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Villa Vauban

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Villa Vauban, the art museum of the City of Luxembourg, is an elegant gem positioned in the tranquility of the municipal park. The original villa was built in 1873 by the wealthy leather manufacturer Gabriel Mayer on the foundations of the former Fort Vauban, part of the dismantled fortress. This explains its welcoming location on a slight elevation. The villa was later acquired by Baron and Baroness de La Fontaine and, through their generosity, came into the possession of the city, along with their significant art collection. In 2010, the historic villa was extended with a modern, copper-clad annex by architect Philippe Schmit. This extension created additional exhibition space and harmoniously combines the old with the new. The museum's collection focuses on 17th to 19th-century European painting, particularly Dutch and Flemish masters, as well as works by Luxembourgish artists. Villa Vauban thus has a unique combination of art, history, and nature in the middle of the city.

Location: Luxembourg
Top sights: Fort Marie · Edouard André Municipal Park · Fort Vauban
Nearby: Hesperange (5 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	1	1	5	9	13	17	19	19	15	10	5	2
Rain mm	67	57	57	46	70	68	65	72	56	65	68	79

📋 Practical info

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Visiting

Villa Vauban is an art museum housed in a historic villa within the city park. You can view the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions. Admission is charged, but discounted rates and occasional free days are available.

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Typical hours

The museum is typically open Tuesday to Sunday, closed on Mondays. Opening hours are usually from 10:00 to 18:00. It is advisable to check current times on the website before your visit.

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Photography

Photography is allowed in the exhibition rooms without flash. There may be restrictions during special exhibitions. The villa's elegant interiors and the surrounding park offer many rewarding subjects.

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Time needed

Allow about 1 to 2 hours for the museum visit, depending on your interest in the exhibitions. A stroll through the adjacent park may add another half hour. The collection includes works from the 17th to 19th centuries.

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Combine with

Combine the museum visit with a walk through the city park and the nearby old town. The Bock casemates and the Wenzel Walk are also easily combined. Numerous restaurants and cafes are in the area.

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Getting there

Villa Vauban is located in the centre of Luxembourg City, right next to the city park. It is easily reachable on foot from the train station or the old town. Bus stops for lines 1, 2 and 9 are nearby.

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Insider tip

Take advantage that the admission fee often covers special exhibitions as well. Ask at the ticket desk about a free audio guide. The museum shop gives nice art books and souvenirs.