On 10 October 2026, Esch-sur-Alzette hosts a poetic walking tour following the traces of words and metal. This guided walk invites visitors to discover the city through a literary lens, where steel-making history meets contemporary poetic expression.

Esch, European Capital of Culture in 2022, has transformed its industrial past into creative ground. The route winds through working-class neighbourhoods and converted industrial sites, where wall poems and art installations dialogue with metallurgical remnants. The event appeals to literature lovers and those curious about poetic urbanism alike.

From Gaume, allow around 35 minutes by car via the A28. Wear comfortable shoes for this walk combining old cobblestones and renovated spaces. Consider extending your visit to Belval and its blast furnaces transformed into a cultural hub.