Luxembourgish food is one of the least-known cuisines in Europe, and a guided tasting walk is the quickest way to get to know it. This three-hour tour, sold on Tiqets, is led by a live guide in English and includes tastings at five food stops, with groups capped at about a dozen people. It starts at Place de Paris in the Gare district and works through the city towards the centre, mixing local specialities with the French, German, Portuguese and Italian influences that shape what Luxembourgers eat. Along the way the guide fills in the story of the city and its neighbourhoods. Drinks and extra food are not included, so budget for a glass of local Moselle wine or crémant along the way. It is a good first-evening or first-afternoon activity before you choose your own restaurants.
How it works: book a slot on your phone and meet at Place de Paris, a short walk from the central station. During the Christmas market season the meeting point is outside the market on the square. Free cancellation is available up to a day before.
What to expect: about three hours of walking at an easy pace, with tastings that add up to a light meal. Tell the operator about dietary needs when you book. The tour covers flat streets, though Luxembourg has slopes between the station and the upper town.
Making the most of it: do the tour early in your trip and ask the guide for restaurant tips for the rest of your stay. Look out for classic dishes such as Judd mat Gaardebounen, smoked pork with broad beans, and potato fritters known as Gromperekichelcher, especially at markets and festivals. Follow it with an evening walk on the Corniche or a drink in the Grund.
What to expect
The experience
A three-hour guided walking tour in English with five tasting stops.
Best time
Early in your stay, so you can use the guide’s tips afterwards.
How long
About three hours.
Tips
Come hungry, wear comfortable shoes and mention dietary needs when booking.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Food lovers who want an inside track on a little-known cuisine.
- Families
- Fine for older children who enjoy trying new food; three hours is long for toddlers.
- Couples
- A sociable afternoon, then a glass of crémant on the Place d’Armes.
- Pair with
- The Old Town walk, the Grund and the Corniche at dusk.
- Time needed
- Three hours.
Good questions
Where does the food tour start?+
At Place de Paris in the Gare district, near the central station.
How many tastings are included?+
Tastings at five food stops; drinks and extra food are not included.
What language is the tour in?+
English, with a live guide.
How big are the groups?+
Small, with a maximum of around twelve people.
Can I cancel?+
Yes, free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before.
