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Luxembourg gets a new ruler: see how Grand Duke Guillaume took the throne on a day of royal history

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3rd October 2025
Luxembourg has a brand new Grand Duke following the abdication of the royal who had reigned there for a quarter of a century. Grand Duke Henri stood aside in favour of his eldest son, now Grand Duke Guillaume. The first official events included the abdication, the accession and swearing in of the new Grand Duke and a balcony appearance. A gala dinner is still to come. Here are some of…
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On the eve of his accession, Luxembourg's soon to be Grand Duke is immortalised on canvas

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2nd October 2025
The first official painted portraits of Luxembourg’s soon to be ruler have been released on the anniversary of his accession. With just hours to go until Prince Guillaume becomes Grand Duke, three paintings have been unveiled which will act as official portraits of the new Head of State and of his consort, Princess Stephanie. Louise Pragnell. Cour Grand Ducale The first shows…
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Luxembourg

Royal guest list revealed for abdication in Luxembourg as final countdown begins

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15th September 2025
The royal guest list for the abdication of Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg has been revealed with just under three weeks to go until he hands over his throne to his eldest son. And it will be a family affair in more ways than one for the Grand Duke who will step aside on October 3 2025 after almost 25 years. He will be joined by his cousin, King Philippe of the Belgians, as he signs the…
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Luxembourg

This royal isn't letting the small matter of an abdication stop his plans for a big jubilee

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1st May 2025
The Grand Duke of Luxembourg has announced celebrations for his Silver Jubilee – even though he will actually abdicate before completing twenty five years on the throne. Grand Duke Henri will enjoy three days of celebrations for a quarter of a century of rule in June this year. However, he actually doesn’t complete the 25 years until October 8 this year. And by then, he will have…
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