Luxembourg

Luxembourg is a pricey destination — no question about it. Hotels, restaurants, and groceries all cost noticeably more than in most of Western Europe.

For a room in a decent 3-star hotel, budget around 100 euros per night. A meal at an affordable restaurant will run you about 17 euros.

These are rough figures for Luxembourg City — prices in smaller towns and the countryside tend to be a little easier on the wallet.

Luxembourg is consistently ranked the wealthiest country in the world by GDP per capita — currently sitting at around 116,921 dollars. You’ll feel it in the prices, but also in the incredibly well-maintained infrastructure and quality of life everywhere you go.

Good question — and honestly, the answer is: several!

The three official languages are Luxembourgish, French, and German.

French is the one that’ll get you furthest — virtually everyone speaks it. German and English are also widely understood, so you’re unlikely to hit a communication wall.

As for Luxembourgish itself — whether it’s a true language or a dialect is genuinely debated, and we haven’t quite made up our minds either. It sounds like a fascinating blend of French and German, and it’s really fun to listen to.

Luxembourg has a mild, temperate climate — similar to the rest of central Western Europe.

We’d recommend May, June, September, and October. The weather is pleasant without being too hot or too cold — seriously ideal for city trips, hiking, and exploring the countryside.