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Land of the Red Rocks Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

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About Land of the Red Rocks

The Land of the Red Rocks, also known as the Esch-sur-Alzette Canton, is a former mining region in southern Luxembourg that is filled to its brim with industrial heritage. The nameLand of the Red Rockscomes from the reddish iron ore that was found and extracted from the ground in high amounts. The growth the region experienced during the 1900s can still be seen in numbers: Six of the ten biggest cities and towns of Luxembourg are located in theLand of the Red Rocks.

Top Attractions in Land of the Red Rocks

Explore the best things to see and do in Land of the Red Rocks:

  • Bains du Parcindoor pool and sauna
  • Centre d'Art Nei Liicht / Dominique Lang
  • Circular hikes and tours
  • Ellergronnnature reserve
  • Escher Déirepark-Gaalgebierg
  • Minièresbunn
  • Musée National des Mines de Fer Luxembourgeoises
  • National Resistance Museum

Where to Eat in Land of the Red Rocks

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Antica Bari - Ristorante Pizzeria
  • 🍴Asia Garden
  • 🍴Brasserie K116
  • 🍴Dimmi Si
  • 🍴Happy House
  • 🍴Lagano

Where to Stay in Land of the Red Rocks

  • 🏨Hotel de la Poste
  • 🏨Hotel Ibis Esch Belval
  • 🏨Hotel Ibis Luxembourg Sud
  • 🏨Hôtel-Restaurant de la Frontière
  • 🏨Hotel-Restaurant Gulliver
  • 🏨Logis Hotel Acacia

Land of the Red Rocks Travel Guide Sections

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