This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Ettelbruck straddles the juncture of the north and south of the Grand Duchy with beautiful squares and flowered terraces a host of local trails and longer hiking paths make this a town worthy of an afternoon excursion The name Ettelbruck comes from the original Indo-German name Atilbriga The town itself was destroyed three times by fire in 1532 and was thus granted the right to hold 11 markets or fairs a year to raise money to rebuild what was destroyed by fire The entire circuit is accessible to pushchairs and wheelchairs and across 15 educational panels you can learn about the town from 901 to the present day Place de la Resistance which was formerly the butter market and is home to Bottefra (a statue by Wil Lofy depicting a farmer’s wife selling her diary products whilst trying to shoo away a dog with a ladle) The first agricultural exhibition in Ettelbruck was held in 1883 and inaugurated in the presence of King Wilhelm III The biggest of Luxembourg’s agricultural fairs it usually takes place on the first weekend in July at the Deich meadows next to the town horticulturalists and scientific researchers come together to present their produce and farm animals Ettelbruck has three statues created by Marie Josée Kerschen representing the three strengths of the city – agriculture The farmer’s hand points to the desirable height the wheat should grow the shopkeeper puts his finger into the hollow of his hand to emphasise that financial transactions should be correct and the teacher points his fingers at the other figures to stress that money and riches are not the ultimate aim in life A fresh produce and artisan market takes place weekly on a Friday from 7.30 to 13.00, with around 15 stands, offering fruit and vegetables, meat, cheese and other local produce, in the pedestrianised area of the town. Haff Ditgesbaach has a shop open from Monday to Friday 8.00 to 17.00 offering organic and Fairtrade products grown or made on site sauerkraut and Bissen Tricentenary chocolates Like Esch, Ettelbruck has offered its town to street artists since 2017, with the first project, a fresco by French artist Mantra, which was produced as part of the Kufa Urban Art project musicians and young people to create together In 2019 illustrator Alain Welter redesigned the façade of the General Patton Memorial Museum created her biggest ever work in Place Marie-Adelaide used aerosols to paint a school-squirrel in 2020 created the country’s largest open-air gallery under the Deich bridge exhibiting 14 internationally-renowned artists including Alexone You can find the gallery, plus works by Eric Mangen, Raphael Gindt, Alex McKell and Stick on an interactive map. The city hall was designed by architect Sosthène Weis with an additional annex for a post office the date the town was raised to city status by Grand Duke Guillaume IV It’s built on the site of the old parish church which dated back to 1702 the old parish church served as a grain store coins and pottery were discovered that proved the original settlement at Ettelbruck was very old The assembly room of the city hall has a panel of three stained-glass windows Stone sculptures adorn the façade of the post office building The old synagogue and Jewish cemetery are looked after by Al Synagog Ettelbréck asbl Both are a testimony to Jewish heritage and life in Luxembourg The synagogue was built in 1870 on rue de Warken Plans are in place to restore the building There is a Jewish cemetery created in 1881 about 1.2km from the site after which the synagogue became a carpet store the synagogue became a national monument managed by the non-profit association It isn’t open to the public except on heritage days when visitors can attend a tour Saint Sebastien church was built in Romanesque style in 1841 completed in 1851 and consecrated some 13 years later including an oil painting entitled "The Ardent Bush" by Joseph Probst and several windows representing a panorama of Ettelbruck is named after the doctor Nicolas Huberty who became the personal physician to the Grand Ducal family at their palace in Colmar-Berg he provided medical assistance to the injured crew of a military aircraft shot down by the Germans and he went on to assist more than 300 Luxembourgish conscientious objectors who had gone into hiding Patton Square pays tribute to General George Patton Jr commander of the 3rd US army which liberated Ettelbruck on Christmas Day 1944 the square has a giant statue of the general erected in 1970 in front of the Sûre bridge and a Sherman M4-A1 tank from the brigade he commanded The base of the statue has a martial sword to symbolise peace The statue was created by Earle Freaser although the original is at the Westpoint Military Academy in America Patton Square is the starting point for the Escapardenne Lee Trail (more about that later) Ettelbruck also has an anti-aircraft bunker. Although it is not accessible to the public, you can take a virtual tour here The Patton Memorial Museum reopened this year on 17 January after refurbishment It’s open Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00 to 17.00 In addition to paying tribute to the famous general it also covers the most significant events for Luxembourg during World War Two which illustrate the German invasion in May 1940 and then liberation by American troops in 1944 and a video about Patton’s life in English Forest bathing has been lauded as good for your mental as well as physical well-being an officially recognised Japanese therapeutic practice It allows you to recharge your batteries by being at one with nature and the trees The trail was created in Ettelbruck which has a diversity of forest trees including beech It starts at Camping Ettelbruck and covers 2.5km during which you are invited to try different exercises at six stations in the Wëllerbesch forest Ettelbruck has two blue flag pedestrian circuits, the first also starts at the camping ground and is about 9.2km. The second starts near the cemetery the trail climbs to give panoramic views of the city before crossing a marshy forest and descending into the Gebranntebesch forest to the village of Schieren The Adrien Ries national trail is 50.8km and connects all the municipalities of Nordstad – Bettendorf and the Grand Ducal residence at Colmar-Berg Its climbs and descents make it popular with mountain bikers Adrien Ries was a Luxembourgish economist and author who worked for the European Commission until 1986 He wrote several travel diaries and newspaper articles and was passionate about hiking A 3km educational circuit runs around the Haff Ditgesbaach with ten discovery stations inviting you to learn about the biodiversity of the orchards You follow the signs of Amélie the bee to learn about the orchard and the hive You can get translated versions of the panels (in English The Um Kalleksuewen educational trail of 5.8km invites you to discover the ruins of the old limestone quarries, cross the Schoofsbreck bridge in Warken and return to the city through the forest. You can find more information on both trails here with the first stage taking you the 17.8km from Ettelbruck to Bourscheid-Moulin There are plenty of places to grab a bite to eat, take a leisurely three-course meal, or just get a coffee or ice cream. You can find an interactive map with a full list of places here. Family timeExplore Luxembourg’s best family walking trails in a new book Encounter nature with this new book from the creators of 201 circular walks, which contains 33 child-friendly interactive trails and is now available in English Day offMake the most of 1 May public holidayJoin in Luxembourg’s traditions – from the Labour Day festival and ‘Proufdag’ wine tasting to the season opening of Minett Park with steam train rides Architectural iconsDiscover the Art Deco windows of EschArt Deco and Art Nouveau rub shoulders in Esch-sur-Alzette, adorning city centre windows with roses, steelworkers and the Roman god Mercury. Take a walk to discover these treasures Tour Luxembourg Take your visitors on these trips outside Luxembourg’s capitalDon’t have a car? Don’t worry, you can take visitors to see many places in Luxembourg by train with these itineraries Discover LuxembourgAn afternoon out in Mondorf-les-BainsHead to this spa town for its aviation museum, some golf, boating, or a sculpture trail in the Domaine Thermal's gardens Family FunSiberian tigers or space capsules - try these family days out in GermanyLooking for some family fun in neighbourging Germany - try these zoos, animal parks, science museums, castle fortresses and treetop paths Leisure time Explore these enchanting castles in LuxembourgDon’t know what to do? Why not visit one of the Grand Duchy’s fairytale castles and step back in time Advertiser contentTreat yourself to a stress-free holidayDreaming of a worry-free trip What if the secret to a smooth getaway was simply good preparation and the right protection Advertiser contentReal estate: Why should you take advantage of the start of 2025 to begin your real estate project?The main things we remember about the housing sector over the past 12 months are the rise in interest rates and the fall in