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How to Vacation in Luxembourg

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The tiny Grand Duchy of Luxembourg offers visitors old European charm mixed with modern day amenities. Located between France, Belgium, and Germany, Luxembourg is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Western Europe. Despite its tiny size, Luxembourg offers everything from ancient castles and military museums to casinos and rock climbing.

From Quick Guide: Do the Continental
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

    Luxembourg City

  1. Step 1

    Take a walking tour of the oldest part of Luxembourg City, and discover, "1000 years of history in just 100 minutes."

  2. Step 2

    Check out the National Museum of Military History, which has an extensive focus on the World War II Battle of the Ardennes. Military enthusiasts will marvel at the large collection of World War II weapons.

  3. Step 3

    Explore the Block Casemates, 14 miles of underground tunnels and fortification dating back to the 1600s.

  4. The Ardennes

  5. Step 1

    Head north and take a tour of Vianden Castle. Visitors can view period furnishings, weapons and tapestries.

  6. Step 2

    Visit the Museum of the Battle of the Bulge. Dedicated to one of the deadliest battles of World War II, the museum houses souvenirs, documents and uniforms.

  7. Step 3

    Visit the charming town of Diekirch and sample some of Old World Europe. With eclectic shops and restaurants, a visit to Diekirch is a great way to spend an afternoon.

  8. Mullerthal

  9. Step 1

    Travel to "Little Switzerland," the region of Mullerthal. Check out the medieval town of Echternach, which is home to exciting archaeological digs, including a church from 700 A.D.

  10. Step 2

    Tour the ruins of Beaufort Castle, which dates back to the 12th century.

  11. Step 3

    Bike through the many trails in and around Mullerthal. Those who are feeling ambitious can bike all the way back into Luxembourg City, via trails.

  12. The Moselle Valley

  13. Step 1

    Go gambling at Casino 2000 in the Moselle Valley. While you are there, take in a show and dine at some of Europe's best eateries.

  14. Step 2

    Drink some wine at one of the many vineyards in the Moselle region. Vineyards here produce a wide variety of wines and sparkling wines.

  15. Step 3

    Visit the Wine Museum in Ehnen on the River Moselle. Located in a former vintner's house, the museum shows a year of wine making through pictures and tools.

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