Media: staying informed and entertained

Find the main media outlets in Luxembourg to keep up to date with life, news, and major events in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, the Greater Region, or more broadly in Europe and around the world.

Due to the multiplicity of nationalities and cultural diversity present in Luxembourg, there are many media outlets specific to each community. Here we will only mention the main newspapers and radio stations, which broadcast in the country's main languages: Luxembourgish, German, French, English, and Portuguese.

Print and electronic media in Luxembourg

Daily newspapers are available in print at newsstands (KIOSK stores), but can also be accessed directly on the internet. You can also subscribe to their email newsletters.

A diverse and multilingual media ecosystem

The press was traditionally published in German. In recent years, with the arrival of many immigrants, it has diversified into other languages beyond the other official languages such as French and Luxembourgish. Today, there are also many English-language media outlets such as Delano and the Luxembourg Times, as well as Portuguese-language newspapers such as Contacto and other less common and more community-based languages.

A press supported by subsidies

The Luxembourg government plays an active role in supporting the print media. Subsidies are granted to newspapers and magazines to ensure diversity of opinion and the sustainability of the sector. This support reflects a strong commitment to maintaining a free press that is accessible to all.

Daily press in Luxembourg

To keep up to date with news in Luxembourg and the Greater Region, check out the following newspapers:

Luxemburger Wort, the leading newspaper in Luxembourg

Wort in German

The "Wort" is Luxembourg's leading daily newspaper with over 137,000 readers, representing 25.7% of the population. Published since 1848 by the Groupe Saint-Paul, a Luxembourg publishing company, it was recently acquired by a Belgian press group, Mediahuis. It covers all the latest Luxembourg and international news.

Virgule in French

Launched in September 2022, this newspaper is the French-language version of the Luxemburger Wort. Dedicated to Luxembourg's French-speaking community, it covers all regional, national, and international news. It also features extensive coverage of the Greater Region.

Contacto in Portuguese

Contacto is the Luxemburger Wort in Portuguese, dedicated to Luxembourg's large Portuguese-speaking community. It has a readership of 42,600.

L'Essentiel in French

With 104,500 daily readers, L'Essentiel covers 19.6% of the population. Distributed free of charge, it provides all the essential news from Luxembourg and around the world in French. L'Essentiel is also available in English on the app, which can be downloaded from the App Store and Google Play.

L'Essentiel also has an FM radio station.

Tageblatt in German

Tageblatt has 35,800 readers, representing 6.7% of the population. It covers all the latest news from Luxembourg and around the world. Some articles are available in French.

Le Quotidien in French

Le Quotidien has had 20,000 readers every day since 2001. It is distributed throughout Luxembourg and covers news from Luxembourg and the Greater Region.

Zeitung vum Lëtzebuerger Vollek in Luxembourgish

It has a print readership of 7,500. There is no electronic version. The newspaper has a political slant. It is owned by the Luxembourg Communist Party.

Chronicle in English

Chronicle is an online newspaper for English-speaking communities and expatriates in Luxembourg. It provides local news about Luxembourg and the Greater Region.

Newspapers and magazines in print and online

Magazines and periodicals are usually available free of charge, either directly from certain retailers or by registering on their website.

Business magazines

Paperjam (English and French)

Paperjam has 58,100 readers in Luxembourg every month. This "Business zu Lëtzebuerg" magazine is the benchmark for economic and financial news in Luxembourg. It is also available in electronic format.

Published by the Maison Moderne group, it also offers a Paperjam Club, which brings together more than 1,000 companies and economic players in Luxembourg within its Business Club.

Luxembourg Times in English

This English-language newspaper is available online, providing information for the English-speaking community and expats in Luxembourg. Its editorial line focuses on business and economics for decision-makers. Several magazines have been launched to accompany the daily newspaper: Luxembourg Times Magazine, Expat Hub Magazine, and Why Luxembourg.

Merkur, magazine of the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce

Merkur is the magazine of the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce. It is published every two months and has 18,000 readers.

Delano, English-language magazine

Delano is the magazine for Luxembourg's international English-speaking community. It covers political, economic, and lifestyle news, with 10,000 copies printed across 11 issues per year. Delano is also available in electronic format.

Forbes Luxembourg

The latest addition to the Luxembourg media landscape, Forbes Luxembourg aims to be the media outlet for economics, finance, and entrepreneurship. It is now published exclusively in English.

Silicon Luxembourg

Silicon Luxembourg stands out for its commitment to supporting digital transformation in Luxembourg. Its independent editorial line is expressed in all areas: economics, politics, culture, entrepreneurship, and more.

Women's magazines in Luxembourg

Femmes Magazine (French)

This monthly women's magazine aims to reflect Luxembourg society. It is aimed at a higher socio-professional category. Also available in electronic format.

