To keep children away from the treacherous waters of the Attert the legend of the 'Kropemann' has thrilled generations of Luxembourg children the ominous figure will be at the centre of the famous 'Kropemannsfest' in Redange-sur-Attert "The Kropemann is a scary figure who lives underwater using his hook to snatch unwary children who come too close to the banks of the Attert He then drags them to the bottom of the river" the man with the hook) is pictured as a small man with a long He never moves without his so-called 'Kropestaang' a pole with a hook attached to the end to drag victims into the Attert's depths the legend was originally meant to deter children from coming too close to the water the Attert is at its most dangerous at the height of Redange times have changed as the legend passed down generations The Kropemann allegedly still resides near the river Literary Legends: Is the Kropemann Luxembourg's most terrifying mythical creature? but since the start of the annual festival and manager at the Kropemannfest association The Kropemann's mellowing nonetheless has not put a stop to the legend his story was revived with the creation of the festivities a large annual celebration held on the last Sunday of September "It was the brainchild of all the organisations in Rwdange it has become a cultural and musical celebration attracting thousands of visitors – making it one of the top five festivals in the Grand Duchy The festival kicks off with a comedic political satire at Worré Park at 10am and prominent media and political figures take the stage This year's artists include Agriculture Minister Martine Hansen and former Equality Minister Taina Bofferding The play is followed by a musical procession featuring the politicians and actors through Rédange's high street while around 100 market stalls sell crafts and creative items Four music stages will host various groups across the village This year also sees special emphasis placed on the children's village the Kropemann has become synonymous with Rédange From the pedestal of the fountain dedicated to him in front of the town hall to the large wooden sculpture in Worré Park visitors are at all times reminded on whose domain they find themselves The 11th edition of the festival will take place on Sunday from 10am–7pm in the streets of Redange-sur-Attert but the west of Luxembourg has some interesting towns and villages We take a look at two of them – Beckerich and Redange-sur-Attert and the scenic valley of the seven castles Beckerich is perhaps best known for having its own currency (the Beki) and for its mineral water The Beki has helped it to promote its renewable energy business Lovingly restored it now houses a historic sawmill a museum of local crafts and an art gallery The Church of Betto in Beckerich was first mentioned in documents in 1235 and the village was originally under the authority of the nuns of Clairefontaine In 1328 the Beckerich Mill was given to the nuns by King John the Blind and the inhabitants of the village had to grind their grains there (or face a fine) and undertake duties such as cleaning the nearby river and providing new millstones French Revolutionary troops auctioned off the mill in 1797 and the private family owners started to supplement traditional mill activities with a saw mill The Brenta electric saw purchased in 1926 by the Waxweiler family is still in working order today It was rented by the American army at the end of the Second Word War to cut beams for the construction of bridges Today, the renovated mill consists of old barns, a stable and the mill house. There’s a small art gallery open Thursday to Sunday from 14.00 to 18.00, and you can find information on events and workshops here The pond at the mill is home to five species of dragonfly that have disappeared elsewhere in Luxembourg which have recently recolonized the walls of the old sand quarry Basketwork, quarrying, and later the railroad, all had an influence on the area, and you can still see a restored 19th century railway station at Noerdange For more than 70 years the Prince Henri or Attert line connected the station to Petange and Ettelbruck You can peek through the windows for a look at the station The mineral water you can buy today comes from the Mëlleschbour and Wäshbour springs which also supply the local drinking water (lucky locals) The restored mill is also the starting point for a number of trails and cycle routes An 11.6km blue arrow circular trail leads from the village of Beckerich past the old stations of the cross that lead to the chapel at Kahlenberg before heading through the forest and a climb up “Heischel” The route then descends towards the village of Hovelange and follows the cycle path through meadows back to the starting point This video self-guided walk is intriguingly entitled “The mist the corner of paradise and the werewolf” and provides some flavourful commentary on the walking circuit (in French with English subtitles) This box contains embedded content from YouTube that wants to read or write cookies A shorter 8.9km trail starting in Elvange/Hovelange near the church passes by the tiny Chapel Saint Remacle on the outskirts of Schweich before ascending up to a beautiful forest trail to Hölzknapp and passing through the forests of Houbierg and Miltgeknapp to arrive back in Hovelange A pedagogical farm in Hovelange keeps Andean alpacas and you can take them for a trek or hand feed the Galloway cattle Redange is also a pretty town and a commune with several nice villages The Kropemann festival is usually held the last Sunday in September and in addition to an appearance from this mythical creature is the mythical guardian of the landscape and nature ensured the water in the village wells did not get contaminated A statue of this local icon can be seen rising from the waters of the pond at Worré Park An 8.1km circular walk starts in the town hall square and travels past the Kropemann statue before heading towards Niederpallen and then into the Wëldbësch crossing back and forth over the River Attert to Ospern