Luxembourg Travel Vaccines and Advice
Luxembourg is breathtaking with its architectural gems, varied natural landscapes, refined gastronomic specialties, and comfortable living standards. Its patchwork of cities will not fail to impress, regardless of the season. The Moselle, with its surrounding vineyards and medieval mansions, is aesthetically pleasing. You will be equally enchanted by the capital with its lively nightlife and references to the past. Oseling and Guttland, on their part, delight nature lovers with the wonders of the Moselle valley, the Ardennes and the Terres Rouges. Meanwhile, the natural parks in the Ardennes will provide you with a moment of peace among wild nature.
Recommended travel vaccinations for Luxembourg
| Vaccine | Disease Transmission |
|---|---|
| Traveler’s diarrhea | Contaminated water/food |
| Hepatitis A | |
| Hepatitis B | Contaminated body fluids (blood, sex, razors, needles, etc.) |
| Rabies | Infected Animals |
| Influenza | Airborne Droplets |
Recommended Medication for Travelling to Luxembourg
| Medication | Additional Information |
|---|---|
| Azithromycin or Suprax | Antibiotic in case of traveler’s diarrhea |
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Medical Care in Luxembourg
Due to great medical progress and a general patient satisfaction with its medical care, Luxembourg’s health system proves one of the most successful in the world. Recent renovations have ensured that medical facilities comply with international sanitary standards, almost reaching the country’s objective. Each city offers at least one medical facility. The Luxembourg Hospital Center (+352 44 11 11) is one of the main medical centers. Another poignant center is Emile Mayrisch Hospital Center located in Dudelange. The Centre Francois Baclesse a.s.b.l is in Esch-sur-Alzette and offers the Clinique Ste Marie as well as the National Center for Radiotherapy. The Nord Hospital Center in Ettelbruck provides many specialized services. In Luxembourg’s center, it is possible to receive quality care from Dr. E. Bohler Private Clinic or Kirchberg Hospital.
Many drugs from France and the United States are available in Luxembourg, and local pharmacies are well-stocked with quality medical products.
Emergency services are reached through calling 112.
Is Luxembourg Safe for Travel?
| Safety and Security | Descriptive |
|---|---|
| Crime | Low risk |
| Terrorism | Risk present |
| Road safety | Do not leave your vehicle unattended in the event of an accident |
| Public transportation | Fast and reliable; Use official taxis |
| Health | Measles warning |
| Risk level | Normal security precautions |
Do I Need a Visa to Visit Luxembourg?
Prior to travel, make sure you check with your transportation company about any passport requirements. This is important as in some cases their regulations on passport validity may be more strict than those of the destination country.
Only a passport is required to enter Luxembourg for trips under 90 days. Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond the date of departure.
Please note that Luxembourg is a part of the Schengen area, which allows crossing its countries borders’ freely. However, all the countries within the Schengen Area are restrained to a cumulative stay of a maximum of 90 days per period of 180 days. Longer trips will require a visa.
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Embassy of Canada to Luxembourg information
When travelling to another country, it is important to know where the Canadian embassy is located in the event of:
- A legal problem
- A lost passport
- The need to report a crime
It is advisable to make a copy of your original passport in case you lose it.
Canadian Consulate to Luxembourg (LUXEMBOURG)
Street Address:
15, rue Guillaume Schneider,
L-2522 Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Tel.: 352 26 270 570
Fax: 352 26 270 670
Email: [email protected]
Canadian Embassy to Belgium (BRUSSELS)
Street Address:
Avenue des Arts 58, 1000,
Brussels, Belgium
Tel.: 32 (2) 741-0611
Fax: 32 (2) 741-0619
Email: [email protected]
Please note that this is the website for the Canadian Embassy in Belgium.