Located to the east of Luxembourg City, the Hamm district covers an area of 4 km2. It includes the Cents, Bonnevoie and Pulvermühl districts.
Population of the Hamm district
| Hamm district | Luxembourg City | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of inhabitants on January 1, 2023 | 1.566 | 132.778 |
| Number of different nationalities | 72 | 167 |
| % foreigners in total population | 56,4% | 70,8% |
The largest foreign community in Hamm is Portuguese. It accounts for 14.7% of residents.
Hamm, from industrial to residential
The origins of Luxembourg's Hamm district
The origins of the Hamm district date back to the construction of a monastery in the 14th century. Subsequently, like many of Luxembourg City's districts, Hamm developed mainly as a result of industrialization in the 19th century. The Godchaux company moved here around 1840, taking over the Hamm mills. The Manufacture de Draps et de Tricots moved to Schleifmühle. It was the first industry inLuxembourg to use steam in its manufacturing process. Up to 800 employees worked here. The factory closed in 1939.
Today, the site can be visited by following the attractive Godchaux circuit.
Hamm is home to two business parks. There's the Hamm industrial zone and the Mac Adam business park below.
Hamm residential area
Today, the district is essentially residential. Many of the houses in Hamm date from the 19th century.
Originally part of the municipality of Sandweiler until 1920, the Hamm district is closely linked to the Cents district.
Amenities in Luxembourg's Hamm district
Hamm lacks shops, and this can become a handicap. The famous Namur confectioner has opened a modern, friendly restaurant in Hamm. It's a great place to sample local specialities.
Schools in Hamm
There is a basic school in Hamm and nurseries in the Hamm district.
St Georges' International School, which provides a British education, is also located in the Hamm district.
Access to the Hamm district, transport
Bus routes 15, 25 and 29 serve the Hamm district, with 19 bus stops.
With its Cents-Hamm train station, this district is conveniently located.
Hamm is within easy reach of the A1 freeway and Findel airport, via the Irrgarten roundabout, or Luxembourg train station.
Leisure activities in Hamm
The Hamm district is also home to a number of sports facilities. There's a sports hall, a weight room, a soccer pitch, the Hans Sowa stadium and a kayak club. There are also several playgrounds for children.
You can enjoy the beautiful forest where you can follow the marked trails.
Other infrastructure in Hamm
The Hamm civil hospice is located in the district. The Luxembourg crematorium is also located here.
Living in Luxembourg's Hamm district
The Hamm district remains one of Luxembourg's most affordable neighborhoods in terms of housing prices.
But beware of aircraft noise! Hamm is located on the runway alignment of thenearby Findel airport. The neighborhood is subject to noise pollution from aircraft landing and taking off over the area.
See also our comparison of Luxembourg neighborhoods.
| Price per m2 for sale | Rental price per m2 |
|---|---|
| 9,918 euros | 30.14 euros |
| Down 4.49% year-on-year | Up 10.00% year-on-year |
| Luxembourg City comparison: 12,056 euros/m2 | Center region comparison: 30.53 euros/m2 |
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