DRIVING IN LUXEMBOURG

All that many British drivers see of Luxembourg is the autoroute (toll-free) as they speed through on their way to Germany. But the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg merits a stop in its own right, particularly to explore the part of the Ardennes that lies within its borders.

 

Fuel

Fuel is relatively cheap in Luxembourg, and queues can form at filling stations as drivers from surrounding countries take advantage of this. Carrying spare fuel in cans is not permitted.

Traffic signs are posted in both French and German. Police are authorised to impose on-the-spot fines. Drivers are required to flash their headlights before overtaking at night outside built-up areas. Blue zone parking systems are in operation in the main centres. Parking meters are also used in Luxembourg City.

Most British drivers head straight past Luxembourg, but it's worth pausing to explore the Grand Duchy

           

Speed limits	Urban	Open road	Motorway
Car	50 kph	90 kph	120 kph
Towing	50 kph	75 kph	90 kph
Traffic regulations
Essential equipment	Warning triangle
Minimum driving age	17 years
Drink-drive limit	80mg alcohol per 100ml blood
Child in front seat	Min 12 years/1.5m unless using child restraint
Seat Belt	Compulsory in front and rear seats
Motorcyclists	Must wear crash helmet and use headlamp at all times
Emergency telephone numbers
Police	113
Fire	113
Ambulance	113

(motorists who have held a licence for less than one year must not exceed 75 kph)

Extracted from Haynes Glovebox guide DRIVING ABROAD by Robert Davies. This authoritive guide provides a wealth of information on all aspects of driving abroad.

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