before returning to Redange For museum fans, the International Police Museum in Capellen has objects from the police and gendarmerie and it details the historical evolution of the two forces since 1795 Open on the third Sunday of each month from 14.30 to 18.00 The Kehlen Distillery Museum is the initiative of Robert and Suzy Adam and has objects from a number of Luxembourg distilleries now closed as well as exhibits from yesteryear country life It's located at 13 rue Ollmer and open on Thursday from 14.00 til 18.00 and Saturday 10.00-17.00 At the end of your visit you can taste and purchase the different spirits and liqueurs produced on site Though either in ruins or in the process of being restored but mainly not open to the public on a regular basis you can still take a look at the castles in Mersch by driving or hiking the route of the Valley of the seven castles the devil walked through the valley carrying a bag of seeds and when the bag sprung a leak the seeds scattered and grew into castles In reality they were built by the nobility mostly in the 12th and 13th centuries when Luxembourg was experiencing relative prosperity You can take a 25km scenic drive that starts in Mersch and finishes in Koerich with its newly renovated 12th century castle Most of the castles date back to the Middle Ages apart from the 17th century one at Ansembourg (new castle) with its French gardens complete with statues. You can visit the manicured gardens, but check their website for details of dates and times On 4 August the castle and gardens will be open from 11.00 to 18.00 for the Fête du Château It will also be an opportunity to learn more about the history of the site on a guided tour and also to discover in a creative and fun way some good practices to better protect the precious ecosystem that secures our future Although the castle at Septfontaines and the old Castle Ansembourg are privately owned you can still take in some stunning views of them from the route You can cycle the scenic drive route as captured by An American in Luxembourg: Discover Luxembourg Cards, butterflies, wine and Wil Lofy - an afternoon in GrevenmacherWatch butterflies leave their cocoons, learn about the revolutionary printing press, visit a wine cellar, or just stroll along the Moselle 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 Easter traditionsMake some noise for Klibberen and Émaischen The church bells leave and the rattles return for the four days of Klibberen, whilst Easter Monday sees the bird whistle Péckvillchen market 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 SpringtimeEnjoy some family fun at these themed playgrounds in Luxembourg Fancy a family afternoon at the playground? Here's our selection of the best ones in the city and beyond, plus how to find your nearest slide and swings Inside LuxVisit Vianden – castle ramparts, a chairlift and museums on Hugo and DicksA once-thriving medieval artisan town, with a castle, charming cobbled streets, try the many walks and places to dine out 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 instagramSections The threat level has been lifted after an armed attacker alarm was triggered at the secondary school in Redange/Attert on Tuesday morning prompting a significant police response at the scene an alarm indicating an armed attacker was activated at the school at 8.45am headteacher Jeff Kohnen said a student reported sightings of a suspicious young person at the school The school immediately informed the police and triggered the appropriate procedures Police were unable to locate a weapon on school premises The police have since confirmed that a major force was deployed to the scene students and teachers were instructed to remain in their classrooms with doors locked and to maintain silence Officers spoke to some pupils to check up on them but classes were told to re-lock their doors afterwards Parents going to the school to check up on their children were not allowed on site for the duration of the operation They were kept informed of the situation throughout Cause for the alarm was a "suspicious person" on site Police dogs were also sent to the school to support search efforts A safety perimeter was installed around the school building but authorities confirmed at 10.50am that no threat was detected and that the alarm has been lifted again The Ministry of Education later highlighted the importance of supporting pupils and staff following the incident as the CGDIS psychological support group attended the school on Tuesday afternoon to discuss what had happened and to give recommendations Counsellors will also be present at the school on Wednesday the psycho-social support centre for education will be at pupils' disposal should the need arise over the coming days a motorist lost control of his vehicle at around 7.40am on a left turn before veering sharply off the road on the N22 His vehicle then rolled several times before coming to rest in a field below the road while the convertible was clearly badly damaged An alcohol test was carried out on the spot by the police before the driver was taken to hospital for a check-up Traffic was slightly affected while the emergency services and the police intervened There is something magical about the woods here, a setting that takes you back to the tales in children's books and fantasy movies. The curves in the path lead to ferns taller than a man, and the tree roots are crooked and covered with moss, like the arms of a sleeping giant underground. In the crypt of Useldange Castle, I discover the story of Catherine Theis, a woman who was arrested in the 17th century and accused of witchcraft - in fact, she did little more than use the forest’s herbs to make medicine. Redange is the largest village in the region and the seat of the commune of the same name. It has more than 3,000 residents, which does not even remotely qualify to be called a city. But it has stores, cafés and people strolling down the street. On the way, I met Ian Lejeune, a Belgian of Vietnamese origin who settled in the region 10 years