by Norway relaxes regulations for truck drivers after landslide on E6 route
Following a landslide in Levanger, Norway, which blocked a key section of the E6 transport route, authorities have introduced extraordinary measures for hauliers. The Norwegian Public Roads Administration has issued a temporary exemption from driving and rest time regulations to reduce the impact of long delays caused by detours.
rucks up to 50 tons may use local road 755, while modular combinations must take an alternative route through Sweden via the E14, significantly extending transport time. Therefore, from August 30 to September 6, 2025 (or until the E6 reopens), the following modified limits apply:
❌ daily driving time extended to 10 hours (instead of 9),
❌ weekly to 60 hours (instead of 56),
❌ and within two weeks to 100 hours (instead of 90).
Drivers may also take up to five reduced daily rests between two weekly breaks (previously only three were allowed).
Additionally, to ensure the smooth flow of goods, the Swedish Customs Authority has introduced simplified procedures for goods destined for the Norwegian market. Until September 3, it is possible to use the designated route via E14 Storlien and road 322/FV72 to Verdal, without loading, unloading, or stopping on Swedish territory. Authorities stress that these measures are temporary and aim to maintain supply chain continuity in the face of unexpected disruptions.
Source: Norwegian Public Roads Administration
by Austria: Night-time closures of the Arlberg Tunnel from 22 September this year
The Arlberg Tunnel on Austria’s S16 road will be completely closed due to maintenance works from Monday, 22 September to Friday, 26 September 2025, each night between 20:00 and 04:00.
During this period, traffic will be diverted via the B197 Arlbergstraße, between the junction with the S16 and the national border at the Arlberg Pass. To ensure smooth traffic flow, the ban on motor vehicles with trailers, which normally applies to this section, will be lifted for the duration of the maintenance works.
by Belgium: Night closures of the E25/E40 connection at the Burenville interchange
Drivers in Belgium face further disruptions. Due to renovation works on the bridge at interchange no. 33 Burenville, night closures of the E25/E40 connection have been introduced.
▪️ September 29/30 (22:00 – 05:00) – closure of the E25/E40 connection at the Burenville interchange in the direction of Luxembourg.
▪️ September 30/October 1 (22:00 – 05:00) – full closure in the direction of Brussels on the section from interchange no. 39 “Chênée” to interchange no. 35 “Avroy-Laveu.”
▪️ October 1/2 and October 2/3 (22:00 – 05:00) – in the direction of Luxembourg, closure of the connection at the Burenville interchange, and in the direction of Brussels, full closure from interchange no. 39 “Chênée” to interchange no. 35 “Avroy-Laveu.”
Detours have been designated for drivers. However, crossing the bridge at the Burenville interchange will remain possible with one lane open in each direction.
by Netherlands: Weekend closures of A16 and A13 ahead of the opening of the new motorway
After six years of intensive infrastructure works, drivers in the Rotterdam region will finally see the opening of the new A16 motorway together with the Rottemeren tunnel. The route will be put into operation in stages in October 2025, with the key element of the project being its integration with the existing A13 and A16 motorways.
After six years of construction, the new A16 Rotterdam motorway with the Rottemeren tunnel will be opened in stages in October 2025.
➡️ The southbound direction (Dordrecht/Breda) will open on Monday, October 6 at 05:00.
➡️ The northbound direction (Delft/The Hague) will open on Monday, October 27 at 05:00.
To connect the new motorway with the existing A13 and A16 routes, two major weekend closures are planned:
⏺️ From Friday, October 3 at 22:00 until Monday, October 6 at 05:00:
▪️ A13 motorway closed between Delft-Zuid (TU Delft) and the Kleinpolderplein interchange, including the Ruyