Luxembourg City Hall

Luxembourg City Hall which includes heritage elements, an administrative building and night scenes


Admire the elegant neoclassical hall that holds the offices of the local government, located on the site of a former Franciscan monastery.

Luxembourg City Hall (Hôtel de Ville de Luxembourg) is the pride of the city, where the mayor performs civic duties and foreign dignitaries are welcomed to the beautiful historic city centre. Looking out over the city’s main square, Place Guillaume II, the stunning neoclassical building has been at the centre of decades of historic events in Luxembourg City. Admire this symmetrical 19th-century building when exploring the pretty plaza.

Stroll around Place Guillaume II and note the different periods and styles of architecture in the city square. You’ll see the elegant two-story Luxembourg City Hall south of the square. Place Guillaume II was the site of a Franciscan monastery founded in the 13th century. The ruined foundations of the former monastery were used in the construction of the new City Hall. You may hear locals call the square Knuedler. This comes from "knued," a word meaning the knot in the belt worn by the monks.  

The building was designed by Justin Remont and constructed in the 1820s. Notice its simple and refined design, which is characterized by portico-style stairs and a series of symmetrical windows. Check out the two leonine sculptures flanking the stairway. Designed by Auguste Tremont, these lions represent the national symbol of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.

While access to the hall is limited to special events, Place Guillaume II is free to visit at any time of day. Local buses connect Luxembourg City Hall to the rest of the city. Explore this area’s pretty architecture during a leisurely self-directed walking tour.

Relax beneath a tree in the city square near Luxembourg City Hall and watch locals and visitors strolling around the geometrically patterned paving. On the opposite side of the square spot an equestrian statue of King William II, after whom the square is named. Stop at a café and sit at a table in the outdoor eating area, where you can enjoy a cup of coffee and admire the views.

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