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Prince Charles of Luxembourg unveils new tree during World Scout Day event

The Hereditary Grand Ducal family of Luxembourg took part in an event celebrating World Scout day.  On Tuesday, Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume, Hereditary Grand Duchess Stéphanie and their son, Prince Charles, arrived at Dräi Eechelen, a park in Luxembourg City. The Royals were accompanied by Ms Lydie Polfer, Mayor of Luxembourg City. The ceremony has been organised by Scouting in…
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Happiness in the dark: the Luxembourg year brought the joy we needed in the royal world

The end of the year is fast approaching, marking the end of the second calendar the world spent flipping anxiously while worrying about health safety restrictions.  Despite the uncertainty, it was a year of mostly happy things for the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. On February 14th, Grand Duke Henri and Grand Duchess Maria Teresa celebrated their ruby wedding anniversary. To mark the…
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Luxembourg's royals visit art exhibition

The Luxembourgish Grand Ducal Family closed the week by revisiting the exhibition “Viv(r)e la matière” (“Live the material”).  The exhibition spreads through the four floors of the 19Liberté building, which Grand Duke Guillaume and Grand Duchess Stéphanie…
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Grand Duchess Maria Teresa of Luxembourg receives medal from Principality of Asturias

Because her native land is a Spanish-speaking country, Grand Duchess Maria Teresa of Luxembourg has always maintained an excellent relationship with all Spanish-speaking countries around the world.  On Friday, 19 November, Her Royal Highness saw her efforts recognised with the medal “Protector Regio” of the Royal Nobility Corps of the Principality of Asturias. Protector Regio is Latin for…
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Guillaume at 40: causes close to his heart

Throughout adulthood, the Hereditary Grand Duke of Luxembourg has shown his interest and support both in his country and worldwide. Of course, as the heir to the Grand Duchy, his primary duties are the representation of Luxembourg. Since 2001, he has been the Honourary…
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As he turns 40, how is Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume of Luxembourg preparing to become sovereign?

On 18 December 2000, 19-year-old Prince Guillaume got his moment in the spotlight when he got sworn in as Hereditary Grand Duke of Luxembourg.  Since then, His Royal Highness has been preparing for his duties as sovereign of the small Grand Duchy in central Europe.  Like most heads of state around the world, the Grand Duke of Luxembourg is also the Chief of the Armed Forces. In preparation…
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