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Coliving as the lifestyle of the future!
Since the very start we have been exclusively specialized in Coliving, creating homes for international professionals looking for long-term stays. We carefully interview and vet our community to make sure we can offer quality standards among tenant and include professional maintenance and cleaning with all our rooms.
This month we launch VaubanFlexi, which opens coliving up to a much broader audience who still want to take advantage of our awesome services and make friends and connections quickly but who need more flexibility and less commitment while in the Grand Duchy.
VaubanFlexi focuses on digital nomads and international professionals who are in town for shorter periods of time. The goal is to offer a viable alternative to AirBnB and hotels which can be expensive and impersonal.
Images above are from our latest project, Marco Polo, which will go live from 25/10/21. Located in the heart of Belair, this little gem has everything you need and is still walking distance to the town centre. Just get in touch with us and get yourself going. We’re excited to welcome you.
Vauban & Fort offers private rooms and properties in coliving spaces that actually feel like home and have great flatmates to share them with. We screen potential tenants and help you match with flatmates who share your living preferences and interests. Vauban & Fort offers great Coliving experiences by design, not by accident. Talk to us and find out why we are top rated on social media.
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September marks the 6th anniversary of Vauban&Fort.
Since 2015 we have been exclusively specialized in Coliving and have continuously driven its development in the Grand Duchy. As one of the Coliving pioneers long before it became a buzzword, it’s been an extraordinary journey from a single apartment in Kirchberg to managing a portfolio of properties across the city and creating vibrant, dynamic communities and coliving spaces.
This would not have been possible without an excellent team made up of vibrant personalities, committed professionals and a lot of know-how. We would also like to thank the numerous property owners who have taken advantage of our game-changing property management. Our <total property management> free of charge has been the backbone of our success and continues to see strong growth as owners realize the benefits of a reputable Coliving operator. None of our current successes would have been possible without our partners and countless hours of hard work.
Many thanks to all of you.
As we get into our 7th year our main goals are all set on a strong growth of our property profile, adding additional services to our tenants and continuing the win-win situation for both parties in the rental market.
Vauban & Fort offers private rooms and properties in coliving spaces that actually feel like home and have great flatmates to share them with. We screen potential tenants and help you match with flatmates who share your living preferences and interests. Vauban & Fort offers great Coliving experiences by design, not by accident. Talk to us and find out why we are top rated on social media.
Find your next home with Vauban&Fort.
Located in the north-east of Luxembourg city, Kirchberg is one of the most modern neighbourhoods in town. This locality is a perfect cocktail of art, business, history, and culture. Known locally as the European Quarter, Kirchberg plays host to several European Union institutions, international banks, as well as the University of Luxembourg.
Due to being a business hub, Kirchberg has a variety of restaurants, bars, and pubs residents can hang out at. This neighbourhood is also touted for its leisure facilities such as the d’Coque Sports Complex, that helps residents keep close tabs on their health.
All in all, if you’re someone looking for a calm respite away from the tourist hubspots of Luxembourg city, Kirchberg might be the neighbourhood for you.
Limpertsberg is another one of Luxembourg’s highly sought after areas. There are numerous reasons for this, including its excellent schools but also its more residential character, many cool bars (Tramways and Gotham) and its outstanding connection to pretty much everywhere, including Kirchberg.
Limpertberg is located right next to Glacis. This is also where since the 14th century the Schueberfouer happens. The locality sees a huge influx of students and young professionals, and is home to beautiful old houses, lots of green spaces, and some of the most beautiful parks in the city.
Limpertsberg is perfect for Coliving and although this area is pricey we have several cool apartments there.
The Petrusse Valley is an idyllic green oasis in the very centre of Luxembourg—a goldmine for nature lovers. The valley is surrounded by a ravine, at the bottom of which runs a quiet river. Dense willow trees, green hills, and steep slopes characterise the valley’s picturesque landscape. The area is currently undergoing a nature restoration project that aims to promote biodiversity and limit flooding. The plan also includes the development of relaxation areas, playgrounds, and other amenities that will make living in Petrusse more pleasant.
