Pollinator Garden Inaugurated at Lycée Ermesinde in Mersch

Luxembourg's Nature and Forest Agency has announced the recent inauguration of a new pollinator garden at the Lycée Ermesinde secondary school in Mersch.

On Wednesday 20 May 2026, the new pollinator garden was officially inaugurated in the presence of Luxembourg's Minister of the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity, Serge Wilmes, the Deputy Director of the Nature and Forest Agency, Carmen Weisgerber, and the Deputy Director of Lycée Ermesinde, Philippe Demart.

As part of the national action plan for the preservation of pollinating insects, this project aims to strengthen biodiversity and protect these species, while raising awareness among future generations.

At Lycée Ermesinde, students from the "Natter" company were tasked with designing a recreational space for all members of the school community, while promoting biodiversity.

With the support of the Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity, the Nature and Forest Administration, the company Natur a Mënsch and the non-profit organisation natur&ëmwelt, more than 200 m² of land has been renaturalised in recent months. A pond was created and a bed of wild perennials, a wildflower meadow and a butterfly strip were planted. In addition, a sandarium, a dry stone wall, deadwood installations and natural ground coverings were installed, providing habitat for numerous species and encouraging the development of pollinator populations. A green pergola was also added.

The creation of pollinator gardens in urban and rural areas is one of the measures included in Luxembourg's national pollinator action plan. This involves creating suitable habitats for pollinators, notably by showcasing a wide diversity of plants that ensure continuous flowering, as well as supporting other species.

At the same time, these gardens, which are open to the public, also aim to serve as models, illustrating how citizens, businesses and municipalities can support biodiversity.

Beyond this, the example of the garden created with students from the "Natter" company at Lycée Ermesinde in Mersch highlights the importance of passing on knowledge to preserve nature for future generations, combining awareness, education and biodiversity protection, according to the authorities.