Can you visit the Grand Ducal Palace in Luxembourg?

As the town residence of the Grand Duke, the grand-ducal palace has unquestionably one of the most beautiful façades in the city (Flemish Renaissance, 16th century). Majestical interior and splendid above stairs (with light design by Ingo Maurer) can be visited exclusively during summer.

Can you go inside the Grand Ducal Palace?

Is a Flemish Renaissance style palace of the 16 th century and residence of the Grand-Duke’s in town; A majestic inte… You can get inside tours of the Palace in the summer from July until the end of August.

Where does the Grand Duke of Luxembourg live?

Berg Castle
The grand duke lives with his family at Berg Castle in Luxembourg. He also has a holiday home in Cabasson, a village in the commune of Bormes-les-Mimosas in Southern France.

Does Luxembourg have a royal family?

Luxembourg is the world’s only sovereign grand duchy and since 1815, there have been nine monarchs, including the incumbent, Henri….Monarchy of Luxembourg.

When was the Palais Grand Ducal built?

1572
The Grand Duke and Duchess of Luxembourg’s official residence, the Grand Ducal Palace, is built from the building that served as city hall from 1572 to 1795. After 1817, the palace housed the Governor, who represented the Dutch Grand Dukes.

Where is the Grand Ducal Palace in Luxembourg City?

In its function as the city residence of the Grand Ducal family, the grand ducal Palace is situated right in the core of the Old Town. Formerly the first town hall of the city occupied the site of the present palace; destroyed by a gunpowder explosion (1554), the town hall was rebuilt 20 years later.

Which is the most beautiful palace in Luxembourg?

As the town residence of the Grand Duke, the grand-ducal palace has unquestionably one of the most beautiful façades in the city (Flemish Renaissance, 16th century).

When is the best time to visit Grand Ducal Palace?

Grand Ducal Palace. Description. As the town residence of the Grand Duke, the grand-ducal palace has unquestionably one of the most beautiful façades in the city (Flemish Renaissance, 16th century). Majestical interior and splendid above stairs (with light design by Ingo Maurer) can be visited exclusively during summer.

The guide informed us that the Grand Duke actually doesn’t live there any more, but now resides outside the town and that this is his official residence. Beautiful building and immaculate stonework. Really pretty building.