property prices Advertiser contentProperty: I've decided to invest!The various forms of government support for investment Advertiser contentThe Luxembourg Times BusinessRun is happening again on 18th September!On Thursday 18th September with the starting gun of the 11th Luxembourg Times BusinessRun fired at the Coque at 7 pm Share this with instagramShare this with facebookShare this with linkedinSections A police patrol was immediately dispatched to the location of the altercation which involved a woman and a man supposedly related allegedly beat the woman during their dispute Following a display of aggressive behaviour the presumed suspect was taken to the police station During official procedures and the medical check-up at the hospital the man continued to produce several death threats directed at the police officers The public prosecutor's office ordered the detention of the suspect for death threats and physical injuries he was questioned by the examining magistrate After four years and four months of Nazi occupation the first American tanks rolled into the town of Ettelbruck from Schieren at dawn on 11 September 1944 German forces had blown up the bridge over the Alzette but Vicar Flies guided the Allied troops over the railway bridge on Rue Stackels Ettelbruck was liberated twice by the Allied forces with the second liberation taking place on December 25 These historic events were commemorated this weekend in Ettelbruck known colloquially as "Patton-City" in honour of General George S attended the ceremony and shared memories of his first visit to Luxembourg: but I did learn to respect my grandfather's legacy and we read all the biographies and watched the movie [Patton] and I think we really came to honour the American troops who had fallen and the people who took care of the cemetery and who take care of his memory." Benjamin brought his son along to take part in the ceremony Portions of the ceremony intentionally highlighted young voices by inviting students from Miami University's Luxembourg campus to deliver a speech while Patton's great-grandson laid flowers at the Patton Monument to evoke the importance of remembering history even today Another reason why I'm glad to be here is that I can teach my son about it so that he can learn and honour his history as well," Benjamin Patton explained He also took the opportunity to express his gratitude to members of the Patton Museum and the citizens of Luxembourg for preserving and honouring his grandfather's memory and legacy Fascinated history enthusiasts like Dan Arendt who recreated the Willys Jeep used by General Patton during the Ardennes offensive believe that the legendary general deserves to be honoured appropriately for his efforts "I believe a man who has done so much for our country should be honoured too I made my dream come true almost 25 years ago," Arendt shared General Patton's grandson acknowledged that "[General Patton] was not perfect," but recalled some of his famous sayings He was always moving forward and attacking another piece of wisdom was 'always take care of your troops'" The enduring legacy of General Patton is once again commemorated in Ettelbruck Allied troops liberated the town for a second time after the cold and harsh months of the Battle of the Bulge through a newly established "Patton Square" in Ettelbruck Commemoration of 80 years of liberation in Ettelbruck with the Patton family (22.9.2024) Commemoration of 80 years of liberation in Ettelbruck (Hankes, 22.9.2024) Etzella Ettelbruck have been crowned Luxembourgish champions for the 16th time following an 87:80 victory against T71 Dudelange The home side secured the title with a convincing 3:0 sweep of the series Etzella Ettelbruck were already the favourites for the championship having won every match leading up to the final with an average margin of 22 points with poor scoring success in the first quarter managed to build momentum and establish a 9-point lead (34:25) Although Ettelbruck temporarily lost their rhythm they managed to turn the game around by half-time After the sides switched ends for the second half as both Dino Ceman and Joe Kalmes fouled out early Etzella took full advantage in the closing stages Etzella had the sharper finish and were able to celebrate victory after a thrilling match Quatarrius Wilson made a decisive impact with 33 points supported by Jimmie Taylor (28 points) and Philippe Gutenkauf (18 points) The 2015 killing that shocked Ettelbruck is back in focus after the man responsible escaped custody last week and was later recaptured in Germany The killing of a 63-year-old man on Place de l'Hôtel de Ville in Ettelbruck in March 2015 ignited widespread public concern authorities revealed that another attempted murder had occurred just five days earlier as the suspect was apprehended but later deemed not criminally liable the Appeals Court's pre-trial chamber declared the then 27-year-old suspect unfit to stand trial under Article 71 of the Criminal Code This provision exempts individuals from criminal liability if they were suffering from a mental disorder that impaired their judgment or self-control and despite sufficient evidence linking him to the knife attacks the court ultimately placed the man in a secure psychiatric unit at the Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital Centre (CHNP) in Ettelbruck the case has resurfaced following a new development Despite an immediate manhunt and a missing person's alert from the Luxembourg police warning that the individual was dangerous and should not be approached the fugitive was located and arrested across the border in Germany German authorities subsequently extradited him to Luxembourg has been confirmed by the public prosecutor's office which added that judicial authorities have requested a report from CHNP management to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident The 2015 knife attacks led to significant discussions about public safety in Ettelbruck proposals were made to review legislation governing psychiatric detentions and increase police patrols in public spaces When the police patrol checked the two people they discovered that the man was carrying cash with him The police did not specify which drugs she had the presumed drug dealer appeared before the examining magistrate The municipality of Ettelbruck honored athletes Patrizia van der Weken and Ni Xia Lian with street signs in their names to celebrate International Women's Day The signs were placed along the main shopping street in Ettelbruck Both athletes were away at competitions on 8 March. Van der Weken participated in the European Athletics Indoor Championships in Apeldoorn, Netherlands, where she won a bronze medal in the 60m race. The commune of Ettelbruck informed RTL that both athletes received their signs on Thursday morning The ceremony was attended by Ettelbruck Mayor Bob Steichen members of the Human Relations and Equal Opportunities Committee as well as representatives from the Athletics Committee CAPA and the Table Tennis Association FLTT The Luxembourg National School of Health (LTPS) in Ettelbruck produces more energy than it consumes by storing superfluous energy instead of letting it go to waste The award-winning building has not only become an innovative example in terms of this so-called 'positive energy' efficiency it has also been turning heads thanks to its design and the hot water tank have all been visibly integrated into the structure Martine Schmit, architect at the Public Building Administration in Luxembourg, in a recent interview with Euronews explained that energy production and use are monitored over long-term cycles given that "buildings can actually last for more than fifty years" The modern building – which houses 430 students and six technical rooms – is entirely covered by solar panels and produces twice the amount of electricity that the school requires heating is one of the key elements that render this project remarkable due to the instalment of a vertical 20-metre-high hot water tank able to store up to 100,000 litres of water A student interviewed by Euronews highlighted the comfort she experiences at the school notably praising the air quality and temperature control that support students' ability to focus Deputy director Carlo Gudenburg accordingly asserted that the "building has been designed to provide maximum educational opportunities and encourage students to work actively" The Public Building Administration has revealed that the total budget invested into the LTPS amounts to €29 million of which €1 million came from the European Union's Cohesion Policy The municipalities of Ettelbruck and Hesperange have formally requested authorisation from Luxembourg police to install CCTV camera systems on their territories The information was confirmed by Minister for Home Affairs Léon Gloden in response to a parliamentary question from the Christian Social People's Party (CSV) already monitors designated security zones through a network of 308 cameras Minister Gloden noted the programme is managed by a team of approximately ten personnel in the capital region The Ministry of Home Affairs has been progressively expanding the surveillance