Luxembourg Is The Richest Country In The World But Affordable To Visit
Luxembourg is aff0rdable to visit [Image by djedj from Pixabay]Luxembourg is a tiny country, around the size of the state of Rhode Island, but this isn’t holding it back. It is not only the richest country in the European Union, but it is also considered to be the wealthiest in the world. With all this wealth, the average tourist might think they can’t afford to visit. However, it turns out Luxembourg is surprisingly affordable and within reach of almost every traveler.
Why is Luxembourg affordable?
Considering it’s the richest country, Luxembourg is almost one of the smallest in the world. In fact, it is slightly smaller than the US state of Rhode Island. So tiny, but so rich, surely it will cost a fortune to visit here?
Castle in Luxembourg [Image by Yvonne Huijbens from Pixabay]Luxembourg has a high GDP per person, so you would imagine it would be very expensive to visit, but it isn’t. Read on to find out how Luxembourg is affordable for even budget travelers.
Affordable accommodation
Just because the country is full of wealthy residents doesn’t automatically mean that it is expensive. Yes, there are plenty of 5-star hotels in Luxembourg, but they don’t come with a hefty price tag. In fact, when compared to other European capitals like London or Paris, Luxembourg’s hotels are surprisingly affordable.
Meanwhile, in August, rooms are available in the city center for only around $249. However, for those on a budget, a basic hotel room in the center of Luxembourg City is around $100 per night.
Free public transport in Luxembourg
Tram system [Image Tram_Luxembourg/Facebook]One major bonus of visiting Luxembourg is that all public transport is free. While normally, getting around while on vacation can quickly tot up, here using trains and buses is free throughout the country. The country switched to free public transport back in 2020, which means locals and tourists alike can hop on board without paying anything. This applies not only to buses and trains but also to the new, modern tram system.
No ticket is required, but it is recommended to keep some form of identity on you in case a conductor asks for it while you are on board. Not only can you explore Luxembourg for free, but you can easily connect to other networks with efficient cross-border connections with Belgium, France and Germany.
Most museums are free to visit
Pe Museum [Image by Marc Schneider from Pixabay]Having saved money on accommodation and zipped around the country for free, budget travelers will find there are many free attractions in Luxembourg. Head to the Museum Mile in Luxembourg city and you will find most of the seven museums offer free entry to their permanent exhibits. Those that don’t offer reduced prices, or free evening openings once a week.
Exploring Luxembourg
Besides museums, Luxembourg features many walking trails and tours that are free to access. Heading out for the day gives the opportunity to explore not only the popular attractions but also the hidden gems in the city. There are many excellent guided tours to take advantage of from the local tourism office.
Rural scene [Image by Yvonne Huijbens from Pixabay]What makes exploring even better is the lack of crowds in the city, a definite change from popular EU cities like Amsterdam, Berlin, or Paris. Heading into nature in Luxembourg, this scenic country features rolling hills and green forests, dotted with more than 70 fairytale castles dating back 1,000 years.
Find out more about Luxembourg on the official tourism website and make sure to visit the next time you are in Europe.
Anne Sewell: Anne is a freelance writer and travel writer who has spent much of her life in southern Africa (Malawi, Zimbabwe and South Africa, and is now living on the Costa del Sol in southern Spain.