Explore Luxembourg
Luxembourg is small enough to cross in an afternoon but rewards a slower pace. Motorways are free, roads are immaculate, and fuel is the cheapest in western Europe - so much so that most through-traffic deliberately routes via Luxembourg just to fill up. Outside the city, the Ardennes forests and Mullerthal region (nicknamed Little Switzerland) are quiet, scenic, and full of good walking. There is no LEZ, no vignette, and very little to trip you up.
Last verified: 21 April 2026
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Driving rules
The wet-weather motorway limit is strictly enforced. If it is raining, drop to 110 km/h even if the tarmac looks dry in patches. On-the-spot fines are common.
Driving tips
- Dipped headlights are compulsory in poor visibility and recommended at all times outside built-up areas.
- Use of mobile phones while driving, even hands-free with an earpiece if it blocks both ears, is treated strictly.
- Luxembourg City has a lot of narrow, hilly streets. Larger motorhomes should use park-and-ride sites (P+R Bouillon, P+R Luxembourg-Sud) and take the free public transport into the centre.
- Public transport (bus, train, tram) is completely free nationwide. Useful if your motorhome is parked at a campsite.
- Winter tyres or all-season tyres are mandatory in winter conditions (snow, ice, slush). Not date-based but conditions-based, so carry a set if travelling November to March.
Required kit
Towing a caravan
Tolls and vignettes
Tolls
Luxembourg motorways are completely free. There are no toll booths, no electronic tag, and no barriers. Drive straight through.
Vignette
No vignette in Luxembourg. Nothing to buy before you cross the border.
Low emission zones
Luxembourg has no national low emission zone scheme. You can drive your motorhome anywhere in the country without an emissions sticker.
Supermarkets and shopping
Budget
Mid-range
Premium
Opening hours
Sunday is quiet. Plan your main shop for Friday or Saturday. A few motorway service areas have Monop' convenience shops that stay open on Sundays.
Alcohol
Luxembourg has famously low VAT and duty on alcohol, so supermarket wine and spirits are notably cheaper than in France, Belgium, or Germany. Locals from neighbouring countries routinely cross the border to stock up.
Local tips
- Fill up with fuel before you leave Luxembourg. Petrol and diesel are typically 15-25 cents per litre cheaper than France or Germany.
- Most Luxembourgers speak French, German, and English as well as Luxembourgish. You will have no trouble being understood.
- Payment by card (contactless and chip-and-pin) is universal. Cash is less common than in France.
- The capital's old town is a UNESCO site and is best explored on foot from one of the free park-and-ride sites.
Motorhome LPG and gas in Luxembourg
Luxembourg has a limited LPG network of around 50 stations, concentrated at larger Shell, BP, and Q8 forecourts. The Luxembourg standard is the ACME fitting, which matches most refillable UK systems.
Local bottle brands are Antargaz and Primagaz, sold at supermarkets and fuel stations. You will need a matching regulator pigtail to connect them to a UK motorhome.
UK Calor bottles cannot be swapped or exchanged anywhere in Europe. Carry a 3-piece adapter kit or fit a refillable system before you leave. Read our complete guide to motorhome gas and LPG in Europe.
Motorhome electric hook-ups in Luxembourg
Most Luxembourg campsites offer 16A hook-ups via the standard CEE blue plug, giving you about 3,600 watts to work with. Voltage is a stable 230V and reverse polarity is rare on modern sites.
Plenty of aires and small municipal sites use coin-operated or token bollards. Keep a few 1 EUR coins for short top-ups.
Read our complete guide to motorhome electric hook-ups in Europe.
Documents you need
Your own vehicle
- Passport
- UK Photocard Driving Licence
- Vehicle Log Book (V5C)
- Insurance Certificate
- Travel Insurance Proof
Rental or hire vehicle
- VE103 Certificate
- Driving Licence Check Code
- International Driving Permit (if you still hold a paper licence)
Travelling with dogs
What to pack
- Dog lead
- Water bowl
- Vaccination records
- AHC
Food import rules
Meat, milk, and products containing either cannot be brought into Luxembourg from the UK. The main exceptions are powdered baby milk and medically prescribed pet food.
Border and entry
Useful links
Common questions
Are motorways free in Luxembourg?
Yes. Luxembourg motorways are completely free. There is no vignette and no toll booths. Nothing to buy before you cross the border.
Is fuel really cheaper in Luxembourg?
Yes. Luxembourg has the lowest fuel duty and VAT in western Europe, which is why locals and passing drivers from Belgium, France, and Germany routinely fill up here. Diesel and petrol are typically 15 to 25 cents per litre cheaper than in neighbouring countries. If your route crosses Luxembourg, it is worth filling your main tank and any spare jerry can you carry.
Where can I park a motorhome overnight in Luxembourg?
Wild camping is not permitted. Luxembourg has a good network of registered campsites, particularly in the Mullerthal and Ardennes regions. Aires are limited compared to France or Germany. Use Campercontact or Park4Night to find official stopovers before you arrive.
Can I take my dog to Luxembourg in a motorhome?
Yes. Your dog needs a microchip, a rabies vaccination at least 21 days old, and an Animal Health Certificate (AHC) from your vet issued within 10 days of travel. For the return to the UK, a vet must administer a tapeworm treatment between 24 hours and 120 hours before you arrive back.