Hospitals, maternity wards, and clinics
Receiving treatment in hospital: admissions
In Luxembourg, hospital services are of high quality. The nursing staff are competent and speak several languages. The facilities are modern and well equipped. The safety of patients receiving care is one of the key priorities of Luxembourg's hospital 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 send the appropriate emergency services
- direct you to the nearest hospital on duty
- give you appropriate advice on how to deal with the emergency.
Find out 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 simple consultation, a scheduled hospitalization, or in case of an emergency.
For your admission, including for a scheduled appointment, you will need to go to the reception desk of the relevant department with proof of identity andproof of your insurance and any supplementary insurance. If you do not have health insurance, you will be asked to pay a deposit. You will receive the final bill by mail at a later date.
If you have any medical records or prescriptions, it is also useful to bring them with you when you are admitted.
Admission of a minor is subject to the authorization of the person with parental authority.
In the event of emergency admission, these administrative procedures may be completed at a later date.
Payment and reimbursement of hospital care
Hospitalization and medical treatment can be expensive in Luxembourg. It is therefore important to have valid health insurance coverage, either through your employer or a private policy. This will help cover the costs of your hospitalization and medical treatment.
In the case of outpatient care, the patient will pay the doctor directly upon discharge or by sending the bill to their home address. The patient must then send their claim for reimbursement to their health insurance fund.
In the case of hospitalization, the costs of the stay are generally paid by the CNS (third-party payment). However,the insured person must pay the daily contribution directly for those over 18 years of age.
In addition, supplements for a higher quality room are not covered by health insurance. The insured person must therefore have taken out supplementary health insurance in advance . Here we explain why.
For cross-border workers, please refer to the CNS procedures.
Visiting a patient in 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, there may be other reasons for prohibiting outside visitors to hospitalized patients. Check with the hospital services in advance and follow the guidelines or protocols in place.
Visiting hours for patients or sick people are strictly defined. Visitors must comply with these in order to allow patients to rest and healthcare staff to do their work. Visits are generally only allowed in the afternoons. Check directly with the hospital beforehand.
Which hospital should you go to for treatment in Luxembourg?
Luxembourg has several hospitals, both public and private. In general, public hospitals offer high-quality care, and emergency services are available in all hospitals.
Your choice of hospital may depend on factors such as your location, the type of treatment you need, and your health insurance coverage.
In Luxembourg City, there are two major hospital groups: the Robert Schuman Foundation and the Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg.
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 medically assisted reproduction (MAR) and pregnancy care.
- Orthopedics and traumatology: The Kirchberg and Zitha clinics offer excellent orthopedic care.
Robert Schuman Hospitals Foundation
Kirchberg Hospital, emergency and medical services
Kirchberg Hospital is located in Luxembourg-Kirchberg. It offers the following services:
- multidisciplinary medical services
- Pediatric polyclinic. The pediatric polyclinic is located in the same building as Kirchberg Hospital. It is accessible via the main entrance of the Bohler Clinic. The pediatric polyclinic offers general pediatric services, consultations, and hospitalizations.
It handles the following emergency situations:
- emergencies in the polyclinic 24 hours a day on days when the clinic is open and from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on days when the clinic is closed
- Pediatric emergencies 7 days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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 the Kirchberg Hospital.
The Bohler Clinic is a mother and child center. This hospital 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 Geriatric Hospital
Located in Esch-sur-Alzette, the Sainte-Marie Geriatric Clinic welcomes elderly people for:
- geriatric consultations and medical examinations,
- multi-purpose hospitalization
- geriatric rehabilitation.
- workshops on pain management and support.
The Sainte Marie Clinic works with a number of partners, including home help and care services. It thus offers its patients independence and a degree of autonomy, while ensuring their safety.
The Sainte Marie Clinic is due to close shortly. A new, similar service is planned in a new building to be constructed on the Kirchberg Hospital site on Rue Edward Steichen.
The Robert Schuman Hospitals also welcome their patients to a new radiology center located in the Cloche d'Or complex. This "GesondheetsZentrum" or health center is directly accessible from the Cloche d'Or Shopping Center parking lot.
CHL, Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg
In 2018, the CHL became the first hospital in Luxembourg to obtain the prestigious Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation. This accreditation recognizes hospitals that offer outstanding patient care and safety. It confirms that the hospital's care meets international standards. Fewer than 800 establishments worldwide have this accreditation.
Luxembourg Municipal Hospital
The Municipal Hospital is located on Route d'Arlon, in Luxembourg-Rollingergrund. It offers:
- multiple 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 set up the Breast Clinic, which is active in prevention and care through numerous initiatives and programs.
