The Grand Ducal Court of Luxembourg has shared the Official Portraits of Grand Duke Guillaume and Grand Duchess Stephanie of Luxembourg ahead of the Accession of Grand Duke Guillaume tomorrow, upon the Abdication of Grand Duke Henri.
On the occasion of the change of reign on 3 October 2025, the Maison du Grand-Duc commissioned three painted portraits of the future Head of State, in keeping with tradition.
The creation of these works was entrusted to three artists: Luxembourgish painter Roland Schauls, as well as the British portraitists Louise Pragnell and Andrew Gow. Louise Pragnell also painted the portrait of the future Grand Duchess, completing the ensemble.
Three of the portraits will join the official collection at the Grand Ducal Palace, where they will be on display, while a portrait of the future Grand Duke Guillaume will be placed in the plenary hall of the Chamber of Deputies.
Once the series is complete, the works will be unveiled and open to the public in January 2026 at the Nationalmusée um Fëschmaart (MNAHA).
The official portraits of Grand Duke Henri and Grand Duchess Maria Teresa were created by the Spanish artist Ricardo Macarrón (1926–2004).
Grand Duke Guillaume is wearing a dark blue parade uniform, with the Order of the Gold Lion of the House of Nassau.
Grand Duchess Stephanie is wearing the Belgian Scroll Tiara with the Earrings and Bracelet of the Aquamarine Parure, an Art Deco Pearl and Diamond Brooch and the Order of the Gold Lion of the House of Nassau for the first time.
Following the Abdication of the Grand Duke Henri at the Palais Grand Ducal, Grand Duke Guillaume will be Sworn-In at the Chamber of Deputies, before appearing on the Palace Balcony, and holding a Gala Dinner at the Palais Grand Ducal.
October 3
- Abdication ceremony of HRH Grand Duke Henri at the Grand Ducal Palace (10.00 am)
- Swearing-in ceremony of HRH Grand Duke Guillaume at the Chamber of Deputies (11.00 am)
- Appearance of the Grand Ducal Family on the Balcony of the Grand Ducal Palace (12.15 pm)
- Welcome at the City Hall by the mayor of the City of Luxembourg (01.05 pm)
- Meeting of the new Grand Ducal Couple with the public on Place Guillaume II (01.25 pm)
- Reception at the Cercle Cité hosted by the Government (01.50 pm)
- Gala dinner at the Grand Ducal Palace (07.15 pm )
Foreign Dignitaries
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands with the Princess of Orange
King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium with the Duchess of Brabant
The Presidents and First Ladies of France and Germany will only attend the Gala Dinner
President of the European Parliament
President of the European Council
October 4
On October 4th, Grand Duke Guillaume and the Grand Duchess will pay “tribute to the people of the Grand Duchy and celebrate their diversity, skills, achievements, and the richness of their cultural and community life.” On a visit five locations representative of the diversity of Luxembourg society.
- Grevenmacher
In Grevenmacher, he will meet members of civil society, both volunteers and professionals, who are committed to promoting and highlighting sports and athletes of all ages.
- Wiltz
In Wiltz, he will honour the diversity and community spirit by taking part in a convivial event. A participatory video installation will highlight the many nationalities living in the country, as well as its cultural generosity, through an original musical performance.
- Steinfort
In Steinfort, he will pay tribute to the kindness and solidarity that characterise society, meeting with healthcare staff and patients of the Intercommunal hospital. Through them, all those who serve society tirelessly, even during festive periods, will be honoured.
- Dudelange
In Dudelange, he will attend a dance performance tracing the transformations of society across the country and the cultural creativity that has flourished on the fertile ground of its industrial past.
- Grand Duchess Charlotte Bridge & Glacis Square
The grand finale will take place on the Grand Duchess Charlotte Bridge, a symbol of the capital and of the resilience of Luxembourg society. The future Grand Duke Guillaume and the future Grand Duchess Stéphanie, accompanied by a dynamic orchestral performance, will walk onto the bridge surrounded by a cross-section of society and a multicoloured ballet of trams. This will be followed by a custom-designed drone show on the Glacis Square, along with a unique concert showcasing the diverse talents of Luxembourg’s musical scene.
October 5
The Accession Celebrations will end with a Te Deum at the Cathedral of “Notre-Dame de Luxembourg” on October 5th, presided over by Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich
We are looking forward to attending the Ceremonies in Luxembourg next week!
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