Luxembourg's Grand Duke Henri Abdicates After 25 Years: Son Guillaume Ascends to Europe's Last Grand Duchy

Oct 03, 2025 04:29 pm CST

After 25 years on the throne, Luxembourg's Grand Duke Henri has formally abdicated in favor of his 43-year-old son, Guillaume. This historic transition of power in Europe's last remaining grand duchy includes ceremonial events, royal gatherings, and traditional tours, highlighting the constitutional monarchy's symbolic importance in this small but financially powerful EU nation.