Gander Valley

The Gander valley in southeastern Luxembourg is a cross-border natural oasis, notable for its gentle topography and high ecological connectivity. Here, the Gander stream forms the border with France over long stretches, creating a shared cultural and natural landscape. The valley is defined by broad floodplain meadows that often flood in the spring, providing essential spawning grounds for amphibians. Neighboring hills are frequently adorned with orchards and vineyards, giving the valley an almost Mediterranean charm. In recent years, numerous initiatives have been implemented to improve water quality and renature the banks. The Gander valley serves as an important stepping stone for wildlife moving between the Moselle and the interior of the country. For visitors, the flat valley floor provides handy conditions for extensive cycling trips and walks, where the border between the two countries is often only marked by the flowing water.

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

Gander River

The Gander is a 22-kilometer-long tributary of the Moselle, partly forming the border between Luxembourg and France.

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Scheierbierg Nature Reserve

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

Scheierbierg Nature Reserve (Wellenstein)

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

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.

Remerschen Lakes

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

Stromberg Nature Reserve (Schengen)

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

More places

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.

Jongenbësch at Bech-Kleinmacher

This forest protection area in eastern Luxembourg preserves valuable oak-hornbeam forests.