Fanuc Europe Headquarters

Fanuc Europe, based in Echternach, serves as the European headquarters for the Japanese robotics giant Fanuc Corporation. The company is a global leader in manufacturing CNC systems, industrial robots, and machine tools for factory automation. The Echternach site was established in 1993 and now acts as a central hub for logistics, technical support, and training across Europe. From Luxembourg, Fanuc coordinates over 20 subsidiaries on the continent, ensuring the supply of spare parts and service support for thousands of installed systems. The distinctive yellow design of Fanuc robots is a common sight in automotive plants and manufacturing facilities worldwide. In Echternach, the company also operates an academy where engineers and technicians are trained in the latest automation technologies. Fanuc's presence strengthens Luxembourg's position as a strategic logistics location and a competency center for Industry 4.0. Through continuous investment in the Echternach facility, the company maintains a highly skilled workforce in the region.

Nearby cities

Kirchberg Financial District

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

Walferdange

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

Diekirch

A lively city on the Sûre river, famous for its military museum and the local beer featuring a donkey mascot.

Ettelbruck

An important transport hub and commercial center, known for its monument honoring General Patton.

Grevenmacher

Grevenmacher is located on the Moselle river in the east of the country.

Echternach

Echternach is the oldest town in Luxembourg and is located on the border with Germany.

Mersch

The geographical center of Luxembourg, located in the Valley of the Seven Castles, combining Roman history with modern infrastructure.

Bissen

Bissen is a commune in the Mersch canton in the middle of Luxembourg.

Junglinster

Junglinster is a municipality in eastern Luxembourg.

Steinsel

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

Colmar-Berg

Colmar-Berg is a Luxembourgish commune in the Mersch canton.

Niederanven

Niederanven is located east of the capital and is home to the Findel international airport.

Beaufort

Beaufort is a commune in eastern Luxembourg, known for its 11th-century castle.

Consdorf

Consdorf is located in the east of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg in the Echternach canton.

Helperknapp

Helperknapp is a Luxembourgish commune in the Mersch canton.

History & landmarks

Vianden

A medieval town in the Our Valley, dominated by one of the largest and most impressive feudal castles in Western Europe.

Larochette

A picturesque town in the valley of the White Ernz, dominated by the imposing ruins of a medieval castle.

Bourscheid Castle

Luxembourg's largest castle complex stands on a 150-meter rocky promontory overlooking the Sûre river.

Wolfsschlucht

Wolfsschlucht is a deep rock crevice near Echternach with walls rising up to 50 meters.

Binzeltschlëff

A narrow rock gorge near Echternach that impresses with its high sandstone walls.

Champagne Rock

This striking rock in Müllerthal got its name due to its shape, which resembles a champagne cork.

Adlerhorst

The 'Adlerhorst' (Eagle's Nest) is an exposed rock ledge in Müllerthal that offers a wide view over the Black Ernz valley.

Goldkaul

Goldkaul is a rugged rock face near Berdorf with yellowish discolorations in the sandstone.

Nature

Echternach Lake

Echternach Lake is an artificial lake on the outskirts of Luxembourg's oldest town.

Sauer River

The Sauer is a left tributary of the Moselle, flowing through northern and eastern Luxembourg.

More places

Echternach Industrial Area

Beside tourism, Echternach has a significant industrial area on its outskirts.

Roman Villa Echternach

The Roman Villa near Echternach is one of the largest and best-preserved Roman estates north of the Alps.

Euro-Composite Echternach

Euro-Composite is a world-leading manufacturer of honeycomb composite materials.

Basilica of Saint Willibrord

A significant religious building in Echternach, housing the crypt with the tomb of Saint Willibrord.

Echternach Abbey

The Benedictine Abbey of Echternach was founded in 698 by Saint Willibrord.