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Landlocked country in western Europe, member of the EU. It's the world's only remaining grand duchy

Luxembourg is a small landlocked country in Europe bordered by Belgium, France, and Germany.

The country has a thriving economy with moderate growth and stable high income. Its political and tax climate has attracted quite a few foreign companies to establish their regional headquarters in Luxembourg. Luxembourg is also a significant player in the banking sector becoming the 2nd largest fund center and because of privacy laws an important private banking center in the Eurozone.

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Why are wheelie bins half-buried in parts of Luxembourg?

Walking around a residential area in Luxembourg, I noticed that each home had their wheelie bin for general rubbish in the front yard strangely placed in a neat, concrete-lined pit. It wasn't everywhere in Luxembourg, but nor was it just one…
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Is it possible to cross Luxembourg north to south hiking?

I've recently realised that the distance from Clervaux to Luxembourg City is walkable in a two-day hike. While I am aware that this is not exactly crossing the country from the northernmost point to the southernmost point, I am still interested in…
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What options are available to go from Leuven/Brussels to Luxembourg?

I would like to visit Luxembourg this weekend. I have tried the Megabus, Eurolines and even the Belgian Rail (see P.S.). I was wondering if there is any direct connection between Leuven/Brussels to Luxembourg. If not how do I get there? P.S.: The…
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Where to park a car in Luxembourg (city)?

I'm going to Luxembourg by car and I'm looking for a place where I can park for free. It should be also close to the city center - a maximum of 20 minutes walking distance from the old town.
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A little problem in European traffic rules: Priority of a car sitting on a "stepstone" island

Here is an intersection which always gives me trouble: The usual continental European traffic rules apply; There are two lanes which have right-of-way, one going towards the North-West, and one towards the South-East ; There is a side-road coming…
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Luxembourg speed cameras, UK plates. Will I get a ticket?

I just got caught by a speed camera in Luxembourg. The car is mine and registered in the UK. The steering wheel is on the right side (UK type of car). Am I likely to get a fine? Edit: Five months have passed and fine hasn't arrived yet - so I would…
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Star alliance lounge at Luxembourg?

Is there a Star Alliance lounge at Luxembourg airport international departures? I am flying out on Turkish to Istanbul and the Turkish airlines website shows no lounge at Luxembourg neither does my Star Alliance lounge finder show anything. On the…
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What is a legalized copy?

I am from Russia, since September I move to Luxembourg to study. At the moment I am preparing documents for obtaining permission for stay in Luxembourg. In official lists of documents I see the requirement to present legalized copies of documents…
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Can somebody explain where the three different Luxembourgs are located?

I was putting destination in kayak and came to know that there are three different Luxembourgs. According to kayak it is as below - Luxembourg - This is apparently the country with orage-white-blue shaded flag. Another Luxembourg is Luxembourg,…
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Getting a Cell plan while traveling in Belgium, strange requirements

Looks like they want both a local address and a bank account to get a SIM card in Belgium (at least that is what I am reading). Is it really impossible to get a SIM card while travelling thru Belgium for a month? Looking for something like 100GB…
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Can Indian nationals resident in the UK and fully vaccinated by the NHS currently travel to Luxembourg?

I'm planning to visit Luxembourg and have reviewed the guidelines here: https://covid19.public.lu/en/travellers/visiting-luxembourg.html . It states that third-country nationals are not allowed to enter, unless they are residents of EU/Schengen…
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Foreign Luxembourg resident with passport less than 6 months validity

I am not sure if this was asked already. I am researching for passport validity for Schengen for non-EU long term residents but I cant find any answer. My passport will expire on May 2019 and I am currently on holiday outside of EU and returning…
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Left luggage in Luxembourg with late opening times

I would like to leave my bags somewhere in Luxembourg City at about 16:00 and pick them up at midnight. However, the left luggage facility at the railway station closes at 21:30. What are my options?
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Major international passenger transit hubs near Luxembourg, other than Germany

This is sort of an extension from my previous question . Now I have been trying to locate which international passenger transit hubs near Luxembourg are connected well with BOM and YUL . The list of countries near Luxembourg are…
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Which category of Schengen Visa?

I am from India and am going to Luxembourg to meet a friend who is coming from Seattle. So, even he does not have a permanent address per se. So, is it advisable for me to apply for a tourist visa or a "Visit friend" visa? IT returns are expected…
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