Emergency Telephone Numbers in Luxembourg

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Emergency Telephone Numbers in Luxembourg

The caller must:

1. State the exact location where assistance is needed 

2. State their name and telephone number

3. State what happened, and if it is still happening 

4. State how many people need help

5. State if there are any other dangers

All emergency numbers can be reached from pay phones, without the use of a phone card or money. 

European SOS 112

The number 112 can be dialled to reach emergency services - medical, fire and police - from anywhere in Europe. This Pan-European emergency number 112 can be called from any telephone (landline, pay phone or mobile cellular phone). Calls are free. It can be used for any life-threatening situation, including:

• Serious medical problems (accident, unconscious person, severe injuries, chest pain, seizure) 

• Any type of fire (house, car) 

• Life-threatening situations (crimes)

• Luxembourg 112 website

• For information on other Pan-European numbers (116 numbers): Click here

• Information on the 112 number from the European Commission website

It is also possible to call 112 to find an on-duty doctor, pharmacy, hospital or vet. A list is also published daily on the last page of the Tageblatt newspaper.

Crisis and Helplines in Luxembourg

Doctors

The Collège Médical is the overseeing body for all medical doctors, dentists and pharmacists working in Luxembourg. The website can be used to search for a doctor specialising in any discipline. Many doctors in Luxembourg speak English although their receptionists may not. 

• To search for a doctor by discipline or town, or a dentist or pharmacist by town in Luxembourg: Click here (in French) 

Most doctors see patients by appointment, although there may be an allotted time during the day when doctors see patients without an appointment. Most general practitioners will also visit patients at home.

The rules of the Collège Médical prohibit the publishing of names of doctors and medical practitioners except in general directories. 

Veterinarians

An emergency vet service for injured or ill animals is available at all times (24/7) across the Grand-Duchy. Most veterinarians speak fluent English.

• To find veterinarians on duty: Click here
  Note: The heading "Animaux de compagnie / Kleintiere" refers to small pets (dogs, cats, rabbits, etc.). The heading "Animaux de rente / Grosstiere" refers to larger animals (horses and farm animals).

Pharmacies

In general, pharmacies are open from 08:30-12:00 and 13:45-18:30. Each pharmacy will have a sign in the window with the address of the nearest all-night pharmacy and a list of pharmacies that close late. Most chemists speak English.

• To find a pharmacy in Luxembourg: Click here (in French)

Hospitals

A list of on-duty hospitals, open for emergencies, is published every day on the last page of Tageblatt newspaper and is also available on the LuxWeb website.

• For a comprehensive list of hospitals in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg: Click here

Glossary of Emergency Terms and Phrases

Related Information

• For a comprehensive list of helplines and hospitals in Luxembourg: Click here (in French)

• For information on emergency alarm signals in Luxembourg: Click here

• See the AngloINFO INFOrmation Page, Emergency Numbers for Utilities

• See the AngloINFO INFOrmation Page, Lost & Stolen Credit Cards & Mobile/Cellular Phones in Luxembourg

• See the AngloINFO INFOrmation Page, Support Groups in Luxembourg

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