Panoramic Elevator of the Pfaffenthal

Where? 1, Montée du Pfaffenthal, L-2329 Luxembourg

The glass elevator connects the "Pescatore" park located in the city centre to the Pfaffenthal area at the bottom of the Alzette valley. The ride in the glass elevator features sweeping views (71m high) for pedestrians and cyclists alike.

There is a new way to explore Luxembourg since Europe’s most modern tram service and a new funicular railway started service in December 2017. The tram runs along the prestigious avenue J.F. Kennedy in the Kirchberg area, and is served by the Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg funicular which provides a link to the national train network. A few minutes’ walk through the valley from this train station brings you to a stunning panoramic lift to the upper town centre. Once at the top, you’re only a short walk from the old town, a Unesco world heritage site. Thus you move from the ultra-modern to the historic in just a few minutes.

The glass elevator connects the "Pescatore" park located in the city centre to the Pfaffenthal area at the bottom of the Alzette valley. The ride in the glass elevator features sweeping views (71m high) for pedestrians and cyclists alike.

Using the elevator is free of charge.

Opening hours

Opening hours are subject to change. Please check them before your visit in order to be sure.
Saturday13.06.2026 : 05:45 - 01:00
Sunday14.06.2026 : 05:45 - 01:00
Monday15.06.2026 : 05:45 - 01:00
Tuesday16.06.2026 : 05:45 - 01:00
Wednesday17.06.2026 : 05:45 - 01:00
Thursday18.06.2026 : 05:45 - 01:00
Friday19.06.2026 : 05:45 - 01:00

Every first monday of the month, the elevator is out of order due to maintenance (from 9.00 am till 5.45 am the following day).

Comfort & accessibility

  • Disabled parking space available in Pfaffenthal 
  • All areas are accessible without steps 
  • Elevator movement space: 250 cm x 400 cm 
  • Public ladies' and men's restrooms available 
  • Elevator controls tactilely accessible 

Contact

Address: Panoramic Elevator of the Pfaffenthal
1, Montée du Pfaffenthal
L-2329 Luxembourg
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