Renovation of the Cinémathèque
Our beloved cinema on Place du Théâtre closed in September 2025 for extensive renovations. Led by the City of Luxembourg in partnership with Fabeck Architects, the renovation is designed to preserve the character of the historic building while bringing it up to the standards of a modern 21st-century cinema.
Why a Renovation
The Cinémathèque is a cherished historic building, but its facilities have aged and no longer meet modern standards of comfort, safety, functionality, and accessibility.
Renovations planned from 2026 to 2029 aim to provide all visitors with a high-quality experience.
Key goals include improving accessibility for people with reduced mobility, upgrading safety and comfort, modernizing technical equipment, and optimizing the spaces to better welcome audiences.
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2029
Renovation Timeline
Transforming the Cinémathèque is a major undertaking that takes time and attention.
Each stage — from renovation to modernization and expansion — aims to preserve the building’s character while meeting the needs of today and the future.
Étape 00
September-October 2024
Submission of the final execution project (PDD) and building permit applications
Étape 01
November 2024
Beginning of plans and submissions from the project offices
Étape 02
June 2025
Start of project submissions from the design offices
Étape 03
January 2026
Work on site begins
Étape 04
February 2028
Work on the outdoor areas begins
Étape 05
February 2029
Expected completion of the work
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New locations, same great films!
While the renovations are underway, the Cinémathèque’s screenings will be hosted at several locations around the city, including the Théâtre des Capucins and the Cercle Cité.
Each month, depending on availability, audiences can continue to enjoy their favourites — Cinema Paradiso, Afternoon Adventures, Great Restorations, Comedy Classics, and many more surprises.
After all, the Cinémathèque is more than just a cinema building…
Théâtre des Capucins
9, place du Théâtre
L-2613 Ville-Haute Luxembourg
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Théâtre des Capucins
9, place du Théâtre
L-2613 Ville-Haute Luxembourg
By bus
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Badanstalt
bus line number 9 bus line number 10 bus line number 11 bus line number 14 bus line number 15 bus line number 30 bus line number 32 bus line number 93
By car
Parking Théâtre
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Cercle Cité - Auditorium 2e étage
3, rue du Genistre
L-1623 Ville-Haute Luxembourg
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Cercle Cité - Auditorium 2e étage
3, rue du Genistre
L-1623 Ville-Haute Luxembourg
By bus
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Hamilius
bus line number 2 bus line number 3 bus line number 4 bus line number 6 bus line number 8 bus line number 9 bus line number 10 bus line number 11 bus line number 12 bus line number 14 bus line number 15 bus line number 16 bus line number 18 bus line number 19 bus line number 21 bus line number 31 bus line number 33
By car
Parking Royal-Hamilius, Knuedler
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Cinémathèque Cloche d'Or
10, rue Eugène Ruppert
L-2453 Luxembourg
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Cinémathèque Cloche d'Or
10, rue Eugène Ruppert
L-2453 Luxembourg
By bus
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Stengege Wee
bus line number 18 bus line number 24 -
Cloche d'Or
bus line number 18 bus line number 24
By car
P&R Stade de Luxembourg
Informations
Philharmonie
1, Place de l'Europe
L-1499 Luxembourg-Kirchberg
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Philharmonie
1, Place de l'Europe
L-1499 Luxembourg-Kirchberg
By bus
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Philharmonie/MUDAM
bus line number 12 bus line number 32
By car
Parking Place de l'Europe
