The largest gas station in Europe, located in Luxembourg, is selling over 1 million liters of fuel daily during the summer season. With more than 100 pumps for cars and nearly 150 for trucks, it serves over 25,000 customers each day.
The station in Berchem, at the intersection of the A3 motorway and the E25 international road, opened in 1983. For over 25 years, two separate stations operated on either side of the highway – Berchem East and Berchem West – managed by Shell and Aral (BP group). In May 2025, a tender awarded the four-year operating contract to Q8, a European subsidiary of Kuwait Petroleum International.
Today, drivers traveling in transit to Belgium, France, and Germany can use 50 pumps for cars and 70 for trucks on each side of the road, in addition to fast-charging points for electric vehicles. The site also functions as a commercial and service center with shops and restaurants, generating extra revenue.
A magnet for fuel tourists
Luxembourg has long drawn drivers with its fuel tourism strategy. The government sets official fuel prices that apply at all stations, eliminating the search for cheaper options off the highway. According to the customs portal Douanes – Luxembourg – etat.lu, a liter of Super 95 costs 1.646 euros (around 7 PLN), Super 98 – 1.824 euros (7.82 PLN), and diesel – 1.61 euros (6.91 PLN). These prices are significantly lower than in neighboring countries due to low excise duty: 0.33 euro per liter on diesel and 0.359 euro on gasoline, plus a VAT of only 17%.
– The price difference is so substantial that drivers from France, Germany, and Belgium regularly fill up here before returning home – said a spokesperson for Kuwait Petroleum International.
A fully integrated service hub
Beyond fuel, the Berchem station has evolved into a complete travel center. Alongside the pumps, it offers electric vehicle charging stations, a range of fast-food outlets, convenience stores, and truck parking facilities. The high number of daily customers – many long-haul truck drivers – ensures steady business for the attached services. The new operator, Q8, plans to further modernize the facilities to handle growing traffic.
The station’s success underscores Luxembourg’s enduring appeal as a fuel destination. With over 100 pumps in total and round-the-clock operation, it remains a vital transit point for European road transport.
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