network having recently granted approval for CCTV installations in both Esch-sur-Alzette and Differdange with the latter authorisations issued in November 2024 Minister Gloden has introduced new legislation aimed at simplifying the municipal authorisation process for surveillance systems The proposed bill seeks to balance enhanced public security measures with necessary safeguards for fundamental rights and personal freedoms While most of the snowfall across Luxembourg ended on Wednesday afternoon which means that most of the flood warnings are expected to remain in place throughout the day Authorities also warn that the rise in temperatures has caused most of the snow to melt further putting a strain on Luxembourg's rivers and Syre rivers are all placed under orange alerts The Alzette in particular might reach the red alert level over the course of the morning though water levels are forecast to recede again on Friday morning The areas around Mersch and Ettelbruck face the biggest flood risk As for the northern parts of the Grand Duchy the Sûre is also placed under orange alert most notably around Diekirch and Bollendorf the red alert level is expected to be reached in Diekirch by noon on Thursday According to the latest statement from the authorities the Moselle has now been placed under yellow alert too RTL Television reported on the race in the year 1959 Images show contestants battling it out on the enclosed race track in Ettelbruck The Grand Prix was part of that year's World Cup Series At the request of the Luxembourg Socialist Workers' Party (LSAP), MPs on the justice, healthcare, and security committees convened to discuss the judicial placement of individuals at the Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital (CHNP) in Ettelbruck. The meeting followed an incident in early December when a man temporarily escaped during an accompanied outing before being quickly apprehended by police The individual had been placed at the CHNP after being declared not criminally liable due to mental incapacity for fatally stabbing another man in 2015 LSAP MP Dan Biancalana emphasised the sensitivity of the issue noting that it involves both public safety and the rehabilitation of affected individuals He highlighted the importance of a psychiatric and medical approach in such cases and stressed that MPs sought clarity on the criteria used by medical professionals to determine whether patients may be granted temporary outings accompanied by hospital staff These decisions are made by a specialised committee composed of two judges and two psychiatrists The parliamentary discussion also touched on the responsibilities of psychiatrists when admitting potentially dangerous patients, particularly in light of an ongoing murder trial in Luxembourg City involving a defendant who had previously received psychiatric care Minister of Justice Elisabeth Margue explained that several parties – including family members and the prosecution – can request the placement of an individual for medical reasons psychiatrists themselves cannot initiate such placements Margue underscored the importance of professional secrecy in psychiatric practice which encourages patients to open up to their doctors She cautioned against altering this principle warning that doing so would raise significant ethical and practical concerns Minister of Health Martine Deprez pledged to examine the deontological questions raised during the discussions the Heintz Van Landewyck cigarette factory has dotted the southern entrance to Ettelbruck Following the demolition of the factory four years ago due to a relocation of production to the Fridhaff–an industrial and commercial zone in Diekirch–a new commercial and administrative project will take its place While the production hall of the cigarette factory was demolished in February 2021 originally called "Ettelbruck One" and now rebaptised as Centre administratif Nordstad with the external renovations of the building almost finished The first administration to grace this building with its presence will be the Université Populaire Luxembourg–an institution that offers lifelong learning courses for adults–which will open its doors to the public by the middle of next year there is no semblance of the original cigarette factory site that used to lie between the Rue des Alliés and the train rails The new administrative centre stands out as one crosses the entrance to Ettelbruck from the direction of Schieren The premises above ground make up 19,000 gross square metres Plans for a two-level underground car park are also underway It is estimated that this monumental project will lead to the creation of 650 job opportunities Landimmo CEO Jürgen Primm explains in conversation with RTL that the old blends with the new as administrative sections of the Nordstad located in older buildings will mix with the novel institutions that will find their place in Ettelbruck such as the aforementioned Université Populaire The administrative sections located in the Nordstad will move from the Cité militaire area in Diekirch to the new premises in Ettelbruck Some of these administrations include the Land Registry and Topography and some administrative sections of the Ministry of Education Even the public medical centre Maison médicale located in Avenue Lucien Salentiny will move to the new administrative centre due to space limitations the 450 job opportunities in the public sector will be coupled with job openings from the private sector as negotiations involving a bakery and a kiosk are ongoing Further negotiations with the owner of the site–The Common Compensation Fund for the General Pension Regime–also involve the establishment of a restaurant the electricity of the site will be covered by air-source heat pumps and by solar panels installed on the roof of the administrative centre Ettelbruck mayor Bob Steichen shares his enthusiasm for the project with high hopes that it will have a positive impact on commercial activity in the municipality and beyond Steichen stresses the regional focus that the project can have making Ettelbruck a shopping city that strengthens the Nordstad region in general He highlights the advantage of the project due to its proximity to the city centre which will be better connected to it thanks to a planned bicycle highway the costs of the new Nordstad administrative centre amount to an estimated €100 million The Luxembourg police were called to respond to a case of domestic violence in Warken on Monday after a woman was injured by her partner A police patrol was promptly despatched to the scene The police confirmed that the injured woman has been hospitalised for treatment the suspect was formally taken into custody upon request of the public prosecutor's office An investigation into the matter is currently underway and the case will be referred to the courts for further legal proceedings Monday saw the second 'Day of Agriculture' in Ettelbruck with Agriculture Minister Martine Hansen addressing close to 400 audience members to speak about current trends and upcoming challenges Hansen pointed out that while last year's sectorial revenue experienced a significant decrease it still remained above the five-year average Although markets are said to have recovered from the turbulent year of 2022 there are still certain products that give rise to concern Milk prices have gone up while the average meat price has stabilised at an elevated level but high demand for rapeseed is driving up its prices Another talking point of the agriculture convention was livestock health The Ministry unveiled plans for a new vaccination strategy to be implemented in 2025 and designed to ensure that there are enough vaccines against bluetongue disease which affected numerous farm animals this year Authorities are further beginning to stockpile vaccines against two other diseases that are currently spreading in western France and which are expected to reach the Grand Duchy in the foreseeable future A typical Sunday evening at Ettelbruck Hospital reflects the situation seen in many hospitals across the country–its emergency waiting room is full with patients of all ages waiting their turn Some have arrived independently while others have been brought in by ambulance From sports injuries and workplace accidents to strokes the emergency department must be prepared for all scenarios the team treats between 160 and 170 patients per day The ongoing wave of the flu has increased demand even more head of emergency services at the Centre Hospitalier du Nord (CHdN) The emergency department operates with a team of over 40 nurses working in three shifts: eight nurses in both the morning and afternoon The hospital also relies on 11 emergency doctors there are only six examination rooms which is no longer sufficient given the number of patients the hospital plans to triple the number of "lits-portes" – beds for patients awaiting a decision on whether they will be admitted or discharged – bringing the total to 12 Hospital staff have observed a steady rise in emergency visits Evenings after 6pm are now often busier than daytime hours Ettelbruck Hospital also offers a dedicated emergency service for children