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Hidden Gems in Luxembourg City

Luxembourg City's landscape is defined by its dramatic topography and layers of history. This collection spans from the 17th-century Bock Casemates, a vast subterranean defense system, to the 153-meter-long Adolphe Bridge. Modern additions include the 71-meter Pfaffenthal glass elevator, providing views of the Alzette valley, and contemporary sculptures like the Tall Banker and Sopransolo in the Kirchberg district. These landmarks highlight the city's evolution from a formidable fortress to a hub of modern architecture and public art.

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Casemates Bock

Walk through the vast network of tunnels that once protected the city. Get a guided tour or explore on your own - exciting!

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Adolphe Bridge

The Adolphe Bridge is a double-decked arch bridge in Luxembourg City, in southern Luxembourg.

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Pfaffenthal panorama elevator

Glass elevator providing a public transport link between the upper city center and the river valley. It features a 71-meter ascent and a viewing platform with a glass floor section.

Sander Groeneveld / CC-BY-SA

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Tall Banker

An eight-meter-tall sculpture by the artist collective Inges Idee. Located in the Kirchberg financial district, this slender figure stands in front of the DekaBank building, symbolizing the area’s economic significance.

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Sopransolo

A bronze sculpture by German artist Helge Leiberg. Situated near the Philharmonie Luxembourg in the Kirchberg district, the dynamic figure reflects the musical and cultural atmosphere of its surroundings.