Hesperange, a municipality between city and countryside

Hesperange, a highly attractive Luxembourg municipality

Thanks to its immediate proximity to the City of Luxembourg and quick access to major highways, the town of Hespérange (Hesper in Luxembourgish) offers many advantages to its residents.

History of Hespérange in Luxembourg

The first records of Hespérange date back to the 9th century, when it was a possession of Echternach Abbey. It was the Lords of Rodemack who built a fortified castle there in the 18th century. In fact, the ruins of the castle can still be seen today, overlooking the town.

Hespérange was home to what was then the largest grain mill in Luxembourg. Unfortunately, it exploded in 1893. It was replaced by a new mill, built in Kleinbettingen. At that time, the town had a population of about 2,300.

It was especially after World War II that the town of Hespérange experienced significant growth. Its population thus rose from 3,500 to over 10,000 by 1992. Benefiting from its immediate proximity to the city of Luxembourg, Hespérange takes advantage of various highway routes that provide quick access to the three neighboring countries. Several business parks are located within the municipality, notably in Howald.

The town is a major hub for economic development.

Business Parks in Hespérange

The municipality of Hespérange is situated between urban and agricultural areas. While it is characterized by the diversity of its landscapes, it also features several residential neighborhoods and numerous commercial business parks. There are also several restaurants located around the municipal administration building .

The town of Howald, directly connected to the city of Luxembourg via the Gasperich neighborhood, has a very urban environment. It is home to numerous business districts, including Rue des Scillas, which is undergoing significant transformation with the recent arrival of the tram.

The new “Op de Leemen” business park in Fentange and the expansion of the Alzingen industrial zone along the N3 will undoubtedly bring even greater commercial momentum to the municipality.

There is a Raiffeisen bank branch in Alzingen and an AXA insurance agent in Hespérange.

The village of Itzig is home to the bike shop owned by Andy Schléck, the famous Luxembourgish cyclist.Come watch the Skoda Tour de Luxembourg professional race

Residential Neighborhoods in Hespérange

In contrast, the village of Itzig is characterized above all by a more rural and residential atmosphere. It also has several shops and restaurants.

Located between the two, Hesperange has the best of both worlds, much like Alzingen.

The Fentange plateau is now a predominantly residential area with large homes, right next to the Cloche d’Or neighborhood.

Numerous school facilities

The increase in the number of families with children has prompted the municipal administration to expand school facilities. Alzingen now has a new school, while existing school facilities have been expanded.

The municipality of Hesperange offers schools with cafeterias and after-school care services (in Itzig and Fentange), allowing children to stay at school longer.

The L’Enfant Roi daycare center in Howald will provide the best care for your children from a very young age.

Recreational Activities in the Municipality of Hesperange

Hesperange offers numerous sports facilities. Soccer and basketballcourts , a sports hall, a beach volleyball court, a pétanquecourt , a cyclocross track, and a skate park are available to residents. The YOYO indoor amusement park is also located there.

Hespérange also has a music school with more than 400 students enrolled in over 30 different music programs. Both group and individual lessons are offered.

There are also many hiking trails to explore around the town. A detailed description of these trails can be found on the town’s website, hesperange.lu.

The town of Hespérange is also home to the famous breast cancer awareness race, the Broschtkriibslaf, organized as part of Pink October.

Public Transportation in Hespérange

As for public transportation, several bus routes serve Hespérange. A study on a bypass around Hespérange is still underway to alleviate traffic congestion in the town, which is heavily congested during rush hour.

Howald Station provides train service to Luxembourg Station.

The T1 tram line runs to Howald from Findel Airport in one direction and toward the Cloche d’Or and the Stade de Luxembourg neighborhood in the other.

Sustainable transportation is encouraged through the Vel’oh bike-sharing system, as well as the Flexibus service, which takes you to the destination of your choice.

For tourists, there’s also a campground in Alzingen. Convenient and not far from the city!

Living in Hespérange: The Essentials at a Glance