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Luxembourg

Lëtzebuerg
Capital
Luxembourg City
Population
660K
Area
2,586 km²
Language
Luxembourgish / French / German

Luxembourg is a country in Western Europe, Europe. Its capital is Luxembourg City, with a population of approximately 660K and a total area of 2,586 km². The official languages are Luxembourgish / French / German and the currency is the Euro (€).

📊 Quick Facts about Luxembourg

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Population
660K
total residents
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Total Area
2,586 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
255/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$86.9B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$131,665
per person
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Currency
Euro (€)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Luxembourgish / French / German
official
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Coastline
0 km (landlocked)
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+1/2
UTC offset
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Independence
1867
established
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Local Time in Luxembourg City

Luxembourg covers an area of 2,586 km² with a population density of 255/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $86.9B ($131,665 per capita) and gained independence in 1867. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.

Did You Know?

Luxembourg has the highest GDP per capita in the world, over $130,000 per person. This tiny nation of 660,000 people hosts the European Court of Justice and is one of the world's most important financial centres.

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✈️ Travel Information for Luxembourg

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Best Time to Visit
May–September
Temperate, mild and rainy
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Cost of Travel
Expensive
vs global average
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Visa
Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)
entry requirements

⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before travel.

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📍 Luxembourg on the Map

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📍 Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
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🏆 Luxembourg World Rankings

1st
GDP Per Capita
Highest GDP per capita in the world
1st
EU Institutions
Home to European Court of Justice and major EU bodies
1st
Steel
Was the world's leading steel producer per capita for decades
1st
Banking
One of the world's top financial centres and investment fund hubs

🏛 Must-See Places in Luxembourg

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Luxembourg

What is the capital of Luxembourg?

The capital of Luxembourg is Luxembourg City.

What continent is Luxembourg in?

Luxembourg is located in Europe, in the Western Europe region.

What currency does Luxembourg use?

Luxembourg uses the Euro (€). The international calling code is +352.

What is the GDP of Luxembourg?

Luxembourg has a GDP of $86.9B, with a GDP per capita of $131,665.

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