Luxembourg
About Luxembourg
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Language | Luxembourgish. Administrative languages are German and French. |
| Capital | Luxembourg |
The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is located in western Europe between Germany, France, and Belgium. The population is about half million people. The entire city of Luxembourg is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The government is a constitutional monarchy and representative democracy with a grand duke as chief of state and a prime minister as head of government. Of interest, Luxembourg is the only sovereign Grand Duchy remaining in the world.
The country is one of the six founding countries of the European Economic Community, now the European Union. Luxembourg’s economy is a relatively open and stable, high-income economy, with low inflation, low unemployment and a high standard of living.
Recommended Vaccinations For Luxembourg
For Most Travellers
Hepatitis B Vaccine
There is a low risk of infection with hepatitis B for this country, however, the vaccination is recommended.
Hepatitis A Vaccine
Although the risk of acquiring hepatitis A in this country is low, the vaccination is recommended
For Some Travellers
Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Vaccine
A dose of Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended for infants aged 6 to 11 months.
Rabies Vaccine
The rabies vaccine is recommended for those travellers whose activities may bring them into contact with bats (such as veterinarians, wildlife professionals, researchers).
Recommended Medications For Luxembourg
There are no recommendations for Luxembourg at this time.
Diseases To Be Aware of for Luxembourg
For Most Travellers
Hepatitis B
There is a low risk of hepatitis B in this country.
Hepatitis A
There is a low risk for hepatitis A in this country.
For Some Travellers
Measles
A dose of Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended for infants aged 6 to 11 months.
Tuberculosis
Travellers to this country are at risk for tuberculosis if visiting sick friends or family, working in the healthcare field, or having close prolonged contact with an infected person.
Hanta Virus
There is a risk of acquiring Hantavirus in this country through the consumption of food and water contaminated by an infected rodent or through rodent bites.
Rabies
**Rabies has not been reported in Luxembourg and is considered a low risk for travellers, However, it may occur in bats.**
Safety & Security in Luxembourg
Personal Safety
Luxembourg is a safe country with a low crime rate. Travellers do not usually have any safety and security issues in Luxembourg, however, petty crime, such as pick-pocketing, does occur in tourist areas and transportation hubs. Ensure your personal belongings are kept safe.
Ensure you validate your public transportation ticket before embarking. Immediate fines can be issued for failing to validate a ticket.
Same-sex sexual behaviours and same-sex marriage are both legal in Luxembourg.
Extreme Violence
There is a threat of terrorism in Europe. Terrorists have carried out attacks in several European cities.Terrorist attacks could occur at any time.
Political Unrest
Demonstrations may occur with little or no warning in cities. Avoid any protests, political gatherings or marches. Follow the advice of local authorities.
