Former Luxembourg Olympic Fencer & Politician Colette Flesch Passes Away

Former Luxembourg politician and Olympic fencer Colette Flesch has died at the age of 88.

Born on 16 April 1937 in Dudelange, Colette Flesch was a prominent figure in Luxembourg's political life. A member of the Democratic Party (DP), she served as Mayor of Luxembourg City from 1970 to 1980 and later as Deputy Prime Minister from 1980 to 1984. She also held several terms as a Member of the European Parliament (MEP), as well as other political positions.

Before her political career took off, Colette Flesch represented Luxembourg as a fencer at three Summer Olympic Games, competing in 1960, 1964 and 1968.

In later years, she also served as President of the Board of Directors of the non-profit organisation behind the Luxembourg City Film Festival (LuxFilmFest). She was succeeded in the role by Georges Santer in 2020.

According to our sources, Colette Flesch passed away during the night of Tuesday 20 to Wednesday 21 January 2026.