Clausen, Luxembourg

Clausen (Luxembourgish pronunciation: [ˈklɑʊzən] ) is a quarter in central Luxembourg City, in southern Luxembourg. Clausen is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in the city of Luxembourg with its earlier history tying back to that of the breweries in the area during the 12th century. It is now a hot spot for nightlife with a number of trendy bars and restaurants.

Clausen
Quarter
Clausen is one of 24 quarters in Luxembourg City
Coordinates: 49.611°N 6.136°E / 49.611; 6.136
CountryLuxembourg
CommuneLuxembourg City
Area
  Total0.3606 km2 (0.1392 sq mi)
Population
 (31 December 2022)
  Total1,060
  Density2,900/km2 (7,600/sq mi)
Nationality
  Luxembourgish25.73%
  Other74.27%
WebsiteClausen

As of 31 December 2022, the quarter has a population of 1060 inhabitants, of whom 25.75% possessed Luxembourgish nationality, and 74.25% were of other nationalities.

Its parish church, St. Cunegonde, is the location for Luxembourg's weekly celebration of Tridentine Mass on Sundays at 11.30 a.m. as of 5 October 2014.

The church has a number of notable wall paintings depicting the life of St. Cunegonde.

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