Healthcare and emergencies
112, hospitals, pharmacies and insurance.
For a life-threatening emergency call 112; local police, ambulance and fire numbers can vary by jurisdiction, so save them for the side where you stay.
Confirm whether the hospital or clinic is public or private and whether your policy provides direct billing.
Carry passport, insurance details, medication list, allergies and prescriptions; brand names may differ.
Duty-pharmacy schedules change daily and by district; use the current pharmacy/chamber listing, not an old screenshot.
Travel insurance should explicitly cover both sides, planned activities and medical evacuation where needed.
Frequently asked questions
What should I know before making a decision?
For a life-threatening emergency call 112; local police, ambulance and fire numbers can vary by jurisdiction, so save them for the side where you stay. Confirm whether the hospital or clinic is public or private and whether your policy provides direct billing. Carry passport, insurance details, medication list, allergies and prescriptions; brand names may differ. Duty-pharmacy schedules change daily and by district; use the current pharmacy/chamber listing, not an old screenshot. Travel insurance should explicitly cover both sides, planned activities and medical evacuation where needed.