Every month, we invite you to hop aboard the “History Train” to (re)discover a piece of Luxembourg’s railway history. From anecdotes to major events, we’ll take you through the rich heritage of Luxembourg’s railways. In 1858, when construction began on the new Luxembourg Station—located at the time within the municipality of Hollerich—the railway network cut…

Assembled like a giant puzzle, the 34 new CFL Coradia trains are the result of a unique blend of craftsmanship, technical expertise, and cutting-edge technology. A visual and numerical journey into the “cathedral,” Alstom’s production unit located near Barcelona. Alstom’s factory in Santa Perpètua de Mogoda, about 23 km from Barcelona, is considered Spain’s first…

The Alsatian capital is full of attractions for a weekend combining discovery, outdoor activities, and fine dining. Just 1 hour and 45 minutes from Luxembourg by direct TGV, the former Argentoratum can be enjoyed year-round—from spring to autumn, and especially during the Christmas season. Here’s a quick overview of some great ideas to whet your…

Connected to major European rail corridors and economic centers, the Bettembourg-Dudelange intermodal terminal, operated by CFL terminals, is one of the cornerstones of logistics ‘made in Luxembourg.’ On site, the constant flow of trucks, the choreography of gantry cranes, and the movement of trains reflect the growing interest in this infrastructure. Industry, automotive, textile, pharmaceutical,…

The CFL and their contractors once again took advantage of the summer school holidays to carry out major engineering works on Luxembourg’s railway network. Transformation, expansion, maintenance… efforts were intensified to prepare for the mobility of tomorrow. Discover in pictures the main operations carried out between July 11 and September 14, 2025. Howald, at the…

The CFL continue their program to eliminate level crossings on the Luxembourg railway network. These operations enhance rail and road safety, while also improving user comfort. A good example is PN 59 in Milbech. Level crossings, where railway lines intersect with road infrastructure, remain potentially hazardous areas (especially if traffic rules are not followed). The…

Whether for work or school, the start of the new season often comes with new habits—and sometimes a bit of stress. Here are five tips to ensure your back-to-school train journeys in 2025 are safe and smooth. 1. Keep a safe distance from the safety line Marked near the edge of the platform, the safety…

It’s Monday morning, and between Roodt and Wecker, an unusual sight presents itself. Like a giant centipede, the Swietelsky RUS 1000 S crawls along the tracks, leaving behind nothing but brand-new rails. The operation of this machine—unique in Europe—is as impressive as the soundscape it creates, advancing at an average rate of 150 metres per…

Summer holidays traditionally offer many people the opportunity to escape the monotony of everyday life. One does not necessarily need to travel far and wide for a refreshing change of scenery — the variety of local activities proves just that. Not far from Pétange lies a hidden valley that was closely tied to the iron…