Known as "Pédiatrie de proximité," the service is staffed by a doctor and a nurse working in two shifts The emergency department at Ettelbruck Hospital has been in operation since 2003 Some patients are even placed in the corridor due to a lack of space the hospital is expanding its emergency department by an additional 300 square metres designed to improve conditions for both patients and staff CHdN also manages the hospital in Wiltz which will focus on elderly patient care just a few hundred metres from the hospital the new "Zenter Schlasskéier" will be built to provide outpatient treatments Luxembourg police carried out inspections at several bars in Ettelbruck officers issued multiple fines for drug possession and identified several individuals who had been previously flagged – among other reasons While the police did not provide exact figures they confirmed that one person was fined for illegal arms possession authorities in Luxembourg City reported a mugging in the Gare neighbourhood An unidentified assailant threatened a pedestrian and stole their wallet An investigation into the incident is underway New details emerged on Sunday regarding the arrest at Ettelbruck train station the previous day Authorities confirmed that the man detained during the incident was carrying two small gas canisters which led to the temporary closure of the station and a halt in train services between Mersch and Kautenbach police announced that the gas canisters were not a threat although initial reports suggested they could have contained helium The incident unfolded on Saturday afternoon when police responded to reports of a man standing on the tracks and making threats Train services were suspended around 1.00pm while the situation was handled The suspect was apprehended without further complications and services resumed at approximately 4.00pm arranged replacement bus services between Mersch and Kautenbach during the disruption the suspect was brought before an examining magistrate on Sunday morning a man was attacked and stabbed in the shoulder on Place de la Gare in Ettelbruck the victim sustained injuries but is not in life-threatening condition He was treated at the scene before being taken to the hospital The assailant fled the scene towards the town centre and was reported to be wearing dark clothing Authorities are asking anyone with relevant information to contact the Diekirch/Vianden police station at (+352) 244801000 or via email at police.diekirchvianden@police.etat.lu Trains will stop running on the main line between Ettelbrück and Gouvy in Belgium, as well as on the branch line connecting Kautenbach with Wiltz, the national rail company said in a press release. The lines will be closed from Saturday 31 August to Sunday 15 September, inclusive. Buses will carry passengers instead, stopping at all stations along the way.  The journey from Luxembourg to Troisvierges, which usually takes less than one hour and eight minutes on a direct train, will instead take an average of 35 minutes longer and include a bus ride from Ettelbrück onwards. Likewise, the usually-hour-long ride from the capital to Wiltz, with one change, will take between 15 and 30 minutes longer – also with one change.  “To ensure that customers can not only travel safely but also on a route with state-of-the-art technology, the CFL is also working on the northern line this year,” CFL external communications chief Tom Ewert told the Luxembourg Times by email. “This closure period will allow the CFL to renew the infrastructure contribution to safety and energy supply at the same time.”  During the two weeks, engineers will replace ageing signalling equipment at Ettelbrück in the name of safety and will also upgrade the power supply to the whole line, which has sometimes seen insufficient supply to passing trains, Ewert said. That work will include a new transformer station in Flebour.  The rail company chose the two-week period carefully, its press release says, to minimise impact. It is after the mandatory construction industry holiday, before the schools return, and allows residents of the north to easily access city attractions like the first week of the Schueberfouer.  The north of the country is especially popular with cyclists, who often take bicycles on trains in large numbers. CFL will provide a two-hourly bicycle shuttle service between Ettelbrück and Troisvierges during the shutdown.  Extensive summer closures affecting the Luxembourg - Esch/Alzette - Rodange and the Luxembourg - Bettembourg - Thionville lines are still on schedule to end on the 15 September as well, thereby returning the rail network to almost full capacity.  Retired trainsPremiumAfter decades of service, Z2 railcars are on their way out CFL has begun phasing out its 2000 series trains, with four already rolling to new owner to Romania MobilityEaster holiday to disrupt trains to France and BelgiumStarting from 5 April, CFL will make progress Bettembourg-Luxembourg and Arlon-Luxembourg railway works Cross-border travelGovernments seek to improve Luxembourg-Saarbrücken rail serviceA feasibility study is set to present a roadmap later this year on how the Grand Duchy can be directly connected to Saarland and Mannheim Travel Getting around the Grand DuchyHere's how to get around Luxembourg by bus, rail, tram, bicycle and car Train strikesFurther strike action to disrupt Luxembourg-Belgium trains Union action will begin on Sunday and last for a week, while four days of walkouts are planned in April Cross-border travelBelgian commuters set for further disruption with week-long rail strikeLatest industrial action is planned to run from Friday at 22:00 until 2 March RailFaster Luxembourg-Brussels train on track for 2029Transport ministers of both countries met on Thursday to discuss railway, road and cycling links between Luxembourg and Belgium The Grand Ducal Fire and Rescue Corps (CGDIS) the Luxembourg National Railway Company (CFL) and the Centre Hospitalier du Nord (CHdN) have announced a joint training exercise titled "Multi-victim emergency plan," scheduled for Saturday morning at Ettelbruck station The exercise aims to evaluate emergency response plans test coordination between the three organisations and familiarise paramedics with rail-specific scenarios The exercise will run from 8am to 9.30am at Ettelbruck station followed by a session at the CHdN from 9.30am to 10.30am RTL photographers will be present to document the event This is not the first such exercise conducted in Luxembourg a similar drill took place at the Markusberg Tunnel where the A13 motorway was closed for six hours to simulate responses to a car fire and a collision between a car and a motorcycle the CGDIS carried out a training exercise on the tram network Liest hei den offizielle Pressecommuniqué (16.06.2024) Am Tunnel Markusbierg: D'Rettungsdéngschter simuléieren den Eeschtfall A driver at the wheel of a van was surprised by a falling tree on the CR349 between Warken and Welscheid The road was closed in order to cut down the tree and clear the road Authorities say the teenager was last seen at 10am that day Police are urging anyone who may have seen Sophie or has information about her whereabouts to contact the Ettelbrück police at (+352) 244 84 1000 or via email at Police.ETTELBRUCK@police.etat.lu The General Patton Memorial Museum in Ettelbruck is a World War II museum focusing on the German invasion of Luxembourg in 1940 and its subsequent liberation by US troops in 1944 the General Patton Memorial Museum chronicles this episode in history General George Patton was commander of the 3rd US Army and is known for his emphasis on rapid and aggressive offensive military action the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg was invaded and occupied by Nazi Germany General Patton liberated Ettlebruck on Christmas Day remains a highly revered figure in the city The General Patton Memorial Museum opened in July 1995 and pays tribute to Patton whilst also documenting and educating the public about the period from the German occupation of 1940 to American liberation in 1944 Today, more than 1000 photographs and documents that relate to the German invasion are displayed, as well as weapons and pieces of equipment discovered on the Ardennes battlefield The first section of the museum describes the invasion in May 1940 and the liberation by American troops in September 1944 The second section of the exhibition presents visitors with a considerable number of pieces of weapons and military equipment which has been discovered on the battlefield of the Ardennes in recent years Another section of the museum provides an overview of the war in the air in Luxembourg The main attraction of the museum is its large selection of battle tanks Only around 5km away is the National Museum of Military History which was created in 1984 by collectors and volunteers and is well worth a visit for those wanting to deepen their understanding of Luxembourg’s strategic importance during World War II The museum is at the Chiriaco Summit exit of Interstate 10 It is 1000 feet west of the Chiriaco Summit Airport There is a large car parking space at the site the museum takes around 2 and a