Celebrate Easter

As Luxembourg’s students look forward to spring break, the traditional Easter celebrations are back. It’s a time to reflect on what they mean for the Christian community and for Luxembourg.

Easter is a major Christian religious holiday. For Christians in Luxembourg and around the world,it marks the end of Lent, which follows the Carnival season and the Feast of the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple, which commemorates the presentation of the infant Jesus at the temple 40 days after his birth.

This year, Easter Sunday falls on April 5, 2026.

Religious Traditions: Easter in Luxembourg

Easter celebrations for Christians in Luxembourg

Easter is the second most important holiday for Christians, after Christmas, celebrated on December 25 and marking the birth of Jesus, the Son of God.

For Christians, the religious Easter celebrations commemorating the last days of Jesus before his death on the cross begin on the Thursday before Easter Sunday and end on the Monday following Easter Sunday. This week is Holy Week for Christians, or Karwoch in Luxembourgish.

On this Thursday evening, known asGrëndonneschdeg in Luxembourgish, Jesus shares a final meal with his disciples while announcing that one of them will betray him. This episode was immortalized in Leonardo da Vinci’s famous painting of The Last Supper. After the meal, following the betrayal by his disciple Judas, Jesus is arrested by the Romans. The Roman authorities in power wanted to get rid of this “King of the Jews” who was drawing crowds.

The next day, following the people’s decision, Jesus is crucified alongside two thieves. This day, Good Friday, or Karfreideg in Luxembourgish, is a somber day for Christians who commemorate the day of Jesus’ death. Traditionally, no meat is eaten on this day.

On Saturday, Karsamschteg, while Jesus lies in his tomb, Christians celebrate the traditional Easter Vigil with prayers in churches across the country.

Easter Sunday, Ouschtersonndeg in Luxembourgish, is a very important day for Christians . On this day, they celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. Indeed, two women who came to pay their respects to Jesus discovered the tomb empty. As he had foretold, Jesus had gone to be with God. If you attend Mass on Easter Sunday, you will likely receive a painted hard-boiled egg to celebrate renewal and the resurrection of Jesus.

Finally, don’t miss the Eimaischen market on Easter Monday. This traditional festival celebrates the renewal of spring with little whistling birds.

Easter is widely celebrated in Luxembourg. AsLuxembourg has a Christian tradition, Easter holidays are observed as public holidays.

Rattles or “Klibberen” replace the bells of Luxembourg’s churches

According to local custom, church bells no longer ring in Luxembourg’s towns and villages starting on Holy Thursday , the day before Easter. Indeed, tradition holds that the church bells are said to travel to Rome, the capital of Catholicism, during this time. Church organs must also remain silent to respect the faithful’s contemplation, in remembrance of Jesus’ death.

To replace the bells and invite the faithful to prayer, children go around the villages with rattles (Klibber). Three times a day (morning, noon, and evening), they call the faithful to prayer in the churches. This “Klibberen” period lasts until the bells return to the churches on Easter Sunday. You can also hear them ringing on that day to announce the resurrection of Jesus. You’ll notice “Klibberen” signs at the entrances to Luxembourg villages and towns. Depicting children with rattles, they urge drivers to exercise extreme caution and slow down on the streets.

As a reward for this “Klibberen,” the children come ringing your doorbell on Saturday afternoon or Easter Sunday. They come looking for chocolate eggs or money. Be sure to have some treats ready—or even a little cash—if these children ring your doorbell! This Klibberen tradition has been listed as part of Luxembourg’s intangible cultural heritage since 2022.

Easter Egg Hunts in Luxembourg

In addition to being a religious holiday, Easter is also a family celebration that features traditional egg hunts, combining chocolate-filled adventures with quality family time. In Luxembourg, the eggs are brought by the Easter Bunny (Ouschterhues)!

From , many establishments, municipalities, and associations organize large-scale egg hunts. Children—and even adults—are invited to participate.

Luxembourg then transforms into a playground for young and old alike, where the famous Easter Bunny hides his eggs in locations as varied as they are picturesque: castles, parks, museums, and nature centers. Here’s a look at the egg hunts you won’t want to miss this season.

Exploring the Castles

In Differdange, the castle welcomes families for an egg hunt organized by the American Women’s Club Luxembourg, to benefit the Gifts for Kids association. Children explore the historic gardens in search of colorful eggs while enjoying activities such as face painting and spring games.

In Sanem, Schlippi, the mascot rabbit, guides the little ones on a hunt organized by the municipality, with limited group sizes so every child can participate comfortably.

Creative and immersive workshops

Some egg hunts are combined with creative activities. At the A Possen Museum, children ages 6 to 12 can make Easter wreaths, dye eggs using traditional methods, or create nests and decorations from fabric and natural materials.

At the Robbesscheier Nature Center, families make their own paper baskets, follow a trail to find wooden eggs to exchange for chocolate, and enjoy workshops making spring decorations and cookies, as well as horse-drawn carriage rides.

Easter egg hunts for everyone

Many municipalities and public venues offer free or low-cost hunts. In Marnach, the Nordstrooss shopping center invites families to find four giant eggs to enter a raffle. In Schifflange, the forest becomes a playground for little ones, featuring storytelling, crafts, and of course an egg hunt. Other municipalities, such as Steinsel, Mamer, and Remich, also organize their own hunts, often accessible by registration and for a nominal fee.

Check with your local municipality.

Practical tips for egg hunts

• Check the participation requirements: some hunts require advance registration or a ticket.
• Wear clothes suitable for the weather and walking, especially for outdoor hunts.
• Arrive early to enjoy the activities and workshops on offer.

To learn more about Luxembourg’s traditions, discover how the Buergbrennen, a spectacular bonfire, symbolizes the end of winter in a blaze of glory.

The Easter period marks a two-week school break for elementary and high school students. Be sure to keep them occupied during this time.