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King Carl Gustaf of Sweden's Christmas Speech - English Translation (2025)

Photo: Clément Morin/The Royal Court of Sweden

Notes from Gert's Royals are in Bold. 

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Dear Swedes, at home and abroad, and everyone in Sweden!

Now that Christmas is here and the year is coming to an end, many of us gather with family and friends. We light candles in the winter darkness and cherish old traditions. We look back, but we also look forward.

Despite conflicts, wars and terrorist acts in the world, we must hold on to hope for the future.

The resilience and will of the Ukrainian people to defend their country gives us hope that Ukraine's freedom and sovereignty will be respected. At the same time, it is important that we, in Europe, continue to give our full support to Ukraine.

During the year, I have visited, among other things, the Swedish military units in Latvia and the NATO headquarters in Brussels. I have also participated in the 80th anniversary of the UN in New York and in the COP30 climate conference in Brazil.

These meetings have strengthened my conviction that dialogue and cooperation between countries is the only path to stability and security. And that joint efforts are crucial to meeting one of the greatest challenges of our time: climate change. As we all know, climate does not respect national borders.

Sweden has good opportunities to contribute and be an example in international cooperation, not least through our commitment to peace, sustainable development and human rights.

Let us hope for a lasting ceasefire in Gaza and peaceful development in the Middle East. Even though uncertainty is great and contradictions remain. Wanting peace is a first step. Creating lasting peace requires dialogue and reconciliation.

Hope is also born from new discoveries, and science is making great progress.

Sweden has long cherished research and innovation. One example is the Nobel Prize, which annually recognizes scientific breakthroughs worldwide. These successes are largely made possible by global knowledge exchanges between universities and colleges.

When the Queen and I welcomed the President of Iceland last spring and were in Canada on a state visit last fall, it became clear how our countries are united in their belief in education and research. And the realization that knowledge is the key to human development.

Dear Swedes,

At the beginning of the year, Sweden and Örebro were hit by a terrible act. Eleven people lost their lives and many were injured. This terrible event will be with us for a long time, especially for the survivors, and the relatives and friends of the victims.

[Örebro is a city in Sweden. In February 2025, there was a school shooting there that killed 11 people. This was the deadliest terror attack in Sweden.]

But out of the grief, something grew - a sense of community and a desire to help. All of Sweden rallied behind the police, emergency services, and medical personnel, who worked hard to save lives. People supported each other and showed that humanity is a sustaining force even in difficult times.

That force is everywhere in our country:

In volunteers, who get involved in different organizations. I am thinking, for example, of the Scout Movement, where the guiding principle is that every person can make a difference. That even a small good deed has significance. With courage, consideration and action, we can change a lot.

We also find that humanity in neighbors who help each other.

In teachers who inspire their students daily.

In classmates who support those who feel left out.

In colleagues who extend a helping hand.

In elders who share their life experiences.

And in a hug or a warm word along the way from a good friend.

In those moments, there is the warmth and care that the world needs more of.

Dear Swedes,

The message of Christmas is hope and reconciliation, that darkness never has the last word. For in darkness lies the light.

Right there, in the midst of the difficult, something new can begin to grow. Right there, a candle can be lit.

With those words, I, along with my family, would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2026!

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King Philippe of Belgium's Christmas Eve Speech - English Translation (2025)

 Translation by Gert's Royals, based off the German & French Text. 

Notes by Gert's Royals in bold.

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Ladies and gentlemen,

We live in a time where we ask many questions about the state of our world. We are worried about the future. That is why I would like to talk to you today about the common good.

The common good belongs to all of us. It enables us to live together in dignity and security, in a healthy and just world.

It must be at the heart of our actions, even if this requires making difficult choices.

This is all the more important because it is regularly pushed into the background or even denied today, in favor of personal interests.

On a global level, safeguarding the common good begins with protecting our planet. The recent climate conference in Belém certainly didn't meet all expectations. However, the international community remains fully committed to climate protection. The efforts of the past ten years are beginning to bear fruit. And another important step has been taken: Tropical rainforests have been recognized as a global common good, crucial for combating climate change and preserving biodiversity. The international community has pledged to take concrete measures to protect these rainforests, such as those in the Congo Basin.

[The "climate conference in Belém" was the UN COP30 in Belém, Brazil.]

