European Archaeology Days: three days of immersion in Luxembourg's antiquities
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From 13 to 15 June 2025, Luxembourg will join an international initiative involving more than 30 European countries - the Journées européennes de l'archéologie (JEA). This is the first large-scale participation of the Grand Duchy in a project that opens access to research, finds and behind-the-scenes archaeological work to the general public. The events are organised under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture, the Council of Europe and INRA (National Institute for Archaeological Research).
The Minister of Culture, Eric Thill, highlighted the importance of the event: "These days allow us to showcase the richness of Luxembourg's archaeological heritage and the contribution of research teams and volunteers to the preservation of our history. It is an opportunity to rethink the roots of our society".
Three days - three routes to the past
The programme covers different regions of the country and eras, from the Iron Age to Roman civilisation. Entry is free and the programme is designed for both adults and children. Everything is built around the open-door principle: museum collections, archaeological excavations, lectures and thematic tours will be available to everyone.
13 June - start from Bertrange and Grevenmacher
14 June - Antiquity in the open air
15 June - Luxembourg, nature and museum
JEA is a rare chance to get on the other side of archaeological research. Visitors will see not only antiquities, but also the processes of their study, will be able to ask questions of experts and feel a living connection with the past. At a time when attention to historical memory is becoming increasingly important, such events become real cultural bridges between generations.
