The Belair district is one of the most fashionable and popular areas for new residents in the capital. The tranquillity of the area, only a few minutes from the city centre, makes it a popular neighbourhood. The same applies to the many recreational areas for young people and the excellent transport connections.

Belair is located in the west of the Upper Town and is surrounded by the districts of Merl in the southwest, Hollerich in the south and Rollingergrund/Belair-Nord in the north. It is undoubtedly one of the most popular areas. Many people seem to want to settle here nowadays, attracted by its tranquillity.

A rather young population

With its 11,494 inhabitants (as of 31 December 2018), Belair is one of the most densely populated districts in the capital. Indeed, its population is constantly increasing. It now accounts for almost 10 % of the City's population. The population is relatively young, with a slight majority of women. It is mainly composed of people aged between 25 and 48. In other words, they are young and active people of family-building age. Finally, the population of Belair is predominantly foreign (69 %) and characterised by cosmopolitanism. No less than 111 nationalities are present. Luxembourgers, French, Italians, Germans, Portuguese, Belgians, Spaniards and British are among those most represented.

An ideally located neighbourhood

Located between the Route d'Arlon to the north and the Route de Longwy to the south, the district is also bounded by the Avenue Guillaume on the south-eastern edge. However, Belair does not seem to suffer from the heavy traffic linked to these major roads. On the contrary, traffic within the district itself remains relatively limited. Belair enjoys the advantages of the city without suffering from its disadvantages. This is a great advantage for newcomers looking for a peaceful place to live.

Belair is also close to important sites such as the Josy Barthel Stadium and the Merl Park. A popular place for families with children.

Enhanced mobility

Proximity to these points of interest and to the city centre obviously means a greater range of mobility options. The district is particularly well served. Numerous city bus lines run through the area and there are no fewer than 43 stops. Six vel'OH! stations are also available to the district's residents. Cars have not been forgotten. Nine surface car parks are available and a 400-space P+R is located near the stadium. Finally, nearly 20 spaces are reserved for people with reduced mobility.

School facilities for young people

The population of the district is getting younger. It is therefore not surprising that there are many school facilities for the younger generation in the area. Belair has several schools. The Belair-Kayser and Belair-Diderich schools are spread over several buildings and cater for children in cycles 1 to 4. The Over the Rainbow International School offers bilingual French-English education for kindergarten, primary and secondary students. Two crèches and two school hostels complete the school offer and welcome toddlers or students after school.

Accessible sports and leisure

Another advantage of the district is its sports and leisure facilities. In addition to the football stadium, the athletics track and the throwing area, which attract the most athletic people, Belair has a swimming pool with a large pool. There is plenty of room for swimming for both experienced and inexperienced swimmers.

There is something for everyone in the neighbourhood. Fans of the little yellow ball can visit the Tennis Club Les Arquebusiers Belair Val Ste Croix. Sportsmen and women can also practice their favourite activity at the Belair-Merl sports complex or go to one of the two nearby gyms.

The strong point of Belair is undoubtedly its playgrounds for the youngest. There are seven of them, where you can play ball games or discover a fortress. A real adventure for the little ones.

Culture has not been forgotten. The Schéiss Cultural Centre, which hosts conferences, exhibitions, concerts and banquets, is located in the district and is also close to the Théâtre National du Luxembourg. 

Property prices on the rise

Every medal has its reverse side. Belair's residential vocation makes it an "upmarket neighbourhood". The quality of life and the offer of quality services and infrastructures have an impact on the price of real estate. Indeed, Belair is one of the most expensive neighbourhoods in the capital: an average of €10,000 per square metre to buy. However, this situation does not seem to repel the young households who are moving in en masse, in search of tranquillity and comfort.

A renewal for the neighbourhood

There is no shortage of projects in the Belair district. With the forthcoming relocation of the stadium, a whole area of the district (10 ha) must be rethought. The city has invited urban planners and architects to design the future of the area. A neighbourhood that will be residential and lively. New, varied and affordable housing should be created. Their number is still to be defined. However, no shopping centre or hypermarket is planned, but local shops, meeting places, sports complexes and playgrounds...

Some infrastructures are also benefiting from a small facelift. By the end of the year, the redevelopment of the Avenue des Archiducs and the allée Léopold Goebel will be completed. The pipes and water connections will be replaced. The street lighting, electrical cables and the road surface will also be replaced. These improvements should make the area even more attractive.