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Architecture and art in the public space: Kirchberg Plateau

Architecture and art in the public space: Kirchberg Plateau

Group prices from 120€

Discover the modern sculptures and the contemporary architecture of a futuristic part of the city.

Did you know that the Kirchberg Plateau, the 24th district of Luxembourg City, was still an agricultural area barely 60 years ago? Learn more about the district’s rapid development and discover the contemporary architecture designed by award-winning star architects as well as the many works of art that can be found all across the district. With more than 7000 new homes in development pipeline, public parks and gardens have recently been added to liven up this modern district. The Kirchberg Plateau is also home to many cultural and sport institutions, such as the Philharmonie, the Musée d’Art Moderne Grand-Duc Jean (MUDAM), the Musée Dräi Eechelen as well as the Coque, National Sports and Cultural Centre.

 

Points of interest on the map

Points of interest

Place de l'Europe

Place de l'Europe

The triangular area of the Place de l'Europe (which was previously an open-air car park at the foot of the Alcide De Gasperi tower building) was designed by the Catalan architect Ricardo Bofill in 200...

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EU Parliament in Luxembourg City

EU Parliament in Luxembourg City

The Parliament is elected directly every five years by all European citizens who are eligible to vote. The plenary sessions take place in Strasbourg and Brussels. The main task of the Parliament is to...

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EU Commission

The European Commission is also known as the engine of the EU.All proposals for laws, political action or programmes are made by the Commission. As "Guardian of the Treaties" it ensures, together with...

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European Investment Bank in Luxembourg City

European Investment Bank in Luxembourg City

The European Investment Bank (EIB), the banking institution of the European Union for long-term investments, has been founded in 1957 by the Treaties of Rome. The building is the work of the English a...

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MUDAM-Museum of Modern Art Grand-Duc Jean

Famous architect I.M. Pei chose the historic site of the Fort Thüngen for the construction of the Musée d'Art Moderne Grand-Duc Jean (Mudam).Mudam, located on the Kirchberg-Plateau, between the Place ...

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Philharmonie (c) Alfonso Salgueiro

Philharmonie Luxembourg

Designed by French architect Christian de Portzamparc, the Philharmonie (Salle de Concerts Grande-Duchesse Joséphine- Charlotte) is the new landmark of the Place de l’Europe.Its columns encompass thre...

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Centre National Sportif et Culturel d'Coque

Centre National Sportif et Culturel d'Coque

In 1982, the olympic swimming pool opened its doors. The striking shell-shaped roofline is reminiscent of a seashell, and is made of spans of pre-stressed concrete. The architect Roger Taillibert (192...

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Important information

Hours

An extension to a 3 hour tour is possible.

Infos

Duration
2 hours

Number of people
max. 20

Price

Book your personal guide:

Group from 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.

Architecture and art in the public space: Kirchberg Plateau
Group prices from 120€