half hours by car There are also frequent connecting buses that originate from Union Station With a culture that is highly intertwined with its neighbours Luxembourg is a country with a host of fascinating historic sites History Hit brings you the stories that shaped the world through our award winning podcast network and an online history channel as well as exclusive offers from our shop and carefully selected partners Sign Me Up The escape of a murder suspect during an accompanied outing in Ettelbruck in early December has prompted various interventions in the Chamber of Deputies Last week, MPs Charel Weiler and Jean-Paul Schaaf of the Christian Social People's Party (CSV) submitted a parliamentary question to Minister of Justice Elisabeth Margue and Minister of Health Martine Deprez The case has also drawn attention from MPs Fernand Etgen and André Bauler of the Democratic Party (DP) who addressed a parliamentary question to Minister for Home Affairs Léon Gloden Their enquiry focused on the suspect's escape route and whether other "dangerous or convicted" individuals currently placed at the Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital Centre (CHNP) in Ettelbruck might pose "a danger to public safety." the ministers clarified that the individual in question had never been convicted of a crime and did not escape from the CHNP premises but rather during an accompanied outing They added that the police were immediately informed no details about his escape route are available The ministers also explained that outings at the CHNP are restricted to a secure inner courtyard for individuals deemed "dangerous" or at risk of flight The suspect at the centre of this case had not been classified as such and was therefore permitted to participate in accompanied outings Regarding potential changes to the CHNP's security measures the ministers indicated that any decision would depend on the completion of an assessment of the incident In addition to these parliamentary questions MP Dan Biancalana of the Luxembourg Socialist Workers' Party (LSAP) has submitted a requested for a joint meeting of the parliamentary health and justice committees to further question Ministers Deprez and Margue on the matter The LSAP seeks to address the placement of individuals with mental illnesses focusing on both public safety and psycho-social considerations The committees are expected to deliberate on these issues in January the public prosecutor's office provided further clarification to our colleagues from RTL.lu explaining that there is no fixed time frame for placement in a psychiatric unit Individuals under judicial supervision have the right to request discharge prompting the public prosecutor's office to seek multiple assessments before deciding on continued detention or release the public prosecutor's office confirmed that a report has been requested to evaluate how such incidents can be prevented during future accompanied outings The man at the centre of this case is the primary suspect in the fatal stabbing of an elderly man in Ettelbruck in 2015 the Appeals Court's pre-trial chamber deemed the then 27-year-old unfit to stand trial under Article 71 of the Criminal Code This article exempts individuals from criminal responsibility if a mental disorder impaired their judgment or self-control Despite sufficient evidence linking him to two knife attacks the court instead placed him in a secure psychiatric unit at the CHNP the man escaped during an accompanied outing and remained at large for 24 hours before being recaptured in Germany Nine years after knife attacks: Ettelbruck murder suspect recaptured in Germany after escaping from psychiatric hospital Following recapture of murder suspect: Luxembourg MPs float idea of psychiatric unit at Schrassig prison PDF: Answer to parliamentary question by MPs Bauler and Etgen [LB] PDF: Answer to parliamentary question by MPs Weiler and Schaaf [LB] Robert Schuman The story behind 9 May celebrating Europe Day Luxembourg-born Robert Schuman delivered the Schuman Declaration, a speech widely known for setting the 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These two itineraries take in the capital’s heritage, with ideas for guests with reduced mobility, and places to eat and drink InsolvencyPremiumMondorf project turning former hotel into flats on hold over bankruptcyDeveloper puts historic hotel up for sale amid insolvency with buyers not knowing when works will be complete Second World War101 days of anguish: Grand Duchess Charlotte’s Portuguese exile As Grand Duke Henri visits Portugal, a look back to 85 years ago, when the Grand Duchess travelled to the country to flee the Nazi invasion Bommeleeër PremiumHow the Bommeleeër got their ammunitions 40 years agoIn a series of raids in February 1985, the gang looted 387 kilos of explosives and many more items as part of their preparations for later attacks and Nordstad responded to the crash and provided assistance to the injured motorist at the scene The congress was held under the motto “Great challenges great responsibility" to highlight the significant responsibility the CSV bears in these times FOTOGALERIE Rail traffic on line 10 between Mersch and Kautenbach was temporarily disrupted on Saturday afternoon according to the Luxembourg National Railway Company (CFL) The disruption was linked to a police intervention at Ettelbruck station A police spokesperson explained that a patrol stopped an individual on the station platform who was carrying two small gas cylinders Officers were investigating whether the cylinders contained helium CFL arranged a replacement bus service between Mersch and Kautenbach CFL indicated that the incident had been resolved and that train traffic would resume normally during the afternoon Passengers seeking more information are advised to visit www.cfl.lu or use the CFL mobile app motorists will soon be able to continue their journey through a 300-metre tunnel beneath the Nordstad The tunnel will be opened to traffic once construction is completed by the end of 2028 It is estimated that approximately 10,000 vehicles will pass through the brand-new tunnel daily The municipality of Ettelbruck hopes that the combined construction of the new bridge and tunnel will significantly ease congestion in the town centre The total cost of this project is €35 million En néien Tunnel fir Ettelbréck (3.11.24) HAMDEN, Connecticut – Former Quinnipiac women's basketball standout Samantha Guastella (Red Bank New Jersey) will begin her professional career overseas in Luxembourg as the 6-2 forward has signed a one-year contract with BBC Etzella Ettelbruck The New Jersey native has inked a deal with Luxembourg Total League's BBC Etzella Ettelbruck – a club that plays in the highest ranking league in Luxembourg Guastella is set to depart for the city of Ettelbruck in mid-August where she will begin preseason training "I am so excited to be playing next season professionally in Luxembourg and can't empress how grateful I am for this opportunity to continue playing the game I love," Guastella said "After an incredible four years at Quinnipiac I am excited for a new challenge and new experiences in Luxembourg I'm so thankful for all that my coaches and family have done to help me become the person and player I am today!" Guastella graduated from Quinnipiac this past May after a four-year standout career with the Bobcats that included two trips to the NCAA Tournament as well as trips to four straight postseason tournaments Guastella broke out with a sensational senior campaign wherein she started all 35 games while averaging 12.8 points (44.9 FG% 1.3 assists and 1.0 steals in 25.3 minutes per game The Bobcats' do-everything forward was the only player in the country to rank in the Top 100 for three-point field goals (2.91; 10th NCAA Div She also was one of just three players to rank in the Top 20 in three-point percentage (42.0; 14th NCAA Div I) and three-point field goals (2.91) per game Guastella finished her career as the all-time leader in Quinnipiac women's basketball history in three-pointers (225) and the QU Div Named one of three team captains for the 2014-15 season Guastella's leadership on and off the court played a key role in the Bobcats' transcendent 31-4 campaign Quinnipiac rolled through the regular season that featured a 21-game winning streak and an undefeated 20-0 conference record on the way to winning the 2015 MAAC Championship The Bobcats received votes in both national polls (Associated Press USA Today) while the 31 wins in 2014-15 set a new single-season program record "It's a great achievement for Sam as well as our program," said Quinnipiac head coach Tricia Fabbri "Sam's passion for the game was evident when we recruited her and was always on display during her four years at Quinnipiac The fact that she is able to fulfill one of her dreams to play professional basketball is extremely gratifying Sam was an integral part of the success we've had over the past four years I know she will have the same impact on her new team and we wish her all the best!" Guastella finished with averages of 9.9 points (43.5 FG% 5.6 rebounds and 1.5 blocks while appearing in 123 games