[The Congo Basin is the largest rainforst in Africa, and 2nd largest in the world. It is likely specifically mentioned as Congo is a former colony of Belgium.]

After the Second World War, Europe was built on a peace project that brought it prosperity. This peace, our most precious shared asset, is now threatened by brutal power-seeking, particularly in Ukraine. Our country continues to support the Ukrainian people strongly and resolutely. Our position on the issue of Russian assets does not change this in any way. Now is the time for all of us within the European Union to act in solidarity. We must not allow ourselves to be divided. Together, our democracies are far stronger than we might think.

In our country, the federal government has concluded difficult budget negotiations. The measures adopted are intended to help consolidate public finances while preserving our social model and our prosperity. It is understandable that such a complex undertaking, which affects the core of our common good, sparks debates and tensions. There is no magic bullet and no single, easy solution to this issue.

[The Belgian government agreed on a €9.2 billion multi-year budget deal in November to cut its deficit. The country was under pressure from the European Commission, as its deficit and debt were above the EU limits. The deal took months to agree on as it required a coalition of multiple political parties. The deal led to protests as it included higher taxes, welfare adjustments, etc. ]

We must remain vigilant in implementing the announced measures and not lose sight of the original objectives – by ensuring that solidarity continues to benefit those who need it most.

In Brussels over the past few weeks, I've met many people who are dedicated to the common good: neighborhood groups, healthcare workers, police officers, and even public sanitation workers. These are people who take their work to heart, some even in a heroic way. But they also tell me that, given the difficulties they face, they feel discouraged and abandoned.

These difficulties were compounded by the unreasonable length of time it took to form a Brussels government.

[The Brussels-Capital Region government has been unable to form a new regional government for over a year and a half. Since the June 2024 elections, political parties have failed to agree on a coalition. Brussels’ system requires support from both French-speaking and Dutch-speaking parties, but deep political disagreements have blocked any compromise. As a result, the region is still being run by a caretaker government with limited powers.]

As the challenges facing the region become increasingly urgent, I urge the negotiators to finally reach an agreement on a program that serves the common good.

Ladies and Gentleman, 

During the holiday season at the end of the year, we celebrate with our loved ones the bonds that connect us. We should be mindful that, in challenging times, concern for the common good strengthens our unity.

My wife, the Queen, and our children join me in wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

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2025 Christmas Speeches - Summary

For the 3rd year in a row, we will chart topics mentioned in the 6 European Monarchs' Christmas Speeches. (2024 & 2023 Summary). 

What topics do you think will be discussed?

You will be able find each speech along with an English Translation here.

Topics/ Keywords	BEL	LUX	SPAIN	NLD	UK	SWE	Count
	Christmas Eve			Christmas Day
Keywords
Solidarity/  Responsibility	X	X	X	X		X	5
Peace/ Violence/ Conflict	X	X		X	X	X	5
Young People/ Children /Students		X	X	X	X		4
Climate Change	X		X	X		X	4
Uncertainty/ anxiety	X	X	X	X	X		4
Hope		X			X	X	3
Immigrants/  Diversity		X	X		X		3
Economy	X	X	X				3
Natural Disasters			X				1
Abdication	Includes photos from Grand Duke Henri of Lux's Abdication	Mentions his accession, but not Father's abdication					0
Religion
Birth of Jesus		X		X	X		3
Religion's referenced		X			X		2
"Christmas/ Holiday Season is"	[a time ] we celebrate with our loved ones the bonds that connect us.	an invitation to come together and to live our values.		The Christmas story binds the smallest and the greatest.	about "pilgrimage" and "journey."	The message of Christmas is hope and reconciliation,
Wars/Conflicts/Terror Attacks
Ukraine	X	X				X	3
Other	WWII				WWII, Images were shown related to Sydney, Australia & Manchester, UK Terror Attacks	School Shooting in Örebro, Sweden	3
General				X		X	2
Europe		X					1
Middle East						Middle East & Gaza	1
International Organizations/ Events
European Union	X	X	40th Anniv of Joining				3
COP30	X					X	2
NATO						X	1
Jubilee of the Catholic Church	Included a photo of Audience with Pope				X		1
UN						X	1
Other
Good Wishes from Royal Family	Queen & Our children	Together with my wife, our children, and our whole family	as do the Queen and our daughters, Princess Leonor and Princess Sofía.			I, along with my family,	4
Musical Performance before/after speech		Grand Ducal Anthem  & National Anthem played by Yanis and Maris Griso			Carol of the Bells sung by The Songs for Ukraine choir		2
Quoted				His Coronation Speech	TS Elliot		2
Tie Color	Yellow	Red	Red	Blue	Blue	Red	Red 50% Blue 33% Yellow 17%
Length of Official Video	5.5 Mins	12.5 Mins	12.5 Mins	5.5 Mins	10 Mins	8.5 Mins	9 Mins Average

