The Moselle - tastes, relaxation and discovery
Luxembourg's Moselle region, a land of contrasts, where the River Moselle flows peacefully between sun-drenched hillsides covered with vineyards. This exceptional terroir has been producing world-renowned white and sparkling wines for almost 2,000 years. Stroll through the vineyards, taste the local vintages, saunter along the river or relax in the thermal spas. Explore the picturesque villages on walks, discover the unspoilt nature or just let yourself be seduced by this haven of peace just 20 km from the capital.
Landscapes, traditions and history
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Discovering the Moselle region
Located in the East of the country, the Moselle is named after the river that draws the 42km of natural border between the Grand Duchy and Germany. Mild climate, wine-growing tradition and European spirit are among the region's assets.
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Léiffrawëschdag: a unique harvest festival in Greiveldange
The Moselle village of Greiveldange is one of the last places to practice this tradition every 15 August. For the occasion, a bunch of herbs, cereals and vegetables is blessed in a ceremony, in the hope of a bountiful harvest.
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Sip and celebrate: discover Luxembourg's vibrant wine and grape festivals
Discover Luxembourg's wine and grape festivals: when to celebrate, what to taste, and how to experience the joy of local traditions
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Schengen - cradle of a Europe without borders
Schengen is a small village on the Luxembourg Moselle, located on the Luxembourg-France-Germany tri-border area. For most people however, it is a symbol of the free movement of people and goods and the suppression of borders in Europe.
Taste and terroir
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Gastronomic heritage
Whether you are a chef, newlyweds or keen on local gastronomy, a cookbook by Ketty Thull is a "must". Clovis Degrave, Hostellerie du Grünewald, reinterpreted one of the dishes of this icon for us!
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Crémant – Luxembourg's sparkling sensation
Crémant de Luxembourg is a sparkling wine made from local grapes, renowned for its quality. Available in various styles, it’s perfect for celebrations or casual gatherings. Enjoy its effervescence chilled and discover the elegance of this exquisite wine.
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AOP – the label for guaranteed quality
The "Appellation d'origine protégée" (AOP) label guarantees the quality and origin of Luxembourg's Moselle wines. It ensures strict controls throughout the production process, offering consumers a unique taste of the region's winemaking expertise.
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Fiederwäissen or Stréiwäin – discover our wine specialties
Crémant, Fiederwäissen, late harvest, straw wine or ice wine – the special wines from the Moselle region surprise you every year with their excellent quality. But there's a catch: quantities are extremely limited!
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Luxembourg's vineyards - small but excellent
Why not find out all about Luxembourg wines before taking a trip to the Moselle region? On your marks, with tasting glasses at the ready!
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Wine tourism: explore the region with your senses
Wine tourism is gaining more and more momentum. It is about experiencing wine in all of its glory. Wine growers delight in opening their doors to you so you can taste their grapevine products, so feel free to cross their threshold.
Discovery and Relaxation
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Cruises on the Moselle river
Luxembourg's Moselle region is a very popular excursion and holiday destination. Here you will find a varied range of activities, including those on the passenger ships operating on the Moselle. Please climb aboard!
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Water activities
Are you a water lover looking for an water activity for the summer that's either fun, sporty or gentle? Then welcome to the Grand Duchy, where the lakes and rivers are great for swimming and a host of other water activities.
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Discover the Moselle by bike – and the rest of the country too
Luxembourg was considered a cycling country long before the success of the Schleck brothers. And this has become more apparent in recent years with the nationwide expansion of cycle paths and a whole series of other initiatives.
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The Moselle and Mullerthal – exploration on foot
With one of the densest pedestrian networks in Europe and more than 5,000km of footpaths, the Grand Duchy is a safe bet. Discover the Mullerthal and Moselle regions!
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Rural accommodation: relax in the heart of the countryside
Do you want to blend in with nature day and night? Rural accommodation in Luxembourg is evolving to include glampling cabins, attractive parking areas for visitors in motorhomes or unique accommodation.
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Ready for an adventure? Discover the Grands Trails in our regions.
Did you know that every region in Luxembourg can be explored on foot via a long hiking route? So fill your water bottle, pull on your hiking boots and follow us across the country!
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