National Museum of Natural History

Overview

The National Museum of Natural History (natur musee) sits in the Grund quarter and offers hands-on science exhibits spanning geology, zoology, ecology, and space.

Highlights

• Science Center: Interactive experiments on light, sound, and magnetism - popular with families.
• Paleontology Hall: Fossils from the Luxembourg Jurassic, including marine reptile casts.
• Living Exhibits: Terrariums and aquaria with native species.

History

Established in 1854, the museum was relocated to the former Hospice Saint-Jean in the Grund in 1996. It underwent a full renovation in 2015, adding a modern Science Center wing.

Visitor Tips

• Tip 1: Ideal for a rainy day with children; most exhibits are bilingual (French/German).
• Tip 2: The rooftop terrace has views over the Grund rooftops.
• Duration: 1-1.5 hours.