Hospitals, maternity wards, and clinics
Receiving Hospital Care: Admissions
In Luxembourg, hospital services are of high quality. The medical staff is competent and multilingual. The facilities are modern and well-equipped. Patient safety is a key priority in Luxembourg’s hospital care system.
Emergency services in Luxembourg
In the event of a medical or life-threatening emergency, it is recommended that you first call the European emergency number 112. Depending on the patient’s needs, the operator
- will dispatch the appropriate emergency services
- direct you to the nearest on-call hospital
- will provide you with appropriate advice on how to handle the emergency.
Learn more about emergencies in Luxembourg.
If it is not a medical emergency and it is not during night hours, consult a doctor or a medical center before going to the emergency room.
Languages used in hospital services
Luxembourg has three official languages: Luxembourgish, French, and German. The country’s healthcare professionals and hospital staff speak at least one of these languages. English is also widely spoken. It is therefore very easy to make yourself understood as a foreigner arriving in Luxembourg.
Admissions to Luxembourg Hospitals
In Luxembourg, you can go to the hospital for a medical examination, a routine consultation, a scheduled admission, or in an emergency.
For your admission, including for a scheduled appointment, you must go to the reception desk of the relevant department with a valid ID, your social security card, and proof of any supplementary health insurance you may have. If you are not enrolled in health insurance, you will be asked to pay a deposit. You will receive the final bill later by mail.
If you have medical records or prescriptions, it is also helpful to bring them with you upon admission.
Admission of a minor requires authorization from the person with parental authority.
In the caseof emergency admission, these administrative procedures may be completed at a later date.
Payment and Reimbursement for Hospital Care
Hospitalization and medical treatment can be expensive in Luxembourg. It is therefore important to have valid health insurance coverage, whether through your employer or a private policy. This will help cover the costs of your hospitalization and medical treatment.
For outpatient care, the patient pays the doctor directly upon discharge or receives an invoice sent to their home. The patient must then submit a reimbursement claim to the health insurance fund.
In the case of hospitalization, the cost of the stay is generally covered by the CNS (third-party payment). However,the insured person must pay the daily copayment directly for those over 18 years of age.
Additionally, surcharges for a higher-quality room are not covered by health insurance. The insured person must therefore have taken out supplementary health insurance in advance . We explain why here.
For cross-border workers, please refer to the CNS procedures.
Visiting a patient in a hospital, clinic, or maternity ward
Visitors are generally allowed in Luxembourg hospitals, but there may be restrictions. This was particularly the case during the COVID-19 pandemic.
However, other reasons may also justify prohibiting outside visitors to a hospitalized patient. Check with hospital staffin advance and follow the current guidelines or protocols.
Visiting hours for patients are strictly defined. Visitors must adhere to these hours to allow patients to rest and healthcare staff to do their work. Generally, visits are permitted in the afternoons only. Check directly with the hospital in advance.
Which hospital should you choose for treatment in Luxembourg?
Luxembourg has several hospitals, both public and private, all equipped with modern technology. Hospital services are of very high quality. Emergency services are available in all hospitals.
Cross-border workers can also access Luxembourg’s hospital services. There is close collaboration with hospitals in neighboring countries, particularly for complex cases requiring transfer. For instance, Luxembourg treated French patients with COVID-19 in 2020
Your choice of hospital may depend on factors such as your location, the type of treatment you need, and your health insurance coverage.
Luxembourg is well-positioned in several specialties.
- Oncology (cancer): The Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg and the Robert Schuman Hospital have specialized cancer centers with multidisciplinary teams.
- Cardiology and cardiac surgery: The Robert Schuman Hospital is particularly renowned for its advanced cardiac care units.
- Fertility and gynecology: The Bohler Clinic is a leading choice for assisted reproductive technology (ART) and pregnancy care.
- Orthopedics and Traumatology: The Kirchberg and Zitha Clinics offer excellent orthopedic care.
In the City of Luxembourg, there are two major hospital groups: the Robert Schuman Foundation and the Luxembourg Hospital Center.
