Luxembourg and Dinant Day Trip from Brussels

Overview

Delve into Europe’s ancient historical heritage on a comprehensive full-day tour of Luxembourg from Brussels. Absorb the antique charm of Luxembourg as you visit landmarks like the Royal Palace, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the European Court of Justice with your knowledgeable guide. Before heading back to Brussels, stop in the beautiful town of Dinant and see its 13th-century cathedral.

• Full-day excursion to Luxembourg from Brussels

• Take a scenic drive by comfortable coach through the beautiful Ardennes region

• Enjoy free time to wander through Luxembourg's Old Town at your leisure

• Explore the picturesque town of Dinant and see its impressive 13th-century cathedral

What's Included

• Professional guide (tour may include bilingual commentary)

• Air-conditioned vehicle

• Radios and earphones

• Gratuities

• Food and drinks

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

• Entrance Fees

What To Expect

Cross the Belgian border to Luxembourg, a landlocked country famed for its Roman heritage and architectural beauty.

Embark on a comprehensive sightseeing tour of the city with your guide, visiting alluring landmarks like the Royal Palace of the Grand Duke and the 17th-century Notre-Dame Cathedral.

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Luxembourg City

Embark on a sightseeing tour of the city with your guide.

Admission Ticket Free

Grand Ducal Palace (Pass By)

You'll pass by the Grand Ducal Palace, the official residence of the grand duke of Luxembourg, and where he performs most of his duties as head of state of the Grand Duchy. Old part of Renaissance (1572), middle part (1741) of Baroque and Renaissance styles and right the Chamber of Deputies (1858).

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Cathedrale Notre-Dame

You'll visit this former Jesuit church of the 17th century in Baroque and Renaissance style with Gothic elements. To the left of the nave, a forum dedicated to the Grand Ducal family. The College of Jesuits adjacent to the cathedral became National Library.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

3

Neimenster

You'll visit Neumünster Abbey, a public meeting place and cultural centre, located in the Grund district of Luxembourg City in southern Luxembourg. After the original Benedictine abbey on the Altmünster Plateau had been destroyed in 1542, the monks built a new abbey or "Neumünster" in 1606 in the Grund.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Auchan Kirchberg (Pass By)

The Grand Duchess Charlotte Bridge in red painted steel (1966) crosses the Alzette. Left the Municipal Theater (1964) and right Monument Schuman (Father of Europe).

Court of Justice of the European Union (Pass By)

The European Center Kirchberg 1966 with its 23 floors is the seat of the European Parliament. The Schuman Center headquarters of the Council of Ministers.

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Dinant

On the way back from Luxembourg to Brussels, you'll visit Dinant on the banks of the Meuse River Dinant gave its name to the brassware: copper objects. Specialty: biscuits or biscuits with honey.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Citadelle de Dinant (Pass By)

Lift your gaze towards the Citadelle and the onion-domed tower of the Collegiate church, all highlighted by the ribbon of houses and shops running alongside the river.

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Maison de Monsieur Sax

Dinant is the birthplace of Adolphe Sax (1814) inventor of the saxophone, and on your trip you'll visit the historical museum dedicated to him.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free