Janette (French), magazine for modern women

Janette targets young women and adopts a resolutely dynamic tone for today's active woman. Distributed free of charge in many stores, it can also be viewed online.

Elle.lu, international edition featuring influential women in Luxembourg

ELLE Luxembourg magazine, the latest addition to the women's press in Luxembourg, reprints articles from the Belgian edition of ELLE. What makes it special? It features women who matter in Luxembourg. Available in electronic format, it will be launched in print form with one magazine in June 2024 and another in October 2024. A must-read for all fans of ELLE magazine.

Other magazines in Luxembourg

City Magazine Luxembourg (bilingual French/English)

This is the official magazine of the City of Luxembourg for city and cultural information: theater, dance, music, conferences, events, exhibitions, cinema, etc. Free subscription

D'Letzebuerger Land (Luxembourgish)

D'Letzbuerger has 9,400 readers. This weekly magazine is independent and covers economic, political, and cultural news.

Woxx

Woxx has 10,800 readers and aims to be "the other weekly." Its publications are in Luxembourgish, French, and German. It is available at newsstands on Fridays.

Revue (German)

This general interest magazine in German has 44,700 readers. It aims to be a mirror of the country, with numerous sections rooted in the national heritage.

Télécran, TV magazine

Télécran is a weekly television magazine. Published in French, it lists television programs for 61,900 readers.

Lux Bazar, classified ads newspaper

Lux Bazar is a classified ads newspaper in Luxembourg. 26,300 readers

Automotive press

• LuxAuto: the leading media outlet for new and used vehicles on luxauto.lu
• Auto revue (German) electronic version: 49,200 readers
• Auto Moto (French) quarterly: 44,500 readers

Nature/environment press

• Regulus, Natur&Umwëllt ( Nature & Environment)magazine : 23,900 readers, published six times a year
• De Letzebuerger Bauer ( Luxembourgish): 13,900 readers - published by the Luxembourg Farmers' Union

Lifestyle magazines in Luxembourg

• Bold, lifestyle and urban magazine, published eight times a year with a circulation of 20,200 copies, distributed in doctors' and lawyers' waiting rooms, hairdressers, hospitals, notaries' offices, etc.
• Luxembourg Féminin, subscription-based, quarterly publication, high-end magazine
• Passaparola in Italian

Television and Audiovisual Media in Luxembourg

Importance of television and audiovisual media

Television is widely consumed in Luxembourg. Cable television distributed through telecom operators provides access to international channels. Luxembourg liberalized the audiovisual sector in the 1990s, allowing private players to establish themselves in the market. The Luxembourg-based RTL Group is a global leader in audiovisual media and operates in several countries.

Today, Luxembourg residents can choose from nearly a hundred television channels. More than 16% of the population watches the French channel TF1 every day. Just behind, the German channels ARD, RTL Television, and Pro-7 are watched by around 15% of the population. Belgian channels attract around 3% of viewers.

RTL Group - Radio and Television Luxembourg

The RTL Group is the leading media company in Luxembourg, with 76.2% of the population reaching its broadcasts. It is the long-standing player in television and radio in Luxembourg.

• RTL Radio Lëtzebuerg (Luxembourgish), the leading radio station with a following of 52.3% of the population, including 78,300 foreign residents
• RTL Télé Lëtzebuerg, the leading television channel, attracts nearly half of all residents, or 253,000 viewers, including 73,900 foreign residents. Its 30-minute evening news program is subtitled in German and French.
• RTL.lu, the leading internet media outlet with 47.4% of residents, or 244,000 visitors per week, including 72,300 foreign residents
• RTL Radio 93.3 and 97.0 in German

The group also offers apps, including RTL Play for on-demand audiovisual content: RTL Télé programs on demand, but also very useful for watching or rewatching the Luxembourgish series Capitani, also available on Netflix. An excellent series, which we highly recommend for understanding the ins and outs and hidden side of Luxembourg.

The RTL Luxembourg Group also covers the Postlaf An der Stad race.

The importance of radio in Luxembourg

Radio is a particularly popular medium in Luxembourg. It reaches around 90% of the population. It is available in several languages and covers a wide range of content, from news to entertainment. Stations such as RTL Radio Luxembourg play an important role, both locally and internationally.

These radio stations have also invested in digital platforms to reach a wider audience.

There are also:

• Eldoradio (Luxembourgish), 78,500 daily listeners. Music radio, contemporary music
• Lux Wort reaches 44.5% of residents
• L'Essentiel reaches 41% of residents, with 51,200 listeners.
• Radio 100.7, a public socio-cultural radio station with news, culture, music, event coverage, etc.
• Radio Ara, mainly in English, broadcasts music and various news items, interviews with guests
• Radio Latina is in Portuguese.

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