Summer holiday 2027
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Summer holiday
The summer holiday 2027 runs from 16 July to 14 September.
The summer break runs from mid-July to mid-September, spanning roughly eight weeks. It is the longest school holiday period in Luxembourg.
The country comes alive with festivals, outdoor markets and sporting events throughout the summer. Summer temperatures generally range between 20 and 30 degrees, providing ideal conditions for outdoor activities.
National Day on 23 June often sets the tone for the summer mood with its fireworks and celebrations. Life largely moves outdoors during this period, into parks, onto terraces and along the waterways.
Activities during the summer holiday
The Schueberfouer, an iconic annual fair, opens in late August on the Glacis in Luxembourg City and draws visitors from across the Greater Region. Outdoor pools, campsites along the Sauer river and national cycling paths offer family-friendly leisure.
The Wiltz Festival, Nuits de la Culture and numerous open-air concerts enliven the cultural summer. The Moselle wine route offers cremant and riesling tastings in open cellars throughout the summer.
The Upper Sure lake is the most popular bathing spot in the country, with maintained beaches and monitored water quality. History enthusiasts will enjoy an extended visit to the Bock Casemates and the old town fortifications, which are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Practical info about the summer holiday
Many families travel in July and August, making some tourist areas busier. Holiday camps and sports courses are offered by many municipalities.
Free public transport makes getting around in summer easy. Registration for holiday camps often opens in spring, and places in the most popular programmes fill up quickly.
The cheque-service accueil (CSA) system allows families to benefit from reduced rates for childcare and leisure activities. Some restaurants and small shops close for two to three weeks in August for their own holidays, particularly outside the capital.
Did you know this about the summer holiday?
The Schueberfouer has existed since 1340, making it one of the oldest fairs in Europe. It starts in late August and lasts about three weeks.
With 47% of residents holding a foreign nationality, many families use the summer to visit their home countries. The fair was founded by John the Blind, Count of Luxembourg and King of Bohemia, by royal charter.
Today the Schueberfouer attracts around two million visitors each year, with more than 200 rides and food stalls. Luxembourg has the highest GDP per capita in the European Union, which contributes to the wide range of leisure options available during the summer.