Oesling

region, Luxembourg

Also known as: Osling

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The Oesling is a region in northern Luxembourg that forms part of the Ardennes Mountains. This plateau, with an average elevation of 1,500 feet (450 meters), is characterized by its forested highlands and deep river valleys, notably those of the Sûre River. The region is known for the ruins of numerous castles, making it a popular tourist destination. Historically, the Oesling's thin mountain soils were improved with fertilizer derived from the by-products of Luxembourg's steel industry. The Oesling experiences a mild climate, though it is slightly colder and more humid than the southern part of Luxembourg, with average January temperatures around 0.7 °C and July temperatures around 17 °C.12

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…of Luxembourg, known as the Oesling (Ösling), comprises a corner of the Ardennes Mountains, which lie mainly in southern Belgium. It is a plateau that averages 1,500 feet (450 metres) in elevation and is composed of schists and sandstones. This forested highland region is incised by the deep valleys of…
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…of Luxembourg, known as the Oesling (Ösling), comprises a corner of the Ardennes Mountains, which lie mainly in southern Belgium. It is a plateau that averages 1,500 feet (450 metres) in elevation and is composed of schists and sandstones. This forested highland region is incised by the deep valleys of…
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