KannerKlinik Pediatric Clinic
Located in the same building as the Municipal Hospital, the Kannerklinik is a clinic and hospital for children. It offers a wide range of pediatric medical specialties. It treats children up to the age of 15.
It also provides pediatric emergency care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Kannerklinik also offers a service 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 district .
It offers several general services and general pediatric services.
Grande-Duchesse Charlotte Maternity Hospital.
The Grande-Duchesse Charlotte Maternity Hospital is the clinic for the care and treatment of women at the Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg.
It is located near the Luxembourg Municipal Hospital and the Kannerklinik.
The maternity hospital welcomes pregnant women and provides clinical care and childbirth services. Other medical services are available, geared towards women.
It also has a Mother Intensive Care Center, which is a true Mother-Child Center.
The Grande-Duchesse Charlotte maternity ward also handles maternity-related emergencies.
The CHL plans to build a new "CHL Center" by 2028 on the site of the former maternity hospital on Route d'Arlon. This ultra-modern building will house all acute clinical activities, currently located at the CGL Center and Eich Clinic, as well as the National Institute for 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, created bycontemporary artist Bettina Scholl-Sabatini, stands in front of the maternity ward.
Centre Hospitalier du Nord Ettelbrück and Wiltz
The Centre Hospitalier du Nord is a multidisciplinary public hospital. It treats patients in two hospitals, located in Wiltz and Ettelbruck. Each hospital offers its own medical and surgical specialties.
The reception and outpatient care of children is provided at both sites of the Centre Hospitalier du Nord (CHdN), Ettelbruck and Wiltz.
Both establishments provide emergency care:
- 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.
Centre Hospitalier du Sud Emile Mayrisch CHEM, Südspidol
The Centre Hospitalier Émile Mayrisch is the largest hospital in southern Luxembourg.
It is currently organized across three sites: Dudelange, Esch/Alzette, and Niederkorn. More than 250 doctors and 1,800 staff members treat over 100,000 patients per year in a wide range of medical and surgical specialties.
The hospitalin Esch-sur-Alzette now provides 24-hour emergency services for adults and children, with a resuscitation unit and intensive care units.
Once the work is complete, the Südspidol project will bring together the three entities of Esch-sur-Alzette, Dudelange, and Niederkorn on a single site in Esch-sur-Alzette. It will then offer the following services:
- polyclinic services,
- oncology rehabilitation services,
- geriatrics,
- psychiatry,
- center dedicated to Alzheimer's disease.
Located near the University of Luxembourg and research centers, this future "Sudspidol" hospital aims to be innovative, functional, humanistic, and forward-looking. It will welcome patients in a modern, bright setting with single rooms facing outward for the well-being of patients.
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 a par with the largest 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 develop and pursue its mission by equipping itself with the best technologies. This has enabled it to reduce treatment times from several weeks to just 8 or 10 days. In addition, patients benefit from the best care and follow-up by staff during treatment.
The upcoming expansion of the Südspidol in 2025 will enable the François Baclesse Center to further develop its capacity and equipment.
Rehazenter: functional rehabilitation and recovery
Rehazenter is a public hospital under the aegis of the Ministry of Health.
It specializes in the treatment, functional rehabilitation, and rehabilitation of people who have suffered accidents. It has been located in Luxembourg-Kirchberg since 2007.
Care at the Rehazenter requires a prior appointment with a doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Each patient receives a specific program tailored to their condition, provided by specialist doctors and nursing staff specializing in rehabilitation.
The 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 CHNP Neuropsychiatric Hospital Center
The Luxembourg Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital Center is located in Ettelbrück ( in the north of the country). It consists of three separate entities:
- The Rehaklinik is a psychiatric rehabilitation center for people suffering from disorders such as anxiety or depression. The aim is to rehabilitate and reintegrate people suffering from neuropsychiatric illnesses.
Patients are treated either as inpatients or outpatients. They benefit from various psychotherapeutic treatment methods such as art therapy, sports, etc., either individually or in groups. - The Pontalize Center cares for elderly people in order to maintain their vitality and independence for as long as possible. The service is organized as a day service, in a residence in an Integrated Center for the Elderly (CIPA) or in a nursing home.
Patients benefit from activities and therapeutic care. - De Park offers specific residential services for adolescents and adults with mental disabilities.
Cross-border workers can also benefit from Luxembourg hospital services. Luxembourg hospitals are equipped with modern technology. There is strong collaboration with hospitals in neighboring countries, particularly for complex cases requiring transfer.
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