ago. He was wearing a pink suit, a white wig, and long fake eyelashes, painted in vibrant colours. "Hello," Lejeune said, "you may call me Madame Yoko." Lejeune, alias Yoko, owns Brasserie Barnum, a restaurant that organises drag queen shows. He doesn't like to call his restaurant a gay bar, "because we are actually straight-friendly and we also accept heterosexuals," he said - half seriously, half jokingly. He prefers to define his place as "a haven for those who feel different and a haven for tolerance." He also takes some pride in knowing that this is the only bar geared toward the LGBT community in the country. "In the capital, since Bar Rouge closed there is nothing. There's only us, in the middle of a village lost on the map." It is not always easy. "People pass me on the street, whether I'm dressed as a man or a woman, and they don't speak to me, even if I greet them. It's like they're afraid of catching some disease," he said. "In the city there are parties and organisations and events. But you know, the kid coming from Afghanistan or Syria or who has an overly conservative family and is searching for his sexuality…he's never going to contact an institution. 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Rodrigues as he embarks on a 21-day walk that will take him across the country to unravel Luxembourg's mysteries west of the country05/10/2014ShareA tragic car accident occurred on Sunday afternoon resulting in the death of a 36-year-old father and his 1-year-old daughter The incident happened at about 4.40pm when the car approaching at high speed from Nagem sped through the junction of Rue de Nagem and Rue d'Ell and crashed head-on into a tree The car was completely destroyed by the force of the impact Despite the swift intervention of the emergency services including a helicopter and An investigation as to the cause of the accident has now been launched Do not miss the news - sign up to receive the wort.lu newsletter in English delivered to your inbox six days a week. State financesLuxembourg recorded budget surplus in Q1Gilles Roth presented state of national economy report to parliament’s finance committees on Tuesday PoliticsHow much do Luxembourg ministers really earn?In addition to basic salary, ministers are entitled to monthly allowances of up to €8,000 and end-of-year bonuses EvacuationWeapon used in Kirchberg scare was fakeMan armed with fake gun caused commotion at bank branch on Monday Schengen AreaLuxembourg hopes for dialogue with Germany over border checksTens of thousands of people commute to work in Luxembourg every day Job searchBeen job-hunting unsuccessfully for more than six months? If you’ve had several months of rejection letters or never made it beyond first interviews, here’s what you might be doing wrong Financial scandalSpuerkeess rejects blame in Caritas embezzlement case Representatives tell parliament that the bank followed all internal procedures with its client PoliticsGermany in political chaos after Merz loses chancellor voteMerz fell short with 310 votes out of the required 316 Skin healthThe hype surrounding skincare routines“Seven steps to perfect skin” - skincare is a popular social media topic. But what really works? She was last seen wearing athletics wear by Adidas in black with white stripes with white Nike trainers and a black Eastpak backpack Anyone with information should contact Attert police on (+352) 244 92 1000 or on 113 But who or what is Kropemann? According to the legend he’s an underwater creature, and a kind of water spirit. He may look rather scary, but today he’s seen as protector of nature and the landscape of the Attert valley. He’s an ecological guardian to the land and water. Two stages were set up in the streets where live music could be heard throughout the day, and visitors perused the very large market for the occasion. The opening of the entire event began with an acted out dramatization that included world leaders like Obama, Putin, Hollande Merkel attracting many spectators. The celebration was the perfect occasion to unveil a new original artwork of the Kropemann rising from the waters of the pond in Worré Park. Made of stainless steel and glass, the statue was designed and made by local artists Robert Emeringer, Serge Hoffmann and Serge Kaiser. The LSAP lost 10% and two seats in Diekirch which means they no longer have a majority the LSAP became the strongest party in Ettelbruck with 36% of the vote thereby overtaking the CSV and incumbent Mayor Jean-Paul Schaaf the LSAP and Mayor Frank Arendt lost one seat which means that both parties now hold five seats Luxembourg's largest municipality in terms of territory Tom Faber was the winner in Redange-sur-Attert which voted according to the proportional representation system for a first time Incumbent Mayor Henri Gerekens came in second things are not what they seem.27/09/2015Share(JB) Of all the legends in Luxembourg whose origins date back to ancient times and are linked to the spirits of the water Similar characters were acknowledged in a number of regions in Luxembourg and in several European countries But nowhere celebrates the legend quite like Redange-sur-Attert for whom the character has become an emblem Don't let the Kropemann's shaggy and wild appearance put you off - he was designed to be feared as a protector of the landscape and environment it was widely held that he protected plantlife along streams and prevented village wells from becoming contaminated The legend of the Kropeman is today celebrated in the canton with a festival. This year's festival takes place on September 27, from 10am to 7pm. To find out more, visit www.kropemannsfest.lu The first break-in took place in a house in Cessange at some point between 6pm and 11.30pm a home invader attempted to break into a single-family home in Kopstal one of the residents was home and heard the burglar attempting to break in The latter fled the scene as a consequence A break-in was also reported in a house in Préizerdaul between 7pm and 10.50pm another burglary occurred in Redange-sur-Attert.