International Road Transport Operations in Luxembourg
Operational Activities
Cabotage
UK operators may carry loads to, from or through the country. Loads carried between third countries for other EU countries and can only be
undertaken with non-EU countries under a bi-lateral agreement. Cabotage is permitted.
Dangerous Goods
Luxembourg is party to ADR. It is essential that fully completed ADR documentation is prepared for the movement of dangerous goods.
Abnormal Loads
Authorisations are required for all Indivisible loads exceeding the maximum vehicle dimensions outlined below. Applications should be made
to Ministry of Transport Luxembourg - Tel: +35 2478 4421.
Taxation
A full tank of fuel can be imported duty free.
Customs
TIR Carnets are accepted for vehicles crossing Luxembourg. ATA Carnets are accepted for certain temporary imports. CMR notes are required.
Movement Restrictions
There are driving restrictions throughout the Road network for goods vehicles at weekends and public holidays for vehicles exceeding
3.5 tonnes mpw:-
- Arriving from Belgium or Germany en-route to France. This is applicable on Saturdays and the eve of public holidays from 21:30 until Sundays and Public Holidays at 21:45.
- Arriving from Belgium or France en-route to Germany. This is applicable on Saturdays and the eve of public holidays from 23:30 until Sundays and Public Holidays at 21:45.
NB: For information on Public Holidays in France and Germany, please visit the relevant country pages within this section of the website by using the buttons at the top of this page.
Exceptions
the following exceptions are applicable to commercial vehicles exceeding 3.5 tonne mpw:
- Vehicles transporting livestock, animal based perishable goods irrespective of their state (fresh, frozen, deep frozen or salted, smoked, dried or sterilised), fresh or untreated vegetable based perishable goods (fruit and vegetables), cut flowers or potted plants and flowers; so long as these goods constitute at least half of the payload or occupy at least half of the loading surface of the vehicle or combination
- Empty vehicles making a trip in relation with the transport operations referred to above on condition that the vehicles are heading for Germany
- Vehicles which, during the harvest period, are engaged in the collection and transport of agricultural produce from its place of harvest to its place of storage, packing, processing or transformation
- Vehicles carrying loads which are indispensable for the installation of duly authorised economic, sports, cultural, educational or political events
- Vehicles carrying only newspapers
- Vehicles carrying out office or factory removals
- Vehicles belonging to tradesmen and which are used for the sale of their products at fair; or markets
- Vehicles involved in a combined rail-road transport operation between the place of loading and the station of transfer, or between the station of transfer and the destination of the goods, on condition that the distance covered does not exceed 200km and that the transport takes place in the direction of Germany
It should be noted that there are further driving prohibitions during the above periods which are applicable to specific roads.
Transit Routes
All vehicles in transit through Luxembourg with a maximum permissible weight in excess of 3.5 tonnes, must follow the prescribed routes as
signposted - 'Transit France' or 'Transit Germany'. Failure to adhere to these routes will result in a heavy fine.
Road Tolls
Luxembourg is one of 5 countries that operate the Eurovignette toll system, the other countries include Denmark, the Netherlands, Belgium
and Sweden. Heavy goods vehicles and vehicle combinations with a maximum admissible weight from 12 tonnes must have a valid Eurovignette
when driving in the countries named above.
The Eurovignette is calculated by the the vehicles Euro Engine value and the number of axles on the vehicle.
Bridge and Tunnel Tolls
None that we are aware of.
Vehicle Requirements
Documentation
Green Card required, plus original vehicle registration docs. A GB plate must be fitted to rear of vehicle/trailer.
Loads & Load Safety
More and more EU member states are implementing Load Safety Best Practice and penalising operators/drivers for failure to implement. The
guide can be downloaded from the EU commissions website here European Guidelines on Cargo
Security/Load Safety. You can also refer to the Load Security page within the
Construction & Use/Loads section of this website.
| Maximum Weights & Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Height | 4 metres |
| Width | 2.55 metres (Fridges 2.6 metres) |
| Length |
Artic 16.5 metres
Road Train 18.75 metres |
| Weight |
Artic 44 tonnes
Road Train 44 tonnes There are also various maximum permitted weights on vehicles, trailers and road trains which are applicable according to the number of axles. |
Safety Equipment
It is compulsory to carry the following items of equipment and/or observe specific rules:-
- First Aid Kit
- Minimum of one Fire Extinguisher 12kg capacity
- Warning Triangle placed 30 metres behind the vehicle in the event of a breakdown, 100 metres if on a motorway
- Spare Bulbs are advised
- Dipped Headlights are compulsory at all times
- Seat Belts must be worn
Driver Requirements
Legal Documents
Full passport required. International driving licence and/or UK Licence.
Letter from employer giving driver permission to drive vehicle - Attestation letter and form.
Speed Limits
| Vehicles Concerned | Built-Up Areas (kms) | All Purpose Roads (kms) | Expressways / Dual Carraigeways (kms) | Motorways |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Commercial Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes | 50 | 75 | 75 | 90 |
| Dangerous Goods Vehicles | 40 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
Country Contact Info
British Embassy
5 Boulevard Joseph II, L-1840 Luxembourg. Tel: +352 22 98 64 Website: www.ukinluxembourg.fco.gov.uk
Transport Organisation
CLC - Confédération Luxembourgeoise du Commerce, 7 rue Alcide de Gasperi, L-1615 Luxembourg. Tel: +35 2 43 94 44-1
Website: www.clc.lu
