Bag a bargain at the Braderie

Luxembourg City's traditional "Braderie", loosely translated as "rummage sale", takes place on Monday, but in the build-up to it at the weekend we'll already be able to find a bargain or two, with Sunday shopping as well.

In many shops the bargains begin on September 1 in the capital and indeed around the country, and on Sunday, September 4, most stores in the city will be open in the afternoon. Buses will be free too.

Then comes the big day on Monday, when about 400 traders, 13 associations and eight political parties will have stands along the streets near the Gare district.

Traffic

On Monday the area around the Gare will be blocked to traffic. In order to get there taking a bus is the best option, or hopping on a City "Vel'oh" bike. Those coming by car are advised to use the Park & Ride Bouillon car park not far from the end of Rue de Hollerich, with a regular passing bus service.

However, exceptionally the Place de l'Europe car park in Kirchberg and the Fort Wedell car park near the train station will offer free parking on Monday

Because of the Braderie disruption, some of the bus timetables have been altered slightly. For full details visit the website: mobiliteit.lu

Prizes

Although the Braderie is mostly about finding a good bargain, there will be several stands holding competitions to win many prizes, including an electric bike!

The City Braderie starts at 8am on Monday and runs until 7pm. However, the festivities will continue on Rue Glesener from 7pm for an after-Braderie celebration.

Why is the Braderie the same time as Schueberfouer?

In the early 20th century, shopkeepers in the capital complained that goods were also being sold at the Schueberfouer, arguing they were losing out on customers. As a solution, Luxembourg City hosted its first Braderie sale in 1929. Since then the Braderie is always scheduled to take place on a Monday during the Schueberfouer.