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Basic Training for Tourist Guides

Are you passionate about sharing Luxembourg’s rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural landscapes? Would you love to guide visitors from around the globe through the country’s hidden gems?

Then this training is for you! Get started and acquire the essential basics to become a tourist guide in Luxembourg.
 

This program prepares you to welcome all audiences professionally, handle unexpected situations, and embody the image of an open, accessible, and authentic Luxembourg. You will gain rich and varied knowledge about the country as a tourist destination.

Once you have completed this training, you can aquire the necessary knowledge of regional specificities — the regions Mullerthal, Guttland, Éislek, Minett, Moselle and the City of Luxembourg — in training offered by the regional tourism offices and the Luxembourg City Tourist Office.

Join a community of dedicated guides and become an ambassador of the Grand Duchy.
 

Ready to get started? Register now via this link. 

No spots left? No problem! Sign up for the waiting list to be informed as soon as a new training opens.

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What is the cost of this basic training?

The cost of the basic training is €150. The cost of a regional training (Guttland, Éislek, Mullerthal, Moselle and Minett regions) will be set by the respective region.

How long does the training take?

The basic training for tourist guides takes about 25 hours and includes an e-learning part and in-person sessions.

Where can I work as a tourist guide in Luxembourg?

The regional tourism offices (ORT) and the Luxembourg City Tourist Office (LCTO) offer the opportunity to work as a guide in their respective regions and in Luxembourg City. These bodies organize additional training to provide specific knowledge of the regions and the city.

The activity as a tourist guide is carried out under an agreement with the respective ORT or the LCTO. Agreements can be signed with several ORTs in order to conduct guided tours in different regions of the country.

In addition, many other players in the tourism sector — museums, nature parks, etc. — also offer opportunities to work as a guide.

The possibilities are numerous, varied, and enriching: every place, every encounter, every tour is a new adventure to share!

In Luxembourg, the activity of a tourist guide can be practiced freely: no mandatory training is required to start as an independent guide.

What happens after completing the basic training for tourist guides?

After completing the basic training provided by the House of Training and passing the final exam, you will receive a certificate. This certificate confirms the acquisition of fundamental knowledge about Luxembourg as a tourist destination and is a real asset for starting your career as a tourist guide.

When is the next regional training in my chosen region?

You will find all information about the regional modules on tourismacademy.lu or on the regional websites. The next training sessions in the regions Guttland, Éislek, Mullerthal, Moselle and the Minett will be organized in 2026 and 2027.

Is training necessary to become a tourist guide in Luxembourg?

The activity of a tourist guide in Luxembourg can be practiced freely: no training is mandatory to start in this field. However, this training programme will provide you with a wealth of knowledge to enthral your visitors.

Contact

Address: Ministry of Economy, General Directorate of Tourism
B.P. 86
L-2937 Luxembourg
E-Mail: tourism.academy@eco.etat.lu