Structural Work Completed on €31m Multifunctional Building in Wiltz

On Tuesday 14 April 2026, the Luxembourg government confirmed the completion of structural work on a new multifunctional building on the site of a future public hub in Wiltz.

Luxembourg's Minister for Mobility and Public Works, Yuriko Backes, and the Minister for Home Affairs, Léon Gloden, marked the milestone with a traditional topping-out ceremony, in the presence of Wiltz Mayor Patrick Comes and Marc Schreiner, representing the Ministry of Education, Children and Youth.

Together with the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Ministry of Education, Children and Youth, the Public Building Administration said it is continuing its commitment to providing modern and sustainable local public services through the construction of this new multifunctional building on state-owned land located on Avenue Nicolas Kreins in Wiltz. The project is expected to strengthen both public safety and the presence of national education services in the north of the country.

The future building will house a Grand Ducal Police station operating on three shifts, with a long-term capacity of 30 officers, as well as the combined offices of 45 staff members from various departments of the Ministry of Education.

Minister Backes stated: "With this new building, we are tangibly strengthening local public services in the north of the country. By bringing together essential public safety and education functions on a single site, the project improves accessibility, the quality of service provided to citizens and the working conditions of staff. Designed sustainably, well-integrated into its surroundings and forward-looking, this building meets the current and future needs of the population and contributes to balanced land-use planning across the country, in line with climate objectives."

Minister Gloden noted: "A modern police force rests on three pillars: sufficient personnel, modern equipment and adequate infrastructure. The new Ardennes police station of the Grand Ducal Police in Wiltz perfectly illustrates its implementation. Citizens are welcomed into modern facilities, and police officers carry out their work in optimal conditions. We have kept our promise: to improve security, strengthen citizens' sense of security, modernise the police force and bring the police closer to citizens according to the four 'Ps': personnel, presence, proximity and prevention.”

Designed to adapt to the topography of the Schoulbierg site, the project comprises two distinct wings built on a shared basement. The authorities said the design ensures respectful integration into the existing urban fabric while maintaining a clear and functional layout.

The southwest wing will house the Grand Ducal Police, while the northeast wing will accommodate the services of the Ministry of Education. The interior layout separates offices from secondary functions, with a centralised basement for service vehicles and technical installations.

In line with security commitments, the police premises are equipped with a high level of security, complemented by visual privacy devices, meeting the specific requirements of the service.

The buildings are constructed using solid construction methods, combined with a high-performance energy-efficient building envelope to ensure strong thermal comfort, according to the authorities. The facades, clad in ventilated wood siding alternating with aluminum-framed glass panels, reportedly create a contemporary and welcoming architectural identity. Integrated perforated blinds optimise natural light.

According to the authorities, the energy concept reflects the project's environmental ambitions, featuring an air-to-water heat pump and rooftop photovoltaic panels to cover a portion of electricity needs. The reported objective is to reduce the building's energy footprint and promote renewable energy, in line with the Public Building Administration's priority sustainability commitments.

Outdoor spaces will feature landscaping including green spaces between the two wings, a relaxation area for staff and a two-tiered retention basin with diverse plantings, contributing to local biodiversity.

The building project comprises a total surface area of ​​5,150 m² and a gross volume of 20,000 m³, with an estimated cost of €31 million (including VAT). Following a feasibility study launched at the end of 2016, construction began in July 2023 and completion is scheduled for 2028. The project is being carried out on behalf of the Ministry of Mobility and Public Works, under the management of the Public Building Administration.

Wiltz building illustration; Credit: © MMTP