Robert Schuman Hospitals Foundation
Kirchberg Hospital, Emergency Room and Medical Services
Kirchberg Hospital is located in Luxembourg-Kirchberg. It offers the following services:
- multidisciplinary medical services
- pediatric outpatient clinic. The pediatricoutpatient clinic is located in the same building as Kirchberg Hospital. It is accessible via the main entrance of the Bohler Clinic. The pediatric outpatient clinic offers general pediatrics services, consultations, and hospitalizations.
It handles the following emergency situations:
- outpatient emergencies 24 hours a day on duty days and from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM on non-duty days
- pediatric emergencies 7 days a week from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Bohler Clinic, Maternity Ward, and Mother-Child Medical Center
The Bohler Clinic is also known as the Women’s Clinic in Luxembourg. It is located in Kirchberg and shares the same parking lot as Kirchberg Hospital.
The Bohler Clinic is a mother-child center. This medical facility specializes in gynecology and obstetrics. It also treats gynecological and obstetric emergencies.
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ZithaKlinik: Medicine and Surgery for Adults
The Zitha Clinic is a polyclinic specializing in adult medicine and surgery. It is located in Luxembourg-Gare. It provides emergency care from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., except on public holidays.
It is also a training center for doctors and medical staff.
Sainte-Marie Clinic Geriatric Hospital
Located in Esch-sur-Alzette, the Sainte-Marie Geriatric Clinic provides care for the elderly, including:
- geriatric medical consultations and examinations,
- general hospitalization
- geriatric rehabilitation,
- workshops on pain management and support.
The Sainte-Marie Clinic works with a number of partners, including home care and assistance services. It thus offers its patients independence and a degree of autonomy, while ensuring their safety.
The Sainte Marie Clinic is expected to close soon. A new, similar service is planned in a new building to be constructed on the grounds of the Kirchberg Hospitals, on Rue Edward Steichen.
The Robert Schuman Hospitals also welcome their patients to a new Radiology Center located within the Cloche d'Or complex. This "GesondheetsZentrum" or health center is accessible directly from the Cloche d'Or Shopping Center parking lot.
CHL, Luxembourg Hospital Center
The CHL is the first hospital in Luxembourg to have obtained, in 2018, the prestigious Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation. It recognizes hospitals that provide outstanding patient care and safety. This accreditation validates the compliance of hospital care with international standards. Fewer than 800 institutions worldwide hold this accreditation.
Luxembourg Municipal Hospital
The Luxembourg Municipal Hospital is located on Route d’Arlon in Luxembourg-Rollingergrund. It offers:
- a wide range of medical and surgical specialties
- numerous clinical services
The CHL also provides medical and dental emergency services.
The CHL is particularly involved in the fight against breast cancer. It has also established the Breast Clinic, which is active in prevention and care through numerous initiatives and programs.
KannerKlinik Pediatric Clinic
Located on the same grounds as the Municipal Hospital, the Kannerklinik is a clinic and children’s hospital. It offers a wide range of pediatric medical specialties. It treats children up to age 15.
It also provides pediatric emergency care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Kannerklinik also offers a department specifically dedicated to the treatment of pediatric cancers.
Eich Clinic or Sports Clinic
The Eich Clinic is known as the Sports Clinic. It is located in the Luxembourg-Eich neighborhood .
It offers several general services and general pediatrics.
Grand Duchess Charlotte Maternity Hospital.
The Grand Duchess Charlotte Maternity Hospital is the facility for the care and treatment of women at the Luxembourg Hospital Center.
It is located near the Luxembourg Municipal Hospital and the Kannerklinik.
The maternity ward cares for pregnant women, managing their clinical care and deliveries. Other medical services tailored for women are available.
It also offers a Mother Intensive Care Unit, making it a true Mother-Child Center.
The Grande-Duchesse Charlotte Maternity Ward also handles maternity-related emergencies.
The CHL plans to build a new “CHL Centre” by 2028 on the site of the former maternity ward on Route d’Arlon. This ultra-modern building will house all acute clinical services, currently located at the CGL Centre and Clinique d’Eich, as well as the National Institute of Cardiac Surgery and Interventional Cardiology (INCCI). This new hospital will have 474 beds in 378 rooms, 18 operating rooms, and an emergency department capable of treating more than 300 patients per day. Two helipads will serve the hospital for emergency interventions.
