Canton
Redange
Portrait
of the canton
Canton Redange is located in the north of Luxembourg. With an area of 267 km² and 21,442 inhabitants (2025), it has a low population density and is strongly rural in character. Canton Redange is often referred to as the “Wild West” of Luxembourg.
Near Napoleongaart, Heispelt, Municipality of Groussbus-Wal
Landscape
The canton is part of both the Ardennes and the Gutland regions and offers geological diversity with slate, sandstone, and colorful sandstone. The rivers Sûre and Attert shape the landscape. In the north, the canton is characterized by its high and seemingly endless hills; in the south, by its picturesque valleys and gently hilly terrain.
Near Beckerich, Municipality of Beckerich
History
An early Roman presence in the canton is proven by a Roman mosaic discovered in Vichten, which is now exhibited at the National Museum in Luxembourg City.
The medieval heritage is clearly visible in the Useldange Castle.
Over the centuries, Canton Redange developed through trade, agriculture, and craftsmanship. Oil mills and grain mills played an important role in its economic growth.
The mills of Beckerich and the slate industry in Martelange-Haut illustrate the economic development of the canton in an authentic rural setting.
Canton Redange is also the birthplace of Nicolas Grang, who took part in expeditions to the Congo with Henry Morton Stanley at the end of the 19th century. Today, a street in Buschrodt is still named after him.
Useldange castle, Municipality of Useldange
Vichten, Municipality of Vichten
The mill of Beckerich, Muncipality of Beckerich
Jhangeli train, Niederpallen, Muncipality of Redange
Culture
Canton Redange is rich in traditions. The local drink Maitrank—an old recipe made from Luxembourg white wine, cognac, and woodruff—is still served in many cafés and at local festivals for its mood-enhancing effects.
The Kropemann Festival, held every year in Redange, is a folkloric element of the canton’s identity. According to legend, the Kropemann is a creature that pulls children into wells. This legend was told to keep children away from water.
Canton Redange is also the birthplace of a key figure in European politics, Jean‑Claude Juncker, long-serving Prime Minister of Luxembourg and former President of the European Commission.
Statue of the Kropemann by Jef Claerhout, Redange, Municipality of Redange
Attractions
Today,
visitors discover castles and fortresses such as Useldange Castle, Kolpach
Castle, and Tuchelbach Castle, as well as charming villages like
Beckerich, Rindschleiden, and Arsdorf.
The former Jangeli railway line has been converted into a cycling routes and is now a popular leisure activity in the canton.
Rindschleiden, Municipality of Groussbus-Wal
Colpach, Municipality of Ell
Turelbaach, Municipality of Groussbus-Wal