Grand Duke Guillaume of Luxembourg - Christmas Eve Speech

Grand Duke Guillaume is expected to follow his father's tradition of giving a speech every Christmas Eve.  The speech is usually pre-recorded in Luxembourgish, Luxembourg's National Language, and airs at 7 PM on RTL TV and Radio. (French & German are the Administrative Languages of Luxembourg.) 

Year	Luxembourgish Video	Luxembourgish Text	French Text	English Translation	Note
2025	Video and Texts			RTL	First of Reign

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Nobel Prize Schedule, Details. Live Streams (2025)

© Nobel Media. Photo: Clément Morin. 

(All times are local - Stockholm & Oslo, both GMT+1)

Tuesday, December 10th

Norway 

Save the Children’s Peace Prize Party (11:30 AM-Noon)

• Attending:  Crown Princess Mette-Marit & Princess Ingrid-Alexandra

King Receives Children of Nobel Peace Prize Laureate (Noon)

• Attending: King Harald, Queen Sonja, Crown Prince Haakon, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, & Princess Ingrid-Alexandra

Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony/ Lecture  at Oslo City Hall (1:00- 2:30 PM)

• ** Link to Live Stream **
• Details on Events.
• Attending: King Harald, Queen Sonja, Crown Prince Haakon, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, & Princess Ingrid-Alexandra
• Chart of  Past Attendance
• Presentation Speech: 
• Jørgen Watne Frydnes (Chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee)

• Nobel Lecture: 
• Written by Maria Corina Machado, delivered by Ana Corina Sosa Machado

Nobel Peace Prize Banquet (7:00-11:30 PM)

• Laureate wave from Balcony (7 PM)
• No Live Stream (But we get glimpses from Sweden Live Stream)
• Attending: Crown Prince Haakon 
• (Nobel Prize Press releases states that Crown Princess Mette-Marit will also be attending, but she is not listed on Norway Palace website.)

Sweden 

Nobel Prize Ceremony (4:00 PM - 5:10 PM)

• ** Link to Live Stream **
• Chat of Past Attendance
• Opening Address:
• Professor Astrid Söderbergh Widding (Chairman of the Board of the Nobel Foundation)
• Presentation Speech: 
• Physics: Professor Göran Johansson
• Chemistry: Professor Olof Ramström
• Physiology or Medicine: Professor Olle Kämpe
• Literature: Professor Anders Olsson
• Economic Sciences: Professor John Hassler
• Attending: King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Prince Victoria, Prince Daniel, Prince Carl Philip, Princess Madeleine & Chris O'Neil

Nobel Prize Banquet (6:30 PM Arrivals, 7:00 - 10:55 PM)

• Live Stream by SVT
• Pre-Banquet (6 PM)
• Banquet (7 PM)
• Seating Chart
• Menu
• Speeches: (Only one Laureate from each category gives a speech)
• Physics: Michel H. Devoret
• Chemistry: 
• Medicine: 
• Literature: 
• Economics: 
• Attending:  King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Prince Victoria, Prince Daniel, Prince Carl Philip, Princess Madeleine & Chris O'Neil
• Banquet Afterparty (11 PM +)
 

Sunday, December 11th

Sweden 

King's Banquet for the Nobel Laureates at Palace (7:30 PM)

• Private Banquet, but we get photos of the Royals arriving
• Attending: King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Prince Victoria, Prince Daniel, Prince Carl Philip, Princess Madeleine & Chris O'Neil

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Denmark Advent/Christmas Calendar (2025)

In 2025, the Denmark Palace did not do a formal Advent or Christmas Calendar. They did however, share several holiday things over December. 

Each Day's Topic

• November 30th (1st Sunday of Advent)

Kongehuset ©️

• December 1st - Decorating Palace Christmas Tree. 

