With the holiday season fast approaching, burglars are taking advantage of the longer nights, prompting the Luxembourg police to offer advice on protecting your home.
As the winter holidays approach, so does an unfortunate increase in burglaries, especially during the darker months.
In Luxembourg, break-ins tend to rise not just during the summer months, but also during the winter holidays. The early onset of darkness plays right into the hands of burglars.
So, how can you protect your home while you are away for the holidays? The Luxembourg police's prevention service offers several practical suggestions to help keep your property safe.
First and foremost, the usual precautions apply: lock all doors and windows, including those to the cellar and garage, and activate your alarm system if you have one. It is also advisable to inform trusted individuals, such as neighbours, friends, or family, about your absence, and ask them to keep an eye on your home.
Additionally, you can use the police's 'Going on Holiday' service, which allows you to register your absence through an online form. During your time away, police patrols will periodically check your home. The service is popular, with many people utilising it each year. However, the police emphasise that this should not be your only line of defence. It is important to also have a reliable person watching over your home and reporting any suspicious activity.
The registration form for the 'Going on Holiday' service is available on this website.
Another key recommendation from the police involves social media behaviour. While sharing holiday photos or videos online may seem harmless, it can inadvertently alert burglars to an empty home. To protect your property, consider adjusting your privacy settings, and avoid announcing your absence in real time. It is safer to post your holiday photos after you return home.
