Luxembourg

The Pont Adolphe, built at the beginning of the 20th century according to a design by the French engineer P. Sejourne, is named after the Grand Duke. It was the first bridge made of natural stone to be built with such a large span (84m) and is an excellent example of technical skills. The bridge is built on a steep-walled sandstone rock and spans two little rivers, the Alzette and the Petrusse. The construction itself and the beautiful surroundings make the Pont Adolphe one of many delightful sites of this old fortified city.

general information

Grand Duchy

Capital: Luxembourg

Area: 2.600 km2

Population: 0,5 millions

Population density/km2: 202

EU member since 1952

National holiday: June 23

National anthem: Ons Hemecht

• The word Luxembourg comes from "Lucilinburugh" meaning little fortress. This country has been besieged and occupied more than 20 times.

• The Luxembourg town with the most tourist sights is Echternach, which is mainly known for its procession which takes place on the Tuesday after Whitsun. The procession moves forward three steps then takes two steps back while the participants sing, dance and pray.

• Luxembourg has the greatest GDP per capita, and also the largest proportion of the population who are satisfied with their living conditions.

• More than 30% of the residents of Luxembourg are foreigners.