Luxembourg

This province lies in the southern part of Wallonia and spreads over woodlands, plateaus and valleys. It covers more than four thousand square kilometers and ranks as the largest provincial territory in the country.

The territory was formed in 1839 as a Belgian province after the partition of the former Grand Duchy during Belgian independence. The border split the western parts from the remaining territory to the east.

The area around Arlon is known as Arelerland and keeps its special linguistic character alive in daily life. Locals switch between Luxembourgish and French in their conversations, while Walloon also appears in everyday exchanges.

The provincial territory divides into five administrative districts centered around larger towns. Main roads connect these towns and serve as starting points for trips into the forested surroundings.

The Ardennes cover roughly four fifths of the provincial area and create a forested environment with very few inhabitants per square kilometer. This low settlement has preserved natural areas where hikers and cyclists often go for hours without seeing larger towns.

Location: Wallonia

Inception: 1839

Capital city: Arlon

Elevation above the sea: 488 m

Operator: Province de Luxembourg

Shares border with: Province of Namur, Province of Liege, Luxembourg, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Meuse, Ardennes, Lorraine, Grand Est

Email: info@province.luxembourg.be

Website: https://province.luxembourg.be

GPS coordinates: 49.91667,5.41667

Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:31