Luxembourg will open a national sports museum

The turbine halls of the Rout Lëns complex once supplied the region with energy, and in 2029 they will be a source of inspiration for new generations: the National Sports Museum of Luxembourg will open in Esch, on this emblematic industrial site. Its vision is not just to preserve the memory of sporting achievements, but to turn the building into a space of culture, socialisation and active living.

The project, valued at 30 million euros, was chosen after a long search for a suitable location: it was originally planned to be built in Lankelz in 2017, but difficult site conditions prevented its realisation. The museum's new home is an industrial building with a strong architectural character, whose restoration will begin in 2026.

The museum will occupy three levels with a total area of 2,500 m² and will focus on three key areas. Firstly, it will be a repository and transmitter of the country's sporting memory: from legendary athletes with their uniforms and trophies to the history of federations, clubs and the sporting values themselves - discipline, team spirit, fair play. The permanent exhibition will be accompanied by temporary exhibitions on topical issues, such as the connection between sport and health.

Secondly, the museum will play the role of an intellectual centre where conferences, round tables and meetings with experts will take place. These events will be a bridge between sport as a physical activity and sport as a phenomenon of social, historical and cultural importance. The Museum intends to create a platform to discuss current challenges, from the ethics of competition to issues of inclusivity in sport.

Finally, the facility will become an open house for sporting communities. Federations and clubs will be invited to hold their meetings, presentations, anniversaries or just gatherings here. This will strengthen the connection with the real sporting life of the country.

In addition to storing artefacts, the project will focus on youth outreach and interactivity. Educational programmes, digital installations and master classes are expected to be developed. In essence, the museum will be not so much a static gallery as a platform for learning, inspiration and uniting generations.