Belval is not just one of the largest urban development projects in Europe, it is also one of the most ambitious projects,» thus summed up the Head of Research Department who supervises the Belval project about this adventure, which started over ten years ago. What does it consist of? Why 2015 is a pivotal year? A flash back on one of the most beautiful urban development visions in recent years.
Between the past and the future
Between the city of Luxembourg and the French border, the communes of Esch-sur-Alzette and Sanem have sheltered the flagship industries of Luxembourg for nearly a century. During the closure of last blast furnaces in the 90s, 120 hectares were released. This area, which is particularly well connected by road and rail, and which...
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