedral of Luxembourg was originally built as a Jesuit church in the 17th century.

National Museum of History and Art

Central museum in the old town presenting archaeological finds and artworks from Luxembourg's history.

Luxembourg City History Museum

An interactive museum in the old town documenting the thousand-year history of the capital city of Luxembourg.