A monumental statue of Melusine, a workby contemporary artist Bettina Scholl-Sabatini, stands in front of the maternity ward.
Northern Hospital Center Ettelbrück and Wiltz
The Centre Hospitalier du Nord is a multidisciplinary public hospital. It treats patients at two hospitals, located in Wiltz and Ettelbruck. Each hospital offers its own medical and surgical specialties.
Outpatient care and treatment for children are available at both sites of the Centre Hospitalier du Nord (CHdN), Ettelbruck and Wiltz.
Both facilities handle emergencies:
- Ettelbruck 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Wiltz on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on weekends from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Emile Mayrisch Southern Hospital Center (CHEM), Südspidol
The Emile Mayrisch Hospital Center is the largest hospital center in southern Luxembourg.
It is currently organized across three sites: Dudelange, Esch-sur-Alzette, and Niederkorn. More than 250 doctors and 1,800 staff members treat over 100,000 patients annually across numerous medical and surgical specialties.
The Esch-sur-Alzette hospital currently houses, in particular, 24-hour emergency departments for adults and children, including an intensive care unit and intensive care wards.
Upon completion of the construction work, the Südspidol project will consolidate the three facilities in Esch-sur-Alzette, Dudelange, and Niederkorn into a single site in Esch-sur-Alzette. It will thenoffer the following services:
- outpatient services,
- rehabilitation oncology,
- geriatrics,
- psychiatry,
- a center dedicated to Alzheimer’s disease.
Located near the University of Luxembourg and research centers, this future “Sudspidol” hospital aims to be innovative, functional, patient-centered, and forward-looking. It will provide patients with a modern, bright environment featuring private rooms that face outward to promote patient well-being.
François Baclesse Center: Cancer Treatment
The François Baclesse Center is Luxembourg’s National Radiotherapy Center for cancer care and oncology. It is located in Esch-sur-Alzette, within the Emile Mayrisch Hospital.
It offers patients curative and palliative care facilities on par with the leading European treatment centers. The Center actively participates in clinical cancer research alongside regional and international centers.
Today, after 20 years of operation, an average of nearly 1,400 patients are treated there each year, 90% of whom are Luxembourg residents.
The François Baclesse Center continues to grow and fulfill its mission by equipping itself with the latest technologies. This has enabled it to reduce treatment durations, which have dropped from several weeks to just 8 or 10 days. Additionally, patients receive the highest quality care and follow-up from staff throughout their treatment.
The upcoming renovation of the Südspidol in 2025 will allow the François Baclesse Center to further expand its capacity and facilities.
Rehazenter: Functional Rehabilitation and Recovery
Rehazenter is a public hospital under the auspices of the Ministry of Health.
It specializes in the treatment, functional rehabilitation, and recovery of people who have suffered accidents. It has been located in Luxembourg-Kirchberg since 2007 .
Receiving care at Rehazenter requires a prior appointment with a physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Each patient receives a specific program tailored to their condition, provided by specialist physicians and healthcare staff trained in rehabilitation.
Rehazenter has developed partnerships with sports federations for people with disabilities. These partnerships are active in the fields of basketball, swimming, gymnastics, soccer, and table tennis.
Rehaklinik Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital (CHNP)
The Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital of Luxembourg is located in Ettelbrück ( inthe north of the country). It consists of three distinct units:
- The Rehaklinik is a psychiatric rehabilitation center for people suffering from conditions such as anxiety or depression. The goal is the rehabilitation and reintegration of people with neuropsychiatric disorders.
Patients are treated either through inpatient care or on an outpatient basis. They benefit from various psychotherapeutic treatment methods, such as art therapy and sports, offered individually or in groups. - The Pontalize Center cares for the elderly to help them maintain their vitality and independence for as long as possible. Services are organized as day care, residential care in an Integrated Center for the Elderly (CIPA), or in a nursing home.
Patients benefit from recreational activities and therapeutic care. - De Park offers specialized residential services for adolescents and adults with intellectual disabilities.
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