Strassen, a very dynamic town on the outskirts of Luxembourg
Strassen is a small, dynamic municipality in the inner suburbs of Luxembourg City. It could be considered an extension of Luxembourg City via the Route d'Arlon, a major economic hub.
The municipality of Strassen consists of a single locality, the town of Strassen. Highly urban, it is an extension of Luxembourg City via its main artery, the Route d'Arlon, which leads to the town of Bertrange.
A high proportion of foreign residents in Strassen
An enterprising municipality that is also very active in integrating its new residents, Strassen has made the shared well-being of its inhabitants its motto in order to promote exchange between its citizens.
The municipality of Strassen ranks third in the country behind Luxembourg City and Larochette (north of Luxembourg) in terms of the proportion of foreign residents.
The most widely spoken language in Strassen is French (59.4%), followed by Luxembourgish (48%), English (33.4%), and German (26.8%).
The town of Strassen stands out for the average salary of its inhabitants, which is €10,267 per month, among the six municipalities with the highest salaries in Luxembourg: Niederanven, Leudelange, Kopstal, Schuttrange, and Bertrange.
To find out more about the municipality of Strassen, visit its website.
Amenities in the town of Strassen
Strassen has all the amenities you could need.
Childcare and schools in Strassen
Among Strassen's important infrastructure are a Luxembourgish elementary school and nurseries and daycare centers for young children. Older children can enjoy the Jugendhaus - Youth Center.
Your children can benefit from Montessori education at the L'Enfant Roi nursery in Strassen.
Transport in Strassen
It offers direct access to the A6 motorway and the N6 between Luxembourg and Arlon in Belgium.
A new tram line , due to open in 2035, will run from Place de l'Etoile in Luxembourg City along the Route d'Arlon to the Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg in Strassen. Several bus routes criss-cross the town.
The city is also connected to Luxembourg's Vel'Oh network.
The Route d'Arlon, the main road to Luxembourg City and the access road to the motorway to Belgium, is very often congested, especially during office hours.
Shops in Strassen
Strassen is one of the most dynamic and commercial municipalities in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, offering a wide range of services to its citizens.
The Belle Etoile Shopping Center is one of the major shopping centers in Luxembourg. There are many shops and services along the Route d'Arlon.
You will also find an AXA insurance agent and an Eltrona shop where you can sign up for a telecom subscription.
Sports and leisure in Strassen
From a cultural and sporting point of view, the Paul Barblé Cultural Center can host many events. The town of Strassen is very dynamic in this area, organizing the Stroossefestival and other fairs.
In addition, close to the Bambësch forest, the forest located in the municipality of Strassen offers more than 400 hectares of relaxation space on the outskirts of the town. The town of Strassen enjoys green spaces and beautiful forest areas.
Numerous associations also offer a wide range of activities for residents.
Sports facilities such as the Strassen Thermal Baths, a multi-purpose sports hall, an archery hall, a national martial arts hall, a pétanque court, etc. welcome active residents for afternoons of games and relaxation.
Living in Strassen: rapidly rising property prices
Due to its attractiveness, the town of Strassen has seen a sharp rise in real estate prices over the past 20 years. Its attractiveness is linked to that of the city of Luxembourg. Nevertheless, like other municipalities, it has been experiencing a decline in real estate prices for the past two years.
Compare real estate prices in Strassen and the municipalities around Luxembourg City.
See our selection of municipalities in Luxembourg
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