ACL holiday checklist for Luxembourg — prepare for your trip

28 June 2025Mobilité au Luxembourg

The holidays are approaching. Many of you will be hitting the road to get away from it all. To ensure your trip goes smoothly, our mobility partner ACL – Automobile Club Luxembourg – has put together a checklist of essential preparations to make before you leave on vacation. Set off with peace of mind and travel with confidence!

Plan your route

Summer is usually synonymous with major events in Europe. Remember to check your itineraries if you are passing nearby or traveling to event locations.

Also be aware of roadworks. Summer is always synonymous with major roadworks!

The ACL offers a tailor-made itinerary service. Be sure to check it out.

Check your vehicle before going on vacation

It's never too early to have your vehicle checked for safety before hitting the road for your vacation. The ACL Diagnostic Center offers a "Vacation Test." It covers all the risk areas of a car, such as the battery, tire condition, suspension, windshield wipers, headlights, and fluid levels.

To allow time for any necessary repairs before departure, it is advisable to have your vehicle checked three to four weeks before you leave. This will give you time to make any necessary repairs. The ACL Diagnostic Center does not carry out repairs, but tests the safety of vehicles independently and impartially. This means that motorists have complete control over the costs of improving the condition and safety of their vehicles.

The services of the ACL Diagnostic Center are available to everyone. ACL members benefit from particularly attractive discounts.

Make an appointment by phone: +352 450045-6007 or by email: dc1@acl.lu.

Once you have ensured that your vehicle is in good working order, don't forget to check other useful equipment such as child car seats. Remember to adjust them to your child's current size.

Check your mandatory equipment

Before hitting the road, also make sure your vehicle is equipped with all the safety items required by law:

A safety vest and warning triangle,
A first aid kit,
A fire extinguisher (mandatory in some countries),
Spare bulbs,
A breathalyzer (mandatory in France).

If you are traveling abroad, find out about the specific requirements of the country you are visiting. Some countries require an anti-pollution sticker for your vehicle. ACL shops can provide these for you.

Are you renting a vehicle for your vacation?

At ACL, we strongly recommend having your vehicle checked before departure or booking a rental car now. At present, ACL Clubmobil still has vehicles available in Luxembourg and abroad, but the situation could change quickly. Please note that ACL members can cancel their reservations free of charge.

ACL Clubmobil has two rental offices in Luxembourg:

Bertrange: 54, route de Longwy, L-8080 Bertrange, Telephone: +352 450045-6100
Nordstad: 34, rue d'Ettelbruck, L-9160 Ingeldorf, Telephone: +352 450045-2

Email: info@clubmobil.lu

Electronic toll collection devices for traveling abroad

Electronic toll badges (Bip&Go) for France, Spain, Portugal, and Italy are available at the ACL offices in Bertrange and Ingeldorf. You will also find motorway vignettes for Switzerland and Austria there.

We also invite vacationers to ask our experts about the environmental zones in force in major European cities. You may need to purchase Crit'Air environmental stickers in France.

Electric vehicle charging

Electric vehicle charging prices are not always transparent. Remember to bring several charging cards with you.

For your information, the ACL app lists charging stations for electric vehicles in Luxembourg. Availability is also indicated in real time.

Prepare your travel documents

Before hitting the road, check that you have all your travel documents up to date:

Valid driver's license. Some countries require an international driver's license. Be sure to check in advance.
Vehicle registration document
Proof of insurance,
Identity card or passport depending on your destination,
Green insurance card for travel abroad,
Useful emergency numbers (ACL, insurance, assistance).

In the event of a check, these documents will be essential to avoid any inconvenience.

Plan your breaks and driving time

Fatigue at the wheel is one of the main causes of accidents on holiday routes. To travel with peace of mind, follow these recommendations:

Take a break every two hours,
Take turns driving if possible.
Avoid driving during the hottest hours of the day,
Hydrate regularly.
Get a good night's sleep before you set off.

Fully equipped rest areas are available along all major European highways. Take advantage of them to relax and recharge your batteries.

ACL assistance during the holidays

Don't forget to renew your ACL Europe membership card so that you are covered in the event of a breakdown. Whatever your mode of transport, even if you are traveling in a motorhome, ACL will come to your aid.

To benefit from rapid assistance, remember to download the ACL app before you leave! A mobile e-call service is available.

The ACL assists its members in distress, regardless of the vehicle they are in. If you are not a member, remember to register before you leave. You'll have peace of mind.

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