Living in Luxembourg: Focus on the District of Luxembourg Bonnevoie

Moving to Luxembourg Bonnnevoie

Local shops and supermarkets, primary and secondary schools within walking distance, quality sports and cultural facilities: it is not surprising that Bonnevoie attracts families wishing to settle in the capital without losing quality of life. 

School and sports facilities

For sure, school will not be a problem. The district has two schools (cycles 1 to 4) and a technical high school, and it is well-connected to the other sectors of the capital (if you have to travel to attend another school or to get to work): Bonnevoie is served by 5 urban bus lines, with a total of 43 stops in the district. There are also five vel'Oh stations. It is therefore very easy to take advantage of the many sports facilities: stadium, tennis complex, swimming pool with several pools, gymnasium, but also open-air fitness areas with free access... Not forgetting the pleasant park of the water tower and the squares where you can take a walk to get some fresh air or enjoy a break...

Cultural sites and leisure activities

Whether for young people, to whom the meeting centres, a music school and a cultural centre are dedicated, or for adults, the cultural leisure offer is extensive. And the main site is also a place of heritage: the former 19^th century railway roundhouses have been transformed into an artistic creation centre with a convivial space (bar). The place has become a “trendy” meeting place for all Luxembourgers. In addition, there are three theatres and a concert hall in Luxembourg Bonnevoie.

But culture is also synonymous with tradition. Every year, the district celebrates the Brandon festival on the Sunday following carnival. Moreover, in another register, community gardens have been laid out which contribute to conviviality (and to the legitimate concern for sustainable development), a spirit which can be found at the flea markets and in the various other markets which punctuate the life of the inhabitants every week and where everybody meet…

Luxembourg Real Estate: Prices in the Luxembourg Bonnevoie District

Although considered very popular after the Second World War, the Bonnevoie district has become more residential with the arrival of many middle-class families. Property prices in both the north and south of the district remain competitive compared to other sectors of the capital.

The history of the Luxembourg Bonnevoie district

Now accounting for some 13% of the capital's population, the Luxembourg Bonnevoie district continues to grow. Ten years ago, it had only 12,000 inhabitants, today the district counts 17,700. This is a sign of vitality, both in the historic north (Verlorenkost), where a fortified gateway was built, and was destroyed in 1807 by a gunpowder explosion, and in the south, which developed in the 20th century.

However, the term Bonnevoie and its origins date back to the 12th century, when a monastery with Cistercian nuns was established. With the monastery gone, a new era began with the construction of the railway and the opening of the first station in 1859. Later, the construction of the railway roundhouses symbolised the modernisation of this part of the capital.

With the fortifications also gone, Bonnevoie became a working-class district, ensuring the transition between the old centre and the dynamic towns of the Alzette valley... In 1888 the first parish church was consecrated, serving the new district. Bombed out, it was rebuilt after the Second World War under the protection of “Mary, Queen of Peace”.

Reputedly cosmopolitan, popular and with a high proportion of social housing a few decades ago, Bonnevoie now attracts new middle-class families who appreciate its colourful houses, its liveliness and its green spaces.

Come and visit, you will understand why Bonnevoie is so well named!