Luxembourg vs Northern Ireland
Advice for fans travelling to Luxembourg to see Luxembourg play Northern Ireland on 10th September 2013
Keep it safe at all times
Game: Luxembourg vs Northern Ireland
Date: 10 September 2013
Time: 8.15pm (local time)
Venue: Stade Josy Barthel, Luxembourg
As well as this advice, check out our travel advice for Luxembourg Travel Advice
Passports and visas
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You don’t need a visa to travel to the Luxembourg, but your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay
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Remember your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) but also take out travel insurance, even if you’re only going for one night - it could save you a lot of money if you get into difficulties
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You should carry your passport with you at all times for identification purposes as police officers may fine you or arrest you if you fail to do so
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You should be ready to produce an photo ID at the entrance to the stadium
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If your passport gets lost or stolen while in the Luxembourg, you will need to obtain an Emergency Travel Document from the British Embassy Luxembourg and/or Brussels, Belgium. Please call 00 32 2 287 62 11 for further information
Getting to the stadium
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The Stade Josy Barthel is located in about 10 minutes outside the city centre
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The best way to get to the stadium is by taking bus 22 from central train station. If travelling from the airport, take the 9 or 16 bus to town (centre Hamilius) and then the 22 bus to the route d’arlon football stadium (stade Josy Barthel). The other option is by taxi, this would cost +/- €20
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Address of the Stadium: Stade Josy Barthel, Route d’Arlon, L-1140 Luxembourg
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Information on Luxembourg Public Transport
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Luxembourg City Tourist Office including an Interactive City Map
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If travelling by taxi, you are advised to use major taxi companies. Costs +/- €20
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If you do pick up a taxi in the street, always check the per kilometre price, which should be clearly marked on the side of the taxi, before getting in
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Some taxis operating in areas frequented by tourists can charge highly inflated prices
At the match
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The gates will open two hours prior to kick-off
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Body search and personal belongings check will be in place. Fans are NOT allowed to bring drinks, poles, flares, weapons and celery
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Block A/B/C is designated for entrance of Northern Ireland supporters. This is on the left of the stadium
Tips
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As in any other city beware of pickpockets and bag snatchers at airports, railway stations, around the town centre and when using public transport
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Only carry what you need, leave spare cash and valuables in hotel safety deposits
British Embassy contact details
5, Boulevard Joseph II
L-1840 Luxembourg
Luxembourg
Tel: (+352) 22 98 64 - choose the option for ‘consular services’ when prompted
E-mail: [email protected]
Opening hours: Wednesday 2pm - 5.15pm, Thursday 9.15am-12pm
Emergency services numbers
• Emergencies 112
• Police 133
• Fire brigade 44 22 44
• Other emergency numbers