Photogallery of Echternach, Luxemburg

Echternach is the central settlement in the canton of Echternach in Luxembourg. This town is situated on the bank of the picturesque Sauer River. By the way, this river forms a natural border with Germany. The town is not big – its population is only around five thousand people. Nevertheless, Echternach greets thousands of tourists who come to this lovely settlement from different parts of the world every year. Echternach is a charming place that pleases its guests not only with beautiful nature but also with interesting landmarks. According to historical data, the first settlement in this area appeared yet during prehistoric times. During the Roman epoch, there was a big villa here. It belonged to a rich noble. Unfortunately, archaeologists still do not know anything about that person. At the end of the 7th century, the town and abbey appeared in the area thanks to the efforts of an Irish monk. A bit later, the first basilica was built here. In the 30s of the 13th century, Echternach officially became a town. Starting from that period, the settlement had to surround its territory with a wall, the total length of which was two kilometers. Several guardian towers appeared on the perimeter of the wall. The Town Hall building was erected not far from the basilica. The Town Hall has remained the main symbol of the town until modern times. Echternach got its “symbol” in the 30s of the 13th century. Almost one and a half century later, the abbot occupied the building, … Read further