If you’re someone that wishes to stay away from the hullabaloo of the city centre, Petrusse is just perfect for you. It follows the motto of ‘more ecology, less concrete.’ All properties in and around Petrusse are highly sought after.
A former working class district, Bonnevoie has changed quite a bit over recent years. Today, the area is described as bohemian, hip, and up-coming. Houses here are colourful and vibrant, and quality of life is high. Bonnevoie is located just south of Luxembourg City’s central railway station, making it extremely accessible to other towns, cities, and even countries. This neighbourhood is becoming highly sought-after for families and students from all backgrounds.
Residents in Bonnevoie benefit from its excellent Spa complex and swimming pool, as well as its Football Club. Bonnevoie also plays host to a number of specialty food shops from Greece, South America, India, Portugal, and more. In addition, the neighbourhood’s got shops for your daily grocery needs, as well as stores you can window shop at.
The Gasperich neighbourhood is on the path to becoming one of the most sought after districts of Luxembourg city. The area is attracting big corporations, as well as locals and expats from across the globe. As for housing, the neighbourhood is undergoing major changes, and a variety of new apartment buildings have cropped up here since 2019.
This locality boasts of a number of restaurants and bars, along with a few schools, making it a perfect fit for both youngsters and families alike. It also has another lovely bakery, the famous ‘Pain de Marie’ and altogether this is just a great residential area where many expats have found a new home. And as if that weren’t enough, Gasperich is well-connected by public transportation, too.
For all shopping needs, residents can visit Cloche d’Or. One of the biggest shopping centers in the city, here, one can find a variety of big-name brand retailers, hypermarkets, grocery stores, and leisure facilities.
While these are 5 of the best neighbourhoods in Luxembourg, this list is anything but complete. Some other localities that are great to live in are Cessange, Pfaffenthal, and Belair. And again, no neighbourhood in Luxembourg can be categorised as good or bad. In the end, it all depends on your budget, and the kind of experience you’re seeking to have.
Vauban & Fort offers private rooms and properties in coliving spaces that actually feel like home and have great flatmates to share them with. We screen potential tenants and help you match with flatmates who share your living preferences and interests. Vauban & Fort offers great Coliving experiences by design, not by accident. Talk to us and find out why we are top rated on social media.
Find your next home with Vauban&Fort.
Healthcare in Luxembourg is covered by the Caisse Nationale de Santé (CNS). Chances are that as an expat, if you are employed you are normally affiliated to the ‘Private Employees Health Office’ (Caisse de Maladie des Employés Privés) unless you work for the Luxembourg state.
Once your employer has registered you, a form is sent to you by the CCSS requesting details of all family members and dependents so they can be included on the social security insurance. A social security card (Carte de Sécurité Sociale- CCSS) is then issued to the insured and each dependent by post. This card must be taken with you to any medical visits to ensure reimbursement is carried out seamlessly.
If you are self-employed, you will first have to register with the CCSS to gain access to CNS.
In Luxembourg, the following persons can be covered primary insured, regardless of whether he or she is from an EU Member state or not:
Most medical and hospital care as well as medication is covered, but some drugs may require prior authorization from the CNS or its Medical Board (CMSS). Doctors and dentists must comply with rates fixed by the CNS. Reimbursement for doctors is 100% for children under 18 years and 88% for adults.
Some medical services are not covered by the CNS (e.g. purely cosmetic surgery). For these procedures, the hospital costs incurred are not covered either.
Hospital costs such as beds are directly covered by the CNS, adults over 18 years need to pay a cost of 10-20 EUR/night. The CNS does not cover the cost of a private room.
As I had no hospital admission, all I had to do was submit my paid medical expenses as a reimbursement request in an envelope and send it to:
Caisse Nationale de Santé – Service Virements, 125 Route d’Esch L-1471 Luxembourg
As I was applying for reimbursement the first time, I also had to include my full name, address, 13-digit identification number and my bank details. Three weeks later, I was delighted to see that my expenses had been reimbursed.
Despite being new to the city, in the end I was pleasantly surprised by how seamlessly it all worked out with the CNS.
