Gander River

The Gander, also known as the Altbach, is an appealing river in southeastern Luxembourg that forms much of the natural border between Luxembourg and France. Flowing for 22 kilometers from its source in the Gutland, it runs in a southeasterly direction before joining the Moselle. The river is perhaps best known for passing through the spa town of Mondorf-les-Bains, where it winds through the beautiful thermal park, enhancing the town's tranquil ambiance. The Gander valley is a landscape of gentle slopes, traditional orchards, and lush vineyards, making it a favorite destination for cyclists and hikers. Environmental efforts along its banks have focused on preserving floodplain biotopes and fostering ecological connectivity across the border. Beyond its role as a geographical boundary, the Gander serves as a unifying element in a cross-border cultural landscape that seamlessly blends nature, wellness, and agriculture.

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.

Strassen

Strassen is a wealthy municipality directly west of the capital.

Bertrange

Bertrange is a suburban municipality west of the capital.

Grevenmacher

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

Mamer

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

Mondercange

Mondercange is located in the southwest of the country and is a rapidly growing residential municipality.

Mondorf-les-Bains

Mondorf-les-Bains is a famous spa town in southeastern Luxembourg.

History & landmarks

Luxembourg City Hall

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

Schengen

The symbol of a borderless Europe, located at the border triangle on the beautiful Moselle river.

Aspelt Castle

A late Baroque castle built upon the foundations of a medieval moated fortress.

Nature

Scheierbierg Nature Reserve (Wellenstein)

This reserve near Wellenstein protects species-rich calcareous grasslands and hedge landscapes.

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Scheierbierg Nature Reserve

This reserve near Wellenstein protects valuable dry grasslands on shell limestone.

Grouf Nature Reserve

Located near Schengen, this area encompasses steep limestone slope beech forests.

Haff Réimech Nature Reserve

This major wetland area near Remerschen was created in former gravel pits.

Stromberg Nature Reserve (Schengen)

This cross-border protected area near Schengen hosts rare calcareous grasslands and orchids.

Remerschen Lakes

These lakes formed by gravel extraction near Remerschen are now an important nature reserve and leisure center.

Stromberg Nature Reserve

Located south of Schengen on the French border, this area protects limestone rocks and deciduous forests.

More places

Gander Valley

The Gander Valley in the southeast forms a gentle rolling landscape that partly marks the natural border with France.

Biodiversum Remerschen

Biodiversum is a futuristic nature conservation center on an artificial peninsula in Remerschen.

Jongenbësch Forest Reserve

This forest near Bech-Kleinmacher hosts remarkable stands of oak and hornbeam on calcareous soil.

Moselle Valley

The Moselle Valley forms the natural border between Luxembourg and Germany.