Luxembourg municipalities, towns, and villages

The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg has 100 municipalities, 12 of which are cities in their own right. The rest consist of several villages grouped together into a single municipality.

The current trend is towards merging municipalities in order to improve services and administrative efficiency. Mergers also create economies of scale that benefit residents.

It should be noted that administrative efficiency is highly valued by expatriates.

Municipalities are administrative entities in their own right, consisting of one or more towns or villages. They are autonomous jurisdictions, governed by a mayor and the municipal council. These are drawn from the municipal council, which is elected for six years by the inhabitants of the municipality during municipal elections.

Municipalities belong to cantons. There are 12 cantons in Luxembourg.

Municipalities with more than 10,000 inhabitants

13 municipalities have a population of more than 10,000 inhabitants.

City of Luxembourg, capital of the country Luxembourg

The City of Luxembourg occupies a very important place in the Grand Duchy from an economic and political point of view. It is the capital of Luxembourg and the largest city in the country in terms of population.

The city of Luxembourg had 134,697 inhabitants on January 1, 2025, representing nearly 20% of Luxembourg's population. More than 70% of the population of the city of Luxembourg is foreign. There are nearly 170 different nationalities, of which nearly 90% are European.

Find out more about Luxembourg City and its 24 neighborhoods where you can live.

Other major cities in Luxembourg

The most populous cities after Luxembourg are mainly located in the canton of Esch-sur-Alzette in the south of the country.

• The second largest city in the country is Esch-sur-Alzette, which had a population of 37,922 on January 1, 2025.
• Differdange has 30,789 inhabitants.
• Dudelange has 22,203 inhabitants
• Pétange: 21,806 inhabitants
• Sanem: 19,085 inhabitants
• Bettembourg: 11,628 inhabitants
• Schifflange: 11,589 inhabitants
  are also located in the southern region of Luxembourg.

The municipality of Hesperange has 17,146 inhabitants and is located in the Canton of Luxembourg - Central region, as is the town of Strassen, which has a population of 10,631.

The town of Mamer has 11,368 inhabitants in its municipality. Kaërjeng has 11,589 inhabitants. Both are located in the canton of Capellen in western Luxembourg.

Mersch, with approximately 10,645 inhabitants, rounds off the list of municipalities with more than 10,000 inhabitants.

The favorite municipalities of foreigners in Luxembourg

Luxembourg welcomes many new arrivals every year. Its population is constantly growing due to immigration. In which municipalities do these foreigners settle?

Immigration is not evenly distributed across Luxembourg. Some municipalities attract more foreigners than others, particularly large urban areas such as Luxembourg City and Esch-sur-Alzette.

The municipalities with the highest proportion of foreigners are, in order:

• the City of Luxembourg (72.6% foreigners),
• Strassen (65.1%),
• Bertrange (56.9%),
• Esch-sur-Alzette (56.1%),
• Hesperange (55%),
• Kopstal (54.7%),
• Walferdange (54.4%),
• Mamer (54.1%),
• Larochette (53.1%)
• Differdange (52.3%)
• Sandweiler (51.1%)

After settling near their places of work, immigrants tend to move further away when they next relocate. They then move to less expensive municipalities, given the cost of housing in Luxembourg.

Want to meet your neighbors? Don't miss the Fête des Voisins or Nopeschfest.

Municipalities near Luxembourg City

Several municipalities located in the immediate vicinity of Luxembourg City are a good compromise for living in Luxembourg.

• Strassen and Bertrange to the west (canton of Luxembourg)
• Leudelange to the southwest (Esch-sur-Alzette district)
• Hespérange to the southeast (canton of Luxembourg)
• Sandweiler and Schuttrange to the east (canton of Luxembourg)
• Niederanven to the northeast (canton of Luxembourg)
• Walferdange to the north (canton of Luxembourg)
• Kopstal to the north (Capellen district)

Prices here are often more attractive than in Luxembourg City, even though they have been rising in recent years. See the latest real estate trends.

Well served by public transport, these municipalities offer all the amenities you need in terms of nurseries, after-school care centers, and Luxembourg primary schools for your children.

What's more, these municipalities have the advantage of being located close to Luxembourg City, which remains very easily accessible.

They also offer a green setting that is ideal for family outings on Sundays. Living in the heart of nature is a joy when the snow falls or, conversely, when the sun comes out.

The municipalities are very active, despite their smaller size, and offer a wide range of activities for their residents.

Before moving to Luxembourg, it is essential to understand the differences between the regions. Find out more about what you need to know to live in Luxembourg.

Some municipalities in Luxembourg

Bertrange	Esch-sur-Alzette, Belval
Hesperange, Itzig, Howald, Alzingen, Fentange	Niederanven, Oberanven, Ernster, Hostert, Rameldange, Senningen, Senningerberg, Waldhof, and Staffelter
Sandweiler and Findel	Town of Strassen
Walferdange, Béreldange, Helmsange	City of Luxembourg

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No matter where you choose to live, certain towns and villages are well worth a visit.

City of Luxembourg, capital of Luxembourg

Large and notable enough to warrant a full page, you can find more information about Luxembourg's capital city here.

Esch-sur-Alzette

Esch-sur-Alzette deserves its name as the capital of the Red Lands. It is the second largest city in Luxembourg. With a rich mining history, it has turned this into a real asset by integrating it into its development to be reborn and look resolutely towards the future. Esch-sur-Alzette was the European Capital of Culture in 2022.

Schengen

Are you a Europhile? A detour to Schengen will give you a better understanding of the ins and outs of the construction of the European Union. It was here that European leaders signed the famous Schengen Agreement in 1990, which came into force in 1995. What's more, Schengen now houses a piece of the famous Berlin Wall.

Echternach

The town of Echternach is located along the Sûre Valley near Germany. Echternach offers a charming historical tour with the Basilica and the Church of St. Peter and Paul. The town is best known for its dancing procession, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Vianden

Don't miss Vianden and its historic castle. With a breathtaking view as you arrive, you won't be disappointed by a visit to this medieval castle.

Clervaux

Also located in the Ardennes, the town of Clervaux offers magnificent views and landscapes. You can also visit The Family of Man exhibition in its historic castle.

Esch-sur-Sûre

Take advantage of your visit to the Sûre National Park to stop off in this pretty village and stroll through its medieval streets.

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