Luxembourg
Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
People: Luxembourger
Luxembourg is one of the world's wealthiest countries per capita and was the first country to make all public transport free. Luxembourg is located in Western Europe and has a population of around 681,973. Its capital city is Luxembourg, and the most widely spoken official language is French. Luxembourg is landlocked, sharing borders with 3 neighbouring countries.
By the numbers, Luxembourg is the 164th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to under 0.01% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 169th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 264 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Luxembourg — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Grand Duchy of Luxembourg |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Luxembourg |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Western Europe |
| Population | 681,973 |
| Area | 2,586 km² |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) € |
| Official Languages | French, German, Luxembourgish |
| Dialling Code | +352 |
| Internet TLD | .lu |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | LU / LUX |
| Borders | Belgium, France, Germany |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Luxembourg
What is the capital and currency of Luxembourg?
The capital of Luxembourg is Luxembourg and the currency is the Euro (EUR), symbol €.
What is the capital of Luxembourg?
The capital of Luxembourg is Luxembourg.
What currency does Luxembourg use?
Luxembourg uses the Euro (EUR, symbol: €).
What language do they speak in Luxembourg?
The official languages of Luxembourg are French and German and Luxembourgish.
What is the dialling code for Luxembourg?
The international dialling code for Luxembourg is +352.
What side of the road does Luxembourg drive on?
Luxembourg drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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