530 people were turned away from the border between Luxembourg and Rheinland-Pfalz, while 150 were denied entry between Saarland and the Grand Duchy on Monday and Tuesday. Border crossings are only to be permitted to those with valid reasons, such as commuters, transport of goods and craftsmen.
A Saarland police spokesperson said there were significantly fewer people on the roads on Tuesday morning, as many citizens are adjusting to the fact they can no longer cross the border. Saarland has begun to close a number of the smaller roads which connect the two countries, in order to direct traffic over the main roads. They said they did not have sufficient staff to police the smaller roads.
German and French residents who are employed in Luxembourg can apply for a certificate on the government website, which their employers should sign to allow access over the border.
Germany is also monitoring the border with France.
