Viewpoint · UNESCO
Chemin de la Corniche
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
A walkway along the old ramparts, called the most beautiful balcony in Europe.
Historic site · Luxembourg · Luxembourg
Bock Casemates
Miles of tunnels carved into the cliffs, once used to defend the city.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 60 min
For storytellers
Why Bock Casemates matters
The Bock Casemates are a network of tunnels dug into the rock beneath the old fortress. They were used for defence and shelter, and today you can walk through dark galleries with windows that open onto the gorge. The view from the openings is superb.
Talking points
- The tunnels are carved into the rock.
- Windows open onto the valley.
- They are part of the UNESCO-listed fortifications.
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