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A post shared by Kongehuset 🇩🇰 (@detdanskekongehus)

• December 7th  (2nd Sunday of Advent

Photo: Kongehuset ©

• December 14th (3rd Sunday of Advent)

• December 21st (4th Sunday of Advent)

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Announcement - December 27th, 2025

You may have noticed we have a countdown on the side of the blog. Gert's Royals has a big announcement..... We will let you know what it is on: 

Saturday, December 27th 

at approximately:

2 PM (GMT) (AKA London Time)

Clues (released every few days):

Clue 1: Some posts earned ** because they have already been prepared for what is coming on December 27.

Clue 2: Some of you have very strong feelings about Kate vs. Catherine or how the Spanish title "Infanta" is translated. Soon, we won’t need to fight about it.

Clue 3: This announcement mainly relates to our blog, GertsRoyals.blogspot.com. There won't be much change to our social media. 

Our active social media accounts:  X (Twitter) @Gertsroyals & BlueSky @GertsRoyals.bsky.social.

Clue 4: Ever thought, GertsRoyals.blogspot.com is great... But hard to navigate and find information?

We feel that way sometimes, as well... And that is part of why we are making a big change on December 27th. 

Clue 5: GertsRoyals.Blogspot.com might look a little thinner. We purged some old random posts over the weekend  But don’t worry anything with a ** in the title, is safe. At least until December 27th.

Clue 6: This will involve a change to our logo. Here are our past logos. (Yes, that first one is total cringe 😬).

Clue 6.1: We have already dropped some hints about the new branding. 

Clue 7: Mobile View

FAQ:

Q: Is this an announcement from the Palace? 

A: No. This relates to Gert's Royals. 

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Messages from Foreign Monarchs on Grand Duke Guillaume's Accession

It is diplomatic protocol for Heads of State to send a message of congratulations to the new Head of State of countries they have close relations with. This is not always done with a public statement; statements are often sent directly to the new head of state. So, we might not see statements from each Monarchy. 

Europe

Belgium 

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Denmark 

The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg has today carried out a change of throne, and on this occasion Their Majesties the King and Queen have sent their warmest congratulations to His Royal Highness Grand Duke Guillaume and Her Royal Highness Grand Duchess Stéphanie.

Liechtenstein 

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Monaco

-

Netherlands

-

Norway

Your Royal Highnesses,

Dear Guillaume and Stéphanie

My family and I send you our warmest congratulations and best wishes as the new Grand Duke and Grand Duchess of Luxembourg.

You follow in the footsteps of our good friends Henri and Maria Teresa, who have served Luxembourg and its people with great love and duty for 25 years.

Now it is your family, with their sons Prince Charles and Prince François, who will follow your country and people into the future. I am confident that you will carry out your task in an excellent manner.

My family and I greatly appreciate the close ties between us. We hope that you will experience the support and strength you need in your work.

Harald R

Spain 

-

Sweden 

His Royal Highness The Grand Duke of Luxembourg

Palais grand-ducal

LUXEMBOURG

On the occasion of your assuming the high office of Grand Duke of Luxembourg, I extend to you, and to Grand Duchess Stéphanie, my sincere congratulations.

In recent years I have highly valued our cooperation within the World Scout Foundation, in which you have followed in the footsteps of your grandfather, Grand Duke Jean.

As you now succeed your father, Grand Duke Henri, as your nation’s Head of State, I look forward to further deepening the ties between us and between our two countries.

I send my best wishes for the health and happiness of Your Royal Highness and your Family, and for the well-being and prosperity of the people of Luxembourg.

CARL GUSTAF R

Royal Palace, Stockholm

3 October 2025

UK

-

Middle East

Bahrain

-

 

Jordan

-
Kuwait

-

Oman

-

Qatar

-

Saudi Arabia

-

United Arab Emirates

-

Africa

Cambodia

-

Eswatini

-
Lesotho

-
Morocco

-

Asia/Oceanic

Bhutan

-
Malaysia

-
Brunei

-
Japan

-

Thailand

Your Royal Highness,

On the auspicious occasion of Your Royal Highness' Accession to the Throne as Grand Duke of Luxembourg, I take great pleasure in extending, on behalf of the people of Thailand, our warmest congratulations and best wishes for your good health and enduring success upon the assumption of Your Royal Highness' duties and responsibilities of state.

