Luxembourg:

Luxembourg Trip

October 2012

Luxembourg

This River Cruise included visits to the Rhine & Mosel Rivers. Along these river routes, we stopped at cities, ports and picturesque, quaint villages. These neat little villages are located at the base of striking valley moutainsides covered with vineyards. We covered 6 countries in 3 wks: Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, France, Luxembourg and Switzerland. We began this journey with 4 extra days in Brugge, Belgium and ended it with 4 extra Days in Lucerne, Switzerland.

Tiny nation with less than 1000 square miles. The Grand Duchy is a constitutional monarchy located between Belgium, France, and Germany.

Luxembourg is one of the world's most developed countries,with an advanced economy and the world's second highest GDP. Its historic and strategic importance dates back to its founding as a Roman fortress and Frankish count’s castle in Middle Ages.

Luxembourg City is also the site of an American Military Cemetery and the site of General George Patton's grave. Patton's grave is marked by a simple white cross exactly like those marking the graves of the American soldiers buried there. It was Patton's wish to be buried with his men.

Luxembourg Photo Gallery

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