Holler, Luxembourg

Holler is a village in the commune of Weiswampach, in northern Luxembourg. As of 2010, the village had a population of 93.

Many of the houses in the village were built in the 17th and 18th centuries, and have been restored.[1]

History

Holler was first mentioned in a document dating from the year 893.[1]

Church

Holler Church

Holler is perhaps most notable for its small 12th century Romanesque-Gothic church, which is considered one of the most impressive in the Luxembourg Ardennes. It features high Gothic arches, palm vaulting, and frescoes dating from the 14th century. The church is classified as a historical monument.

Economy

The economy is dominated by agriculture, mostly potatoes. The seed potatoes are exported as far as Africa.

Footnotes

  1. 1 2 "Holler" (in French). Retrieved 2013-02-01.

See also

Architecture of Luxembourg

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Coordinates: 50°07′25″N 6°02′58″E / 50.12361°N 6.04944°E / 50.12361; 6.04944


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