throughout her four years She was a member of the Bobcats' five-member senior class that elevated the program to new heights including 106 victories (program record) the first two conference championships in program history (2013 NEC the first two trips to the NCAA Tournament (2013 2015) and four trips to national postseason tournaments (2013 Guastella joins a roster coached by Fuger Fabienne that includes American-born small forward Jessilyn Conicelli who was a standout for Biola University in California having last played collegiately in 2010-11 Conicelli leads the Etzella Ettelbruck team in points and rebounds as her 2014-15 state line included 22 points The nine-player lineup from the 2014-15 Etzella Ettelbruck squad included seven players with Luxembourgish nationality as well as one American and one Bulgarian Guastella immediately brings depth on the frontcourt for Etzella Ettelbruck as she immediately becomes the tallest player on the roster is coming off a 21-3 season while claiming the Luxembourg League Regular Season Championship Looking for its first Luxembourg League Championship since 2000 Etzella Ettelbruck entered the 2015 league tournament seeded No 1 but was upended in the semifinal round by AB Contern Contact: Maxx McNall; maxx.mcnall@quinnipiac.edu Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here In response to a parliamentary question from MP André Bauler of the Democratic Party (DP) Minister of Health Martine Deprez announced that the on-call medical centre ("maison médicale") in Ettelbruck will relocate to a new building in 2026 The new facility will be located within a purpose-built structure spanning 700 square metres at the entrance to Ettelbruck Similar to the medical centre in southern Luxembourg it will feature four consultation rooms for general practitioners These GPs will be available to patients from 8pm to midnight during the week and from 8am to midnight on weekends and public holidays The new building is expected to open in approximately one year at which time the medical centre will transition from its current location in a single-family house on Avenue Salentiny to the modernised premises The man had endangered himself by repeatedly falling onto the street in Ettelbruck he indeed was struggling to stay on his feet Given the man was a danger to himself and others in his condition he was taken to the drunk tank after a medical examination The Technical-vocational College for Healthcare Professions (LTPS) in Ettelbrück has an ambitious objective: to produce more energy than it consumes taking into account ’grey energy’ – the energy needed for its construction and demolition The building has been in use since the start of the 2019 academic year It was selected as a pilot project based on the innovative ‘energy-plus’ concept An application is being made for the building to obtain the Swiss ‘Minergie-A-ECO’ environmental certification This project serves as an exemplary model for other public and private projects in Luxembourg As the number of students increases each year a new building was needed to house the LTPS This new building was selected as a pilot project to implement the innovative ‘energy-plus’ concept which means that it will produce more energy than it consumes over its life cycle also taking into account the energy required for its construction and demolition According to data on the Luxembourg Public Works portal the college covers an area of 8400 m2 and can accommodate 430 students in 16 classrooms and six clinical teaching rooms The academic complex also includes an administrative wing and a multi-purpose room With a view to minimising ’grey energy’ – the total energy consumed over the building’s entire life cycle – materials were chosen for their energy efficiency and low environmental impact assembled using a system adapted for the project The sloping roof has integrated solar panels Other technical solutions to increase the building’s energy efficiency and reduce its environmental impact include interior partitions made of clay panels advanced thermal insulation and ventilation of the spaces using a hybrid system of fan coils a thermal rainwater collecting system was installed on the façade and is connected to a reservoir In addition to sustainability and energy efficiency This resolutely innovative and ecological approach is reflected in the building’s architecture into which the solar panels are integrated The building is perfectly integrated into the wooded surroundings ‘People find it very pleasant to be in the building particularly because of its thermal and acoustic comfort,’ explains Martine Schmitt who has closely followed the project on behalf of the Luxembourg Public Buildings Administration The project was designed with the Swiss ‘Minergie-A-ECO’ certification in mind which sets very high standards in the construction sector This certification not only covers energy efficiency and comfort criteria it also takes into account the use of environmentally friendly materials and prohibits the use of products that are harmful to health The building has enjoyed international acclaim It has been awarded several European prizes and been selected for the ‘Mies van der Rohe Award’ which rewards excellence in European architecture Total investment for the project ‘Technical-vocational College for Healthcare Professions in Ettelbruck’ project was EUR 5 040 000 with the European Regional Development Fund contributing EUR 2 016 000 through the ’Luxembourg ERDF’ Operational Programme for the 2014–2020 programming period The investment falls under the priority ‘Promoting a low carbon economy’ Ministère de l'Economie - Direction de la politique régionale Ministère de la Mobilité et des Travaux publics After the presumed dealer started talking to the policemen the latter revealed their identities and they had to immobilise the man and on Monday morning the individual was presented to the examining magistrate a man was injured with knife at around 8.25pm At the scene both the victim and the perpetrator during which one of them was lightly injured on his leg with a knife The victim was admitted to the hospital for a check-up The policemen were able to find and seize a second knife on the perpetrator The latter behaved completely inappropriately during the examination that he had to stay the night in the police office This is part of an effort to update the railway network which has seen a 100% increase in passenger numbers over the past 20 years a total of 28.7 million people travelled by train CFL has scheduled the work during school holidays and after the collective leave period there will be no train service between Ettelbruck and Gouvy this timing also accommodates passengers who wish to visit the Schueberfouer 2024 During this period, train services will be replaced by bus services. Updated timetables will be published on the CFL website at cfl.lu running every two hours between Ettelbruck and Troisvierges PDF: Statement by CFL [FR] The incident occurred around 5pm on Rue Prince Henri Officers had asked a motorist to move her car out of the delivery zone While checking the other occupants of the car according to a police report released on Saturday One of the passengers then became "angry and very aggressive." injuring an officer whose arm was caught between the door and the car the passenger was quickly immobilised and handcuffed the handcuffs did not entirely restrain the man hitting the sliding door until it fell off its track Following orders from the public prosecutor's office According to the Grand-Ducal Fire and Rescue Corps bulletin a person was hit by a train at around 8.47 am In addition to firefighters from Ingeldorf an ambulance and the rescue helicopter were also called to the scene Passengers were redirected to rail replacement buses for the duration of the incident The closure was lifted shortly after midday and cars were once again permitted to use the level crossing Further information is available on the CFL website or on the CFL mobile app Pollution was detected in the Alzette and Sûre rivers on Wednesday afternoon in Diekirch according to a press release issued by the Water Management Authority on Thursday Traces of hydrocarbons were observed on the surface of the Sûre prompting an investigation into the source of the contamination Officials traced the pollution back to Ettelbruck where a delivery lorry at the local abattoir had experienced a hydraulic leak The leaked hydrocarbons entered the river water system flowing into the Alzette and subsequently reaching the Sûre a team from the Grand Ducal Fire and Rescue Corps (CGDIS) installed a plug in the affected pipe to contain the spill The pipe is scheduled to be cleaned on Thursday the hotel and restaurant Lanners in Ettelbruck closed its doors for the final time on Sunday 14 July the closure was marked by a distinct tone of sadness The main reason for the hotel's closure is the ongoing development and construction around Ettelbrucks's train station Work began in 2017 and is likely to take several more years as it moves through multiple phases of conversion into a multimodal terminal The hotel's owner said it was not just a case of excessive noise and mess