Not recommended for children
In the spirit of Buergbrennen, discover the dark side of the fortress and many other sombre legends of the city.
The fish-market : place of punishment and execution
The hangman : an unpopular profession with a bad reputation
The prisons and dungeons : numerous and in bad condition
The witch hunt : the sad truth and their cruel destiny
Liichtmëssdag, also known as Candlemas, is a charming and traditional celebration in Luxembourg that takes place on the eve of St. Blaise's Day, which is 2nd February.The origins of the Liichtmëssdag date back to the pre-Christian era, but today, the festival is associated with Saint Blaise, one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers that are venerated in Roman Catholicism. He is said to protect not only cattle, but also to help fight sore throats, ulcers and the plague.
Curious ? Discover the dark side of the fortress and many other sombre legends by joining a guided tour through the upper old town and the Grund.
Important information
Address
Place Guillaume II, Ville Haute Luxembourg
Luxembourg City Tourist Office
Duration
2 hours
Number of participants
Max. 20
When
| Date | Hours |
|---|---|
| Saturday 08/03/2025 | 17H30 - 19H30 |
| Saturday 08/03/2025 | 18H00 - 20H00 |
Infos
Start
Luxembourg City Tourist Office, Place Guillaume II
Arrival
Grund district in front of the elevator
Contact
Price
General terms and conditions of sale
Not recommended for children
Individual tickets:
| Adults | 18€ |
| Students and seniors | 14,50€ |
Book your personal guide:
| Group of 1 to 20 people | 120€ |
Book a guided tour for your group at the date, time and in the language of your choice. Please book at least 10 working days in advance.