Bech-Kleinmacher Explained

Bech-Kleinmacher (in Luxembourgish; Letzeburgesch pronounced as /ˌbæɕˈmaːχɐ/) is a small village in the commune of Schengen, in south-eastern Luxembourg., the village has a population of 685.[1]

The village lies along the Moselle River, which forms the border with Germany. The area has been settled at least since Roman times as evidenced by the reconstructed funeral chamber that sits on a hilltop overlooking the river. Wine production is a major industry in Bech-Kleinmacher and the village is surrounded by vineyards.

The village is also home to Musée "A Possen" a folklore museum located in a 17th-century house that explores pre-industrial life, wine making, barrel making and toys.

The celebrated Luxembourg artist Nico Klopp was born in Bech-Kleinmacher on 18 September 1894.[2] Olympian Marcel Chennaux was born here.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Registre national des personnes physiques RNPP : Population par localité . 2024-01-07 . data.public.lu.
  2. "Klopp, Nico", Luxemburger Lexikon, Editions Guy Binsfeld, Luxembourg, 2006.
  3. Web site: Marcel Chennaux . https://web.archive.org/web/20200418022144/https://www.sports-reference.com/olympics/athletes/ch/marcel-chennaux-1.html . dead . 18 April 2020 . 12 July 2015 . Sports Reference.