Calendar of HGV driving restrictions in Europe
Updated: (Europe/Kyiv)
Is there a truck driving ban in Europe today?
Truck driving bans are active in Europe today (11 лип. 2026 р.) in: Austria, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Germany, Spain, France, Greece, Croatia, Hungary, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Slovakia.
No — today (11 лип. 2026 р.) there is no heat driving ban for trucks in Ukraine.
Applies to trucks over 24 t (or 7 t axle load), 10:00–22:00, when air temperature exceeds +28°C, on state-significance roads.
Ukraine: summer heat truck ban →
Computed from the weather forecast — verify with the local road service (Служба автомобільних доріг). restoration.gov.ua
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The truck traffic ban calendar shows current restrictions for trucks in European countries. Bans are mainly in effect on weekends and holidays in Austria, Germany, France, Switzerland, Italy, and other countries.
Check the bans before every trip! Violations can result in significant fines. Our calendar is regularly updated based on official sources.
Ukraine: summer heat truck ban — Applies to trucks over 24 t (or 7 t axle load), 10:00–22:00, when air temperature exceeds +28°C, on state-significance roads.
Each European country enforces its own truck driving ban rules. Below is a summary of the key regulations, fine amounts, and exemptions for every country covered by our calendar. Weight thresholds, ban hours, and penalty levels differ significantly — knowing these details can save you thousands of euros.
| Country | t | Fines for violations | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| > 7.5 t | Administrative fine (varies); foreign drivers may be required to pay an on-the-spot deposit of up to €1,308. | ASFINAG / BMK | |
| > 7.5 t | Driver €120 (unauthorised driving); vehicle owner up to €570; plus 1 point in Flensburg. | Federal Office for Logistics and Mobility (BALM); § 30(3) StVO | |
| > 3.5 t | Fine from CHF 500 (~€460) for the Sunday/holiday 00:00–24:00 ban (>3.5 t). | Federal Roads Office (FEDRO/ASTRA) | |
| > 7.5 t | Driver up to €750; company up to €3,750; driving ban up to 3 years possible. | Ministry of Transport (Bison Futé) | |
| > 7.5 t | Fine from €300 (higher for repeat offences). | Ministry of Infrastructure & Transport (MIT) | |
| > 7.5 t | Fine from CZK 5,000 (~€200). | Ministry of Transport (MDČR) | |
| > 7.5 t | Fine for violation under Government Decree 190/2008 (amount varies). | Govt Decree 190/2008 (MKFE traffic info) | |
| > 7.5 t | Fine from €300 (Sunday/holiday ban, >7.5 t). | Ministry of Interior | |
| > 7.5 t | Fine up to €1,800 (driver and haulier liable); vehicle may be seized. | DARS / promet.si | |
| > 7.5 t | Driver ~€65; company ~€665 + responsible person ~€130 (legacy HRK 500 / 5,000 / 1,000). | Croatian Roads (Hrvatske ceste) / HAK | |
| > 7.5 t | Fine RON 30,000–50,000; driver & haulier liable up to ~€1,800. | CNAIR (National Roads Company) | |
| > 7.5 t | Driver fine up to €250. | Police Grand-Ducale (Code de la route) | |
| > 3.5 t | Fine from CHF 500 (~€460) for the Sunday/holiday 00:00–24:00 ban (>3.5 t). | National Administration (Landesverwaltung) | |
| > 12 t | Driver 200–500 PLN; carrier 2,000 PLN; transport officer 1,000 PLN. | GDDKiA; Regulation of 31 July 2007 | |
| > 12 t | Fine for violation (amount varies); heat-wave bans issued in advance by the Road Infrastructure Agency (API). | Road Infrastructure Agency (API) | |
| > 3.5 t | Administrative fine (from ~€400); restriction days and hours set annually by the Hellenic Police per route (e.g. Athens–Thessaloniki, holiday/summer peaks). | Hellenic Police / Ministry of Infrastructure & Transport |
Always keep your CMR consignment note, ATP certificate (for perishable goods), and vehicle registration accessible. Some countries (Austria, Switzerland) require proof of exemption at roadside checks.
Pull over safely and present your documents. If carrying exempt goods, show your ATP certificate or delivery documentation. In some countries, your vehicle may be held until the ban period ends.
Plan rest stops near borders before ban periods start. Use our interactive calendar above to check upcoming bans for every country on your route. Consider alternative routes through countries with shorter or no ban windows.
Ban periods count as rest time on your tachograph if you are stationary. Plan your mandatory 45-hour weekly rest to coincide with weekend bans to maximize efficiency.
Bans are most often in effect on weekends (Saturday-Sunday), public holidays, and the day before holidays. Times may vary by country — typically from 22:00 to 22:00 the next day.
Austria, Germany, and Switzerland have the strictest restrictions. In Austria, bans apply almost every weekend and all major holidays. Switzerland bans all trucks over 3.5 tons for the full 24 hours on Sundays plus a daily night ban 22:00–05:00. Fines in Switzerland and Austria can exceed 5,000 EUR.
Fines range from 75 EUR in Germany to over 10,000 CHF in Switzerland. In Austria fines reach 5,000 EUR, Italy 422–1,697 EUR, France up to 1,500 EUR. Your vehicle may also be detained until the ban period ends, causing additional costs for parking, delays, and missed deliveries.
Yes, Germany has additional summer bans from July 1 to August 31 for trucks over 7.5 tons on designated motorways on Saturdays from 7:00 to 20:00. Czech Republic and Slovakia also enforce Saturday restrictions during summer. France adds extra Bison Fute restrictions on heavy traffic days.
In most countries, bans apply to all trucks over 7.5 tons (3.5 tons in Switzerland and Liechtenstein) regardless of load. Some countries exempt empty vehicles returning from a delivery (Slovakia), but this is rare. The weight threshold refers to the maximum authorized mass, not actual load.
Use the country filter on our ban calendar. For each country, we show the exact ban schedule, exception days, and special conditions.
Most countries exempt perishable goods transport, but requirements vary. Austria and Germany require a valid ATP certificate proving the vehicle is equipped for temperature-controlled transport. Switzerland grants almost no exemptions — not even for perishable goods. Always carry your ATP documentation.
The Inntal (A12) and Brenner (A13) motorways in Austria have additional sectoral driving bans restricting specific categories of goods. Night bans (22:00–05:00) apply to trucks without a Larmarm (low-noise) certificate. These restrictions are separate from the general weekend bans and aim to reduce transit traffic through the Alps.
Ban times differ by country, so a route crossing Austria (ban starts Sat 15:00) into Italy (ban starts Sun 08:00) requires careful timing. Use our calendar to check each country on your route. Plan rest stops at border areas to wait out bans, and consider alternative routes through countries with shorter ban windows.
Switzerland and Liechtenstein enforce a daily night ban from 22:00 to 05:00, year-round. Austria has night bans on specific Alpine routes (A12, A13) for trucks without low-noise certification. Other countries do not have general night bans, though some cities and regions may impose local restrictions.