Shopping in the Greater Region

Luxembourg is located a stone's throw from the Belgian, German, and French borders. It is an ideal place to live if you want to take advantage of the shopping opportunities in neighboring countries without having to travel far.

Just Arrived shares its top shopping destinations in the Greater Region, close to Luxembourg.

Where to shop in the Greater Region?

Commissioned by the Luxembourg government, the Nielsen Institute compared the prices of 110,000 everyday consumer products sold in 22 stores in the Greater Region in 2020.

Price index compared in Luxembourg, Germany, France, and Belgium

According to this study, consumer product prices are lowest in Germany. The price indexhas fallen slightly since the previous study, standing at 93.2 out of an average of 100 for all four countries.

France ranks second with an index of 94.1, down from 94.7 in 2017.

Luxembourg ranks third with an index of 99.9.

Belgium comes in last with an index of 104.6 (+0.3 compared to 2017).

Which products should you buy in which country in the Greater Region?

When you live in Luxembourg, where can you shop in the Greater Region, depending on the products you want to buy?

First of all, shoppers will have a wider choice of products in France. In fact, France offers four times as many products as its neighbors Belgium and Luxembourg. In addition, fresh produce, food, and groceries appear to be cheaper in France ( 9.8% cheaper). France is also the best place to buy organic products. In this area, Luxembourg appears to be lagging behind.

Luxembourg is the best place to buy tobacco, cigarettes, and beverages. The VAT rate is lower in Luxembourg than in its neighboring countries. For a long time, fuel was also much cheaper in Luxembourg. This is no longer entirely true today due to the war in Ukraine and the aid provided by neighboring governments.

You will need to go to Germany to buy drugstore and cleaning products, perfumes, non-food items, and hygiene products, especially for babies.

With the exception of tobacco, prices in Belgium appear to be higher across the entire basket of goods studied.

Find the dates for the winter sales in the Greater Region here, as well as the dates for the summer sales in Belgium and France.

Shopping areas in the Greater Region

In Belgium, there are three major shopping areas

If you want to go shopping in Belgium, we recommend the shopping areas just across the border from Luxembourg.

Designer Outlet Luxembourg in Messancy

The Designer Outlet Luxembourg shopping center is a mini shopping village. More than 60 stores sell brand-name items at factory prices. Treat yourself to some bargain shopping in a spacious and beautifully designed setting.

You will find a wide range of new and discounted items. It's a great place to visit if you like a bargain.

What's more, this outlet is attractive and pleasant to visit. It is located just opposite the Cora shopping malls. There you will also find several fashion, home decor, and electronics stores, as well as a supermarket. A restaurant and a snack bar are located inside the center for added convenience.

Hydrion Shopping Center in Arlon

A stone's throw from Belgium's A6 motorway, the Hydrion Shopping Center is a large open-air shopping area. It brings together more than 40 major brands.

You will also find a few stores that are not or no longer available in Luxembourg, such as Leen Bakker, In Vogue, and Brantano, which specializes in shoes from various brands. Ideal for finding shoes for the whole family!

Sterpenich shopping area in Messancy

This large shopping area is located just across the Belgian/Luxembourg border on the highway. Known for its flagship Ikea store, the area now offers sports stores for your sporting activities, as well as furniture, lighting, bedding, and decoration stores. It is the ideal place tofurnish and equip your new home.

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Shopping cities in Germany: Trier and Saarbrücken

In Germany, we recommend two shopping destinations relatively close to Luxembourg: Trier and Saarbrücken.

It is important to note that prices in Germany are often lower than in Luxembourg. This is particularly true for hygiene products, such as laundry detergent, and beauty products.

Trier and its many shops

In Trier, or Trêves in German, you can enjoy a bustling city center. The pedestrian streets are lined with numerous stores. There are also large shopping malls.

In particular, you will find many discount home decor stores, as well as many shoe stores.

Trier offers shopping in a very pleasant historic architectural setting, close to the Porta Nigra.

Trier is also a lovely destination for enjoying the Advent markets during the holiday season.

Saarbrücken, a must-see shopping destination

Like Trier, the city of Saarbrücken has many shops. The lively city center is perfect for window shopping while enjoying the atmosphere and beauty of the surroundings. There are many monuments worth seeing!

For lovers of British fashion and bargains, the famous Primark store is located here. Foodies will also be delighted to find a large Starbucks where they can relax after a day of shopping.

Thanks to their high tourist traffic, these two cities have the advantage of being clean, well-developed (with numerous bars, terraces, and restaurants), and equipped with large parking lots.

Want to go sightseeing in Germany? Find our top tips here.

In France, the shopping city of Metz, Marques Avenue and Longwy

Neighboring Luxembourg, France also offers interesting shopping areas. To get there, take the highway to France and follow the highway

The Linkling areas in Terville (Thionville)

On the outskirts of Luxembourg, the Linkling areas consist mainly of three shopping areas.

There are many shops here, as well as major home improvement stores: kitchens, bathrooms, etc.

You can also do your shopping at Supergreen, the Geric shopping center (Carrefour), or the Leclerc shopping center. These shopping areas all have free parking.

Marques Avenue Outlet in Talange

On the highway to Metz, halfway from Luxembourg, there are several factory outlets, including Outlet Marques Avenue in Talange.

This large shopping area is a great place to shop for brands at bargain prices. Discounts of 30-70% are available.

Metz, a shopping city

Metz is located 50 kilometers from Luxembourg by highway. The city of Metz has many pedestrian and shopping streets.

The city offers a clever mix of fashion, food, craft, and home decor stores. Among the busiest streets, Rue Serpenoise and Rue des Clercs are lined with major brands. Rue Taison and Rue des Jardins, which are less well known, offer boutiques with more chic and original items.

Metz is a beautiful city that is well worth a visit. Don't miss the cathedral, Metz train station, the Centre Pompidou, and more.

The Muse shopping center in Metz

Located near the Centre Pompidou in Metz, the Muse shopping center opened its doors in November 2017. You'll find many fashion, beauty, decoration, home, leisure, and culture stores there. The center has many shops.

There are also many places to eat, allowing you to take a gourmet break.

Please note: although the center has parking spaces, these are paid and not always available!

The Waves shopping center in Moulins-lès-Metz

Close to the Augny commercial zone, the Waves shopping center has around sixty well-known stores.

With its contemporary architecture, Waves offers more than just a shopping area. It has relaxation and dining areas. The center also has playgrounds. Visitors can also enjoy regular water fountain shows.

To get there, you can take a shuttle bus (84a) from Metz or drive from the A31 motorway towards Nancy. The shopping center has free parking.

Auchan shopping mall near Longwy

Finally, a stone's throw from the Grand Duchy and Belgium, are the Auchan Hypermarket shopping malls in Mont-Saint Martin, near Longwy.

The surrounding shopping area is also worth a look. There you will find large chain stores.

However, the space is smaller and less well-equipped than our previous references. Nevertheless, you can find some great bargains there.

Discounts are frequently offered before the sales or during the mid-season. The place is worth visiting to find good deals, but also to avoid the crowds of the more heavily frequented big cities.

If you don't have a car to get around the Greater Region, don't hesitate to check out the affordable options for an economical taxi service in Luxembourg, combining comfort and convenience.

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