but the construction work had resulted in a distinct lack of parking spaces in the area There are also plans to build a new youth hostel over 40 metres tall beside the station although he feels that regardless of the building a youth hostel would not fit into the neighbourhood "Everywhere you look we have problems here the police are called out to the area two or three times a day for these You're likely to see eight police vans with officers using batons Now there are plans to build a youth hostel in a district which is not exactly under control yet." the proprietor of the hotel would like to tear the building down Although the municipal council agreed to these plans initially "After long discussions the plans were rejected by the new mayor who said the plans would build too deep But this was after the plans were submitted to them five years ago and had even been checked by their technician But now they say the plans aren't compliant So I'll shut for good on 14 [July] and we'll see how it goes Maybe we'll get a second awning here in Ettelbruck." The municipality says its refusal is due to the fact that the project does not meet building regulations in terms of the planned depth; however local officials can understand the hotel owner's dissatisfaction "The construction project that was planned was actually a complete development of the plot and according to the building regulations this is only possible at an existing level "This was not communicated in the right way at the time but we have to stick to the rules here as we do for everyone else." The municipality has registered a bid to buy the property but neither party has agreed a price to date The station building works have been subjected to delays over the years but the mayor highlighted the enormous scale and complexity of the station refurbishment and said it was currently progressing well there are plans to install CCTV around the station but the council is also looking at redeveloping the street to make it more urban friendly and colourful Meteolux has issued an orange weather alert for the entire country as heavy rainfall and flooding continue to disrupt daily life Several roads and car parks are already submerged and water levels in multiple rivers have exceeded the "orange vigilance threshold." The orange alert, which began at midnight on Thursday, follows a yellow alert issued on Wednesday due to snowfall that caused chaos on Luxembourg's roads and at Findel Airport The orange alert will remain in place until 6pm on Friday for the North and until 6pm on Sunday for the Moselle region but has been lifted for the South of the country Meteolux warns that minor flooding could escalate authorities reported that the Deich car park in Ettelbruck is closed due to flooding Police urged vehicle owners to remove their cars immediately Similar warnings were issued for motorists parked along the N10 in Schengen and Remich police advised drivers to avoid several flooded roads The N8 between Süll and BruchThe embankment car park in EttelbruckThe CR338 between Lieler and the Belgian borderThe CR345 between Ettelbruck and the borderThe CR158 between Roeser and the roundabout toward Kockelscheuer Additional roads were flagged as hazardous due to falling trees: The CR309 between Arsdorf and MisärshaffThe N7/Bamerdall between Friedhof and DiekirchThe CR306 between Greiveldange and GrosbousThe N28 between Canach and OetrangeThe N11 between Gonderange and Waldhof The adverse weather has also impacted waste collection services the intercommunal syndicate responsible for waste management in northern Luxembourg announced the cancellation of rubbish collections in Troisvierges These collections have been rescheduled for Friday Heavy rainfall and late snowmelt have caused water levels in Luxembourg's rivers and streams to rise rapidly according to the flood monitoring website inondations.lu The site warned that the orange alert threshold would be exceeded on the Alzette and Eisch rivers during the night of Thursday to Friday Elevated water levels are also expected on the Syre The Alzette is particularly at risk of exceeding the red alert threshold at the Mersch and Ettelbruck monitoring stations the Water Management Authority confirmed that the orange alert threshold had already been surpassed in Mersch and Ettelbruck with the Alzette in Ettelbruck nearing the red alert level The Attert River in Bissen has also exceeded the orange alert threshold Water levels in the Alzette catchment area are expected to peak by midday or evening the orange alert threshold has been exceeded in Diekirch though the red alert level is not anticipated the orange alert threshold is expected to be surpassed by midday with the possibility of reaching the red alert level later in the day water levels in Bigonville are predicted to fall just below the orange alert threshold The Moselle River was finally placed under orange alert around 6pm on Friday after spending most of the day at the yellow level Authorities warn that the water levels on the Moselle will likely keep rising until Saturday morning but the exact level cannot be predicted as of now L'eau monte à Ettelbrück The Lycée pour Professions de Santé in Ettelbruck now the largest wooden building in Luxembourg It is indeed the first public building in Luxembourg with positive energy It is also the first in Luxembourg to aim for a "Minergie-P- ECO" certification The incident took place around 3.45pm on the B7 between Ettelbruck and Diekirch Preliminary information indicates that a vehicle crossed into the opposite lane during an overtaking manoeuvre causing a second car to swerve and collide with a guardrail The vehicle involved in the incident is believed to be a dark SUV that was heading towards Ettelbruck The police are seeking information from anyone who may have witnessed the accident or from the driver of the SUV Witnesses are asked to contact the Mersch police at (+352) 244 90 1000 or by email at police.mersch@police.etat.lu The paediatric care department of the Centre hospitalier du Nord (CHdN) has dealt with less than one in five children brought in by emergency services this year health minister Martine Deprez said on Tuesday in response to a written parliamentary question The vast majority of patients have instead been redirected to the Kannerklinnik the paediatric service of the Centre Hospitalier du Luxembourg (CHL) in the capital At the start of February, the northern hospital had announced a restructuring of its paediatric services, extending its opening hours for young patients without appointments needing non-emergency treatment. Since then, 1,827 children have been seen at the hospital, Deprez said in response to a separate parliamentary question published last week. “The on-duty paediatrician decides whether the child can be treated at the CHdN or if it's in the interest of the patient to be transferred to the Kannerklinnik,” she said. While only the Kannerklinnik serves as the national specialist service for paediatric care, “minor emergencies can be dealt with by the CHdN department as part of its local paediatric service,” Deprez said. Petitions to the country’s lawmakers have demanded more emergency care units for children, but efforts in 2019 and 2021 failed to gather enough signatures to force a debate in parliament. One in seven children in Luxembourg needed emergency care annually between 2013 and 2020, the national observatory for health said in a child health report. Although the density of paediatric hospital beds fell between 2017 and 2021 to 3.9 per 10,000 children, Luxembourg relies on an around-the-clock, on-call medical care system where physicians receive walk-in appointments from children at one of the country’s three medical centres (maisons médicales) in Belval, Luxembourg City and Ettelbruck. 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Here are some tips on how to succeed Social support servicesLuxembourg opens new help centre for victims of violenceFor the first time, Luxembourg will have a central contact point for victims of all forms of violence In an interview with our colleagues from RTL.lu Jean-Paul Schaaf confirmed that he will replace MEP Christophe Hansen in the Chamber of Deputies a long-time mayor of Ettelbruck and current member of its municipal executive board secured the 6th position on the CSV list in northern Luxembourg during the last legislative elections This will mark Jean-Paul Schaaf's return to the Chamber of Deputies having previously served from 2004 to 2013 and from 2020 to 2023 Schaaf took over the seat of another elected member because the CSV was in the majority and a number of elected members had joined the government Schaaf succeeded Marco Schank after the latter retired from politics he will assume the seat vacated by Christophe Hansen The Chamber of Deputies' final public session before summer recess is slated for 11 July Dan Hardy and Jean-Paul Schaaf are anticipated to be sworn in as MPs on that day following the resignation of Fernand Kartheiser and Christophe Hansen the newly elected European Parliament is set to convene for its inaugural session from 16 to 19 July a group of people boarded the bus along with the victim One