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Beggen

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About Beggen

Beggen works well as a base: 17km from Larochette Castle.

Beggen is a town located in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. With a population of 3,954, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Beggen sits in Luxembourg, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Luxembourg time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Beggen to your route.

About Beggen

Beggen (German pronunciation: [ˈbɛɡn̩]; Luxembourgish pronunciation: [ˈbæɡən] ) is a district in northern Luxembourg City, in southern Luxembourg. As of 31 December 2025, the district has a population of 3,844 inhabitants. The district is the location of the 19th century Château de Beggen, built on the ruins of a

Read more former 18th century paper mill. In the 20th century, the château has served, successively, as the home of the director general of Luxembourg's notable steel company, ARBED, a base for both occupying Wehrmacht forces and, later, the liberating US troops during the Second World War, a hotel, an embassy of the Soviet Union, and currently, the embassy of the Russian Federation in Luxembourg. Beggen is home to FC Avenir Beggen, a historically successful football club that has struggled in the last years and now plays at level 3 in the Luxembourg football league.

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Where is Beggen located?

Beggen is located in Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Europe. The coordinates are 49.6451 latitude, 6.1293 longitude.

What is the population of Beggen?

Beggen has a population of approximately 3,954 people, making it a town in Luxembourg.

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Quick Information

Population
3,954
Continent
Europe
Country
Luxembourg
Region
Luxembourg
Timezone
Europe/Luxembourg
Coordinates
49.6451, 6.1293

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Luxembourg

Police
113
Ambulance
112
Fire
112
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right
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Worth the detour from Beggen

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

bridge

Grand Duchess Charlotte Bridge

Luxembourg City's striking 'Red Bridge', a scarlet steel span soaring 74 m above the Alzette valley to link the old town with the Kirchberg European quarter.

3 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Luxembourg City Old Town

A dramatic fortress capital perched on cliffs above gorges, its UNESCO ramparts and casemates carved into the rock.

4 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Bock Casemates

A honeycomb of cannon tunnels bored through the Bock promontory, the cradle of Luxembourg City's clifftop fortress.

4 km · about 5 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Chemin de la Corniche

Rampart walkway along Luxembourg City's old walls, described as Europe's most beautiful balcony, overlooking the Grund quarter.

4 km · about 5 min drive

cathedral

Notre-Dame Cathedral, Luxembourg

Late Gothic cathedral in Luxembourg City with Renaissance detailing and the crypt tombs of the grand ducal family.

4 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Luxembourg American Cemetery and Memorial

American military cemetery at Hamm holding over 5,000 graves including General Patton's, with visitor parking off the access road.

6 km · about 10 min drive

castle

Larochette Castle

Twin ruined castles of rival noble lines perched on a sandstone crag 150 m above the half-timbered town of Larochette, midway between Luxembourg City and the Mullerthal, with the restored Gothic 'Créhange House' to explore.

17 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Luxembourg Moselle Valley

Terraced Riesling vineyards line the gentle Moselle, a string of wine villages on a slow scenic river drive.

18 km · about 20 min drive

Driving roads near Beggen

  • Right hereGrand Duchess Charlotte BridgeLuxembourg City's striking 'Red Bridge', a scarlet steel span soaring 74 m above the Alzette valley to link the old town with the Kirchberg European quarter.
  • Right hereChemin de la CornicheRampart walkway along Luxembourg City's old walls, described as Europe's most beautiful balcony, overlooking the Grund quarter.
  • 18 kmLuxembourg Moselle ValleyTerraced Riesling vineyards line the gentle Moselle, a string of wine villages on a slow scenic river drive.
  • 20 kmRoute du VinWine road running about 42 kilometres along the Moselle from Schengen to Wasserbillig, linking terraced vineyards and riverside villages.
  • 34 kmSaarschleifeFrom the Cloef viewpoint and treetop walk, the Saar River carves a spectacular horseshoe through forested hills.
  • 73 kmBaraque de FraitureBelgium's second-highest point at 652 m, a windswept Ardennes plateau crossroads on the N89 with a small ski station and sweeping high-fen scenery.

Driving in Luxembourg

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.55/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

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