The strong bonds of friendship between Thailand and Luxembourg have been constructive and mutually beneficial based on trust and understanding for over sixty years of diplomatic relations. As your gracious reign begins, I firmly believe that our two countries will continue working closely together, building on our past achievements and further strengthening our friendly cooperation, underpinned, of course, by the close affinity between our Royal Families. The path ahead holds great promise for the shared prosperity and mutual benefit of our two countries and peoples.

(M.R.) Maha Vajiralongkorn R.

 

Tonga

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Official Painted Portraits for Luxembourg Accession (2025)

Per Tradition, the Luxembourg Palace has commissioned new painted portraits to mark the change of the reign. 

Three artists have been commissioned to create portraits of Grand Duke Guillaume:

• Roland Schauls (Luxembourgish)
• Louise Pragnell (British)
• Also created a portrait of Grand Duchess Stephanie. 
• Andrew Gow (British)

2 of the 3 artists have finished their portraits, while the 3rd will be completed later. 

In January 2026, the full collection will be unveiled and open at the Nationalmusée um Fëschmaart (MNAHA). 

Portrait by Louise Pragnell

Portrait by Louise Pragnell

Portrait by Roland Schauls 

Luxembourg Abdication - Schedule of Events (2025)

Live Stream

• Government Live Stream

 Friday, October 3rd

• 10 AM 
• Abdication of Grand Duke Henri at Grand Ducal Palace
• 11 AM 
• Swearing-in ceremony of Grand Duke Guillaume at the Chamber of Deputies
• 12:15 PM
• Appearance of the Grand Ducal Family on the balcony of the Palace
• 1:10 PM
• Welcome at the City Hall
• Attended by Foreign Royals
• Walk about to greet the public
• 1:50 PM
• Government Reception at the Cercle Cité
• 7 PM
• Gala Dinner at the Grand Ducal Palace
• Attended by Foreign Royals

Saturday, October 4th

• 12:30 PM 
• Visit to Grevenmacher
• 2:20 PM
• Visit to Wiltz
• 4:22 PM 
• Visit Steinfort Intercommunal Hospital
• 5:40 PM 
• Visit to Dudelange
• 8 PM
• Grand Duke Guillaume & Grand Duchess Stephanie arrive at Grande-Duchesse Charlotte Bridge ‘Pont Rouge’

• 10:10 PM
• Grand Duke Guillaume addresses the nation
• 10:20 PM 
• Drone Light Show & concerts

Sunday, October 5th

• 11 AM 
• Te Deum at Notre-Dame Cathedral of Luxembourg 
• presided over by His Eminence Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich

Patronages dropping Duchess Sarah due to links to Epstein (Sept 2025)

Background: 

In March 2011, it was made public that Duchess Sarah had accepted  £15,000 from convicted sex trafficker, Jeffrey Epstein. Soon after, she gave an interview:

• "I abhor paedophilia and any sexual abuse of children and know that this was a gigantic error of judgment on my behalf. I am just so contrite I cannot say".
• And promised to "have nothing ever to do with Jeffrey Epstein ever again".

In Sept 2025, an April 2011 email was leaked from Duchess Sarah to Epstein, where she apologized for what she said in the interview and called him a "steadfast, generous, and supreme friend."

The Monday after the email was leaked, Patronages began to drop Duchess Sarah due to her links with Jeffrey Epstein.

Patronages that Dropped Sarah

 To be updated as more are announced.  

• Teenage Cancer Trust
• Patron (1990-2025)
• Princess Beatrice & Princess Eugenie became patrons in 2016.
• Elephant Family 
• Patron (2008-2025)
• Other Patrons
• Princess Eugenie
• Lady Annabel Elliot (Camilla's sister)
• Ben Elliot (Camilla's nephew)
• Joint Presidents
• King Charles & Queen Camilla (2014-Present)
• Julia's House Children's Hospices 
• Patron (Nov 2018 - Sept 2025)
• The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation 
• Patron (2019- Sept 2025)
• Sarah “Has not been actively involved in the charity in a number of years.”
• British Heart Foundation 
• Ambassador (2019-Sept 2025)
• King Charles is Patron (2024-Present) 
• Pippa Mathew is one of the Ambassadors (2014-Present)
• National Foundation for Retired Service Animals
• Patron (2023-2025)
• Prevent Breast Cancer
• Patron (Oct 2024 - Sept 2025)
• Children's Literacy Charity  (? - Sept 2025)

Patronages that have not yet dropped Sarah

• List of Current patronages

Royal Attendance at The Duchess of Kent's Funeral (2025)

Attending the Funeral Requiem Mass (Sept 16th)

• Attended
• Absent
• To be Determined

Children are not included on this list, unless they were in attendance. 