of the thieves sat beside the victim and began to search through his backpack and pockets A total of three perpetrators were involved in the theft of the victim's headphones The operation was part of a larger crackdown on drug-related crime in the area officers found four people with drugs on them The items were confiscated along with a blank cartridge pistol found on another individual Several new projects are underway at the Ettelbruck train station a bus station as well as an administrative centre will turn the government’s industrial plans of renovating and expanding Ettelbruck train station into a major social project to benefit the local community and its economy Ettelbruck's train station is one of Luxembourg’s busiest and most important in terms of passenger traffic It underwent extensive infrastructure work in 2018 and has seen an increase of 85% in the number of passengers between 2003 and 2019 The development work at the northern train station will see rail works that encompass the construction of a new platform and two additional tracks considerably increasing passenger capabilities while also providing the flexibility to mitigate possible disruptions of service Existing platforms will be extended to a length of 340m while also being widened to a width of 11m allowing for the accommodation of longer trains The CFL is also in the process of creating an integrated control system will simplify lateral signaling and management centralising elements linked to the European train control system The railway works at Ettelbruck are expected to be completed in the final months of 2022 And in the spirit of mobility and public works outlined by minister François Bausch “Railways should no longer be an industrial location a new passenger building is expected to be built in 2026 and a new P&R is also in the works focus will turn to the construction of a new youth hostel an administrative centre and a new bus station The aim of these civil engineering projects is to attract young tourists to the northern region as well as boost cycle tourism The new hostel will have 120 beds and its common areas “multifunctional” rooms as a well as a viewing platform on the 9th floor The administrative complex will cover an area of 1,200m2 and provide a conference area The neighbourhood around the Ettelbruck station is home to around a thousand residents With the work currently underway at the station the area is set to undergo a metamorphosis between now and 2030 the main town in the northern canton of Diekirch the railway station has contributed to the development of the whole town A major project is underway to transform it into a multimodal interchange The work will benefit the entire neighbourhood and some residents say they are looking forward to it The station is the main gateway to the city and it’s here that hundreds of passengers come and go in the morning they’re accompanied by the rhythm of jackhammers and guided by construction site signs You’ll have to turn your back to the safety barriers and huge machines to appreciate some pretty façades like that of the Café Pizzeria Bauerestuff an institution in the town that has been open for four generations Less attractive than the more elegant historic centre the fate of the station area is intimately linked to that of the whole city The creation of a railway station in 1862 contributed to the development of the entire town Ettelbruck was a village rather than a town in its own right It was not until 1907 that it achieved this status the choice of location for the station gave rise to heated debate “The route of the railway and the need to cross the Alzette made it technically impossible to build the station in the centre of Ettelbruck the railway line linked Ettelbruck to Ulflingen linking Ettelbruck to Steinfort and then to Petingen The first station building was extended in 1876 and a restoration and half-timbered building was added The station building was extended again in 1914 after the line had been designed with two tracks from 1913 onwards,” according to the municipal archives in addition to the few shops that keep it lively the station remains the nerve centre of the district or around 10.7% of the town’s total population This makes it more of a commercial district than a residential one The majority of the population is Portuguese the neighbourhoods around stations are often synonymous with delinquency Ettelbruck seems to be spared this phenomenon the station and what it has to offer are the main assets of the district “There are trains every 15 minutes or so to Luxembourg and the district has retained its human side so you can walk around without any problems Ettelbruck does’t need to envy other places,” he asserts The Rue de la Gare will look completely different after the works The Stëmm vun der Strooss opened a social restaurant in the district at the beginning of the year The Sainte-Anne public school is just a stone’s throw away from the station The Jugendinfopunkt (JIP) is a place where young people aged 12 to 30 can find information on a range of topics: education The painter and sculptor Michel Weiler was originally from Ettelbruck A street in the station area bears his name Part of the Avenue Kennedy runs through the station area The area is well endowed in terms of shops The cosmopolitan nature of the population is also reflected in the district’s retail offer whether in Rue du Prince Henri or Avenue Kennedy with shops and restaurants of all origins: Syrian family planning clinics and the Ligue médico-sociale visitors can discover a number of curiosities the General Patton Memorial Museum pays tribute to General George S Patton Jr whose 80th Infantry Division liberated the town on 25 December 1944 the museum retraces the most significant events of the Second World War in Luxembourg Its façade was repainted by Alain Welter in 2019 Another personality dear to the city and the district to whom a tribute is paid is the sculptor Michel Weiler A shopkeeper who has been in the area for three years describes it as “a quiet neighbourhood that bears no comparison with the station area in Luxembourg City.” In terms of commercial life “It’s not the easiest street for shopkeepers it will undoubtedly attract more people,” she believes The work being carried out by CFL and the Roads and Bridges Administration should benefit the whole district it is being closely watched by residents and shopkeepers who say they can’t wait to see the results The aim is to modernise and develop the station into a multimodal interchange worthy of the name Work has begun and the station already has an additional (wider and longer) platform while the original platform has been resized “With the 23 points installed since 2018 and the two additional tracks which is one of the largest in the country has optimum flexibility,” noted CFL in its latest activity report Also planned as part of the works are improved accessibility for people with reduced mobility and a P+R (with around 430 parking spaces) more modern passenger building and the new bus station Work at the station is scheduled to last until 2030 Avenue Kennedy is the most densely populated is a great way to immerse yourself in the history of Luxembourg But the works will extend beyond the railway infrastructure of the country’s second-largest station The station square will be redesigned and refurbished A 350 metre-long tunnel will be created under the station Avenue Kennedy will see its traffic slow down and the pedestrian area of Rue Prince Henri will be greatly enlarged “The general plan is designed to be flexible enough to accommodate a wide range of functions so that this new strategic location will be able to accommodate a mix of social commercial and economic functions,” explains the construction dossier “The Verband project is another key part of this development It includes not only retail and office space but also new housing units,” adds the local authority in a recent communication the station area will become the hub of mobility and creativity This article was first published in French on  It has been translated and edited for Delano A lack of paediatricians specialising in neonatology led to the decision to temporary close Ettelbruck's maternity ward The maternity ward of the Centre hospitalier du Nord (CHdN) in Ettelbruck could reopen as soon as 1 June after being temporarily closed in April due to a lack of specialised staff Health minister Paulette Lenert (LSAP) confirmed to RTL on Friday evening that the maternity ward is set to reopen on 1 June will combine several measures to counter the hospital’s staff shortage the Ettelbruck ward will have a trained reanimation team present on site Experts from the CHL’s neonatology department will also offer their assistance remotely while newborns will be transferred to intensive neonatology services in the Luxembourg City hospital if needed This plan for action that will allow activity at the hospital to restart must be finalised this week The maternity ward in the north of the country is tasked with taking on low-risk pregnancies the neonatal emergency medical service (Samu)--whose capacity will be increased--will transfer them to the CHL.