• The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is one of the smallest countries in Europe. It has an area of 2,586 km2, making it about the same size as the province of Drenthe. The country consists of two regions. The northern part is called Ösling and belongs to the Ardennes. It is a forested plateau landscape with deeply carved river valleys and rocky soil. The central and southern part of the country is called Gutland or Bon Pays which means "good land." This area has an undulating landscape and the soil is loam and marl, excellent for agriculture.

Backpacking in Luxembourg?

• One of the smallest countries in Europe, but with great character. Think castles, ancient forests and a vibrant capital city! 
• Features: lots of outdoor adventures to be had a short distance from a modern city. Beautiful nature combined with ancient European culture.

Travel in Luxembourg?

• Cities spotting: Luxembourg City, Echternach, Vianden, Esch-sur-Alzette
• Activities spotting: hiking and biking tours, visiting castles, canoeing, climbing, visiting museums, wine tasting in Moselle, bathing in thermal baths. 
• Nature spotting: the spectacular rock formations and forests of the Müllerthal, or Little Switzerland, the dense forests of the Ardennes, the vineyards and river landscapes of the Moselle Valley.
• Animal spotting: deer, wild boar, foxes, golden eagle, black stork, beavers. 

Studying in Luxembourg?

• Education in Luxembourg: the quality of education is high in Luxembourg, especially at the University of Luxembourg. The tuition fee Is relatively low compared to other European countries.
• Language: in Luxembourg, studies are offered in French, German, Luxembourgish and usually English. 
• Studies: everything is possible in Luxembourg. Law, economics and business administration, information and engineering sciences are particularly popular, and a special study you can take is a master's in “space, communication and media law” on satellite communications. 
• Study cities: Luxembourg City, Esch-sur-Alzette, Diekirch, Ettelbruck. 
• Language learning: there are three national languages in Luxembourg - Luxembourgish, French and German. English is also increasingly spoken. There are several language schools and you can also learn the official languages at the universities. 

Internship in Luxembourg?

• Internships: there are many opportunities for internships in Luxembourg such as in tourism, law, business administration and economics. 
• Internship cities: Luxembourg City, Esch-sur-Alzette, Kirchberg (district of Luxembourg City), Clervaux. 
• Characteristics: international working environment, competitive fees, European networking opportunities, wide range of sectors. 
• Competencies: extensive language skills, intercultural communication, networking. 

Volunteering in Luxembourg?

• Volunteer projects: there are not many opportunities for temporary full-time volunteering in Luxembourg. Volunteering takes place more part-time at local institutions, without accommodation or compensation. However, there are private individuals who offer volunteer work for board and lodging. 
• Animal/nature projects: animal shelters, local nature conservation organizations.
• Characteristics: mainly part-time in leisure time, not many options for full-time volunteers.

Working in Luxembourg?

• Jobs: many immigrants work in Luxembourg. Temporary work can be found mainly in the tourism sector. For more permanent work, you can go into a variety of sectors, but the banking and financial industry is particularly popular. 
• Work culture: there is a strong work ethic and a lot of professional dedication, often in an international and multicultural environment. Flexibility and a good work-life balance are also important aspects of the work culture.
• Characteristics: international work environment, multilingualism, high salaries, strong economy, good social services. 

Working as a digital nomad in Luxembourg?

• Luxembourg is not known for digital nomad life, mainly because of the high costs. 
• Favorite locations: Luxembourg City. 
• Characteristics: expensive, small community, lots of outdoor adventures, good quality of life. 

Living in Luxembourg?

• Language: Luxembourg, French and German.
• Quality of life: the quality of life in Luxembourg is expensive, but good. All the amenities you need can be found, there is a large international community, nature is beautiful and you can easily travel to other countries. 
• Characteristics: cosmopolitan atmosphere, good quality of life, modern facilities with ancient culture and nature, and a multicultural society. 
• Health care: health care in Luxembourg is of high quality with modern facilities, lots of international cooperation and highly trained staff. Do arrange your own (international) health insurance well. 

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