Queen Elizabeth II Descendants: 

• King Charles & Queen Camilla (Absent due to illness)
• Prince William & Princess Kate
• Prince Harry & Duchess Meghan
• Prince Andrew & Ex-wife Duchess Sarah
• Princess Beatrice & Edo  
• Princess Eugenie & Jack Brooksbank  
• Prince Edward (Absent due to official duties) & Duchess Sophie
• Lady Louise 
• Princess Anne & Sir Tim 
• Peter Phillips 
• Zara & Mike Tindall

Princess Margaret's Descendants: 

• Earl of Snowdon
• Charles, Viscount Linley
• Lady Margarita Armstrong-Jones
• Lady Sarah & Daniel Chatto 
• Samuel Chattto 
• Arthur Chatto

Gloucester Branch: 

• Duke & Duchess of Gloucester
• Earl & Countess of Ulster
• Lady Davina Windsor
• Lady Rose & George Gilman

Duchess of Kent's Immediate Family

• Duke of Kent 
• Earl & Countess of St Andrews
• Lord Downpatrick
• Lady Marina Windsor
• Lady Amelia Windsor
• Lady Helen & Timothy Taylor
• Columbus Taylor
• Cassius Taylor
• Eloise Taylor
• Estella Taylor
• Lord Nicholas & Lady Paola Windsor (Absent)
• Albert Windsor
• Leopold Windsor
• Louise Windsor (Age 11)

Other Kents: 

• Prince & Princess Michael of Kent
• Lord & Lady Frederik Windsor
• Lady Gabriella Windsor
• Princess Alexandra
• James & Julia Ogilvy  
• Flora & Timothy Vesterberg
• Alexander Ogilvy
• Marina Ogilvy
• Zenouska Mowatt 
• Christian Mowatt

Reason for Absences

• Queen Camilla 
• She was absent as she is recovering from Acute Sinusitis. 
• Prince Edward 
• He was unable to attend as he was visiting Papua New Guinea for its 50th Anniversary celebrations on behalf of King Charles.

Attending the Rite of Reception and Vespers (Sept 15th)

• Attended
• Absent

• The Duke of Kent
• Earl & Countess of St Andrews
• Lord Downpatrick
• Lady Marina Windsor
• Lady Amelia Windsor
• Lady Helen & Timothy Taylor
• Columbus Taylor
• Cassius Taylor
• Eloise Taylor
• Estella Taylor
• Lord Nicholas & Lady Paola Windsor (Absent)
• Albert Windsor
• Leopold Windsor
• Louise Windsor (Age 11)
• Prince & Princess Michael of Kent
• Lord Frederick & Lady Sophie Windsor 
• Maud Windsor (age 11) (Absent)
• Isabella Windsor (Age 9) (Absent)
• Lady Gabriella Kingston
• Princess Alexandra
• James & Julia Ogilvy  (Absent?)
• Flora & Timothy Vesterberg (Absent)
• Alexander Ogilvy (Absent)
• Marina Ogilvy
• Zenouska Mowatt (Absent)
• Christian Mowatt (Absent)

Foreign Royals and Dignitaries attending the Luxembourg Accession to the Throne (2025)

The following is a complete list of foreign royals and dignitaries attending the Accession to the Throne celebrations on October 3rd.  

These countries were invited due to their particularly close relationship with Luxembourg. 

• Netherlands
• Branch of the same Royal House
• Royals are Distant cousins
• Belgium
• Share a border
• Royals are 1st Cousins
• Germany & France
• Share a Border

Netherlands

• King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima
• Princess Catharina-Amalia

Belgium

• King Philippe and Queen Mathilde
• Princess Élisabeth

Germany

• Frank-Walter Steinmeier, President of the Federal Republic of Germany, and Mrs Elke Büdenbender
• (attendance at the gala dinner only)

French Republic

• Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, and Mrs Brigitte Macron
• (attendance at the gala dinner only)

European Institutions

• Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, and Mr Ukko Metsola
• António Costa, President of the European Council

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