Canton
Remich
Portrait
of the canton
Canton Remich is located in the east of Luxembourg. It has one official city: Remich. With around 24,608 inhabitants (2025) spread over 172 km², the canton is part of the southernmost region of the Luxembourg Moselle wine region and is world-famous for the municipality of Schengen. The canton is characterized by plateaus and vineyards.
Vineyards, Schwebsange, Municipality of Schengen
Vineyards near Canach, Municipality of Lenningen
Port of Bech-Kleinmacher, Municipality of Schengen
Landscape
The soil of the canton consists of Keuper and limestone, which, in combination with the Moselle, provide ideal conditions for wine and vineyards. The local microclimate and rich soils make Canton Remich, together with Canton Grevenmacher, famous for AOP wines and Crémant de Luxembourg. A unique site in Canton Remich is the Biodiversum, a protected nature reserve that combines the rocky areas and biodiversity of the Moselle Valley with nature-connected architecture.
Vineyards next to the Moselle, Greiveldange, Municipality of Stadtbredimus
Nature center in the Biodiversum nature reserve, Remerschen, Municipality of Schengen
The hill "Fëlsbierg", Wintrange, Muncipality of Schengen
History
People
have settled in Canton Remich since the Bronze Age. In Schwebsange, graves were discovered dating back to between 1250 and 750 BC. The Romans
also settled along the Moselle River and cultivated vineyards, laying the
foundation for today’s wine culture. Today, you can still see an ancient Roman
burial chamber in Bech-Kleinmacher or a Gallo-Roman theater in Dalheim.
Roman tomb, Bech-Kleinmacher, Municipality of Schengen
Gallo-Roman Theater, Dalheim, Municipality of Dalheim
The city of Remich was an important trading city along the Moselle for centuries. It had fortifications, and the church tower of Remich was built on the remains of an ancient Roman watchtower. You can still see arrow slits in the tower, as it was used for defensive purposes. There was also a castle where, according to legend, Saint Cunibert—a Frankish aristocrat—once lived. The castle was located where the town hall and school stand today. In 852, a battle between Vikings and Franks took place in Remich. The city was known for centuries for fishing and shipping, which visitors can still see today near the Porte Saint-Nicolas, the patron saint of shipping and fishing.
Church tower of Remich, City of Remich
Porte St Nicolas, City of Remich
In the 19th century, Remich also had a plaster factory and a tannery.
Typical towns like Bech-Kleinmacher and Greiveldange reflect the typical Moselle architecture—a mirror of the region’s artisan traditions.
"A Possen" Museum, Bech-Kleinmacher, Municipality of Schengen
Wellenstein, Municipality of Schengen
The municipality of Schengen, located at the tripoint with France and Germany, became world-famous in 1985 with the Schengen Agreement. The village is also known for its castle, which dates back to the 14th century. Today, only a tower remains of the old castle, next to the newer castle from the 19th century.
Schengen-Monument, Municipality of Schengen
The castle of Schengen, Municipality of Schengen
Culture
Today, Canton Remich combines nature, savoir-vivre, and architecture: the Tuscany of Northern Europe, with Moselle wines. The city of Remich welcomes visitors with its picturesque old town streets and the flair of the Moselle Riviera.
Typical alley in the city of Remich
The Domaine thermal in Mondorf-les-Bains is the only thermal bath in Luxembourg and symbolizes the canton’s focus on well-being. In Mondorf-les-Bains, you can also discover sculptures by famous Luxembourgish artists in the thermal park.
Thermal baths in Mondorf-les-Bains, Municipality of Mondorf-les-Bains
Sculpture by Lucien Wercollier, Thermal Park, Municipality of Mondorf-les-Bains
Among the notable personalities from the canton are the internationally renowned architect François Valentiny, the writer and feuilletonist Batty Weber, and, of course, John Grün, who was once the strongest man in the world.
Valentiny Foundation, Remerschen, Municipality of Schengen
Attractions
With cycling and hiking trails along the Moselle, wine tastings, impressive Roman remains in Dalheim, festivals like the Bacchus Festival and the Hunnefeier, as well as sculptures by Wil Lofy, Canton Remich is a beloved and enjoyable place.
Canton Remich is popular for oenotourism, which is becoming increasingly popular. Here, you can also enjoy many water activities, such as water skiing or a boat tour.
The Bacchus Fountain by Wil Lofy, City of Remich
Mouse Kätti fountain by Wil Lofy, Mondorf-les-Bains, Mondorf-les-Bains