Geography and History
Where is Luxembourg located?
Luxembourg is located in Western Europe and is bordered by Belgium to the west and north, Germany to the east, and France to the south. It is one of the smallest sovereign states in Europe and is landlocked.
What is the capital of Luxembourg?
Luxembourg City
Is Luxembourg the smallest country in Europe?
No, it's the second smallest after Vatican City.
What is the official name of Luxembourg?
Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
What are the three countries that border Luxembourg?
Belgium, France, and Germany
What is the nickname for Luxembourg's rugged eastern region?
Little Switzerland
Which historic fortification, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, dominates the skyline of Luxembourg City?
Le Bock (The Rock)
For how many years was Luxembourg under Spanish rule during the 16th and 17th centuries?
90 years
When did Luxembourg gain full independence from the Netherlands?
1867
Who is the current Grand Duke of Luxembourg?
Henri, Grand Duke of Luxembourg
Culture and Language
How many official languages are there in Luxembourg?
Three: Luxembourgish, French, and German
What is the national currency of Luxembourg?
The euro
What is the most popular sport in Luxembourg?
Football (soccer)
What is a traditional Luxembourgish dish made with potatoes, bacon, and onions?
Judd mat Gaardebounen
Which famous writer lived in exile in Echternach, Luxembourg, for some years in the 1930s?
Victor Hugo
What is the name of the annual shooting festival held in Luxembourg City in late summer?
Schueberfouer
What is the national instrument of Luxembourg?
The kachnuppel (a wooden whistle)
What is the name of the annual cycling race held in Luxembourg?
Flèche du Sud
What is the Grand Ducal Palace used for nowadays?
Mainly for official receptions and ceremonies
What is the motto of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg?
"Mir wëlle bleiwe wat mir sin" (We want to remain what we are)
Economy and Modern Life
What is Luxembourg's main industry?
Financial services (including banking and investment funds)
Luxembourg is known for its high standard of living. What is one indicator of this?
It has the highest GDP per capita in the world.
What is a major international organization with headquarters in Luxembourg City?
The Court of Justice of the European Union
Luxembourg is a multilingual country. What percentage of the population speaks Luxembourgish at home?
Around 70%
What is the name of the international airport serving Luxembourg City?
Luxembourg Findel Airport
How many universities are there in Luxembourg?
Two: the University of Luxembourg and the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology
Which international tech giants have offices in Luxembourg?
Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, and PayPal, among others
What is the national park situated in the Mullerthal region of Luxembourg known for?
Its sandstone rock formations and hiking trails
How many Michelin-starred restaurants are there in Luxembourg?
12
What is the famous motto of Luxembourg City's tourism campaign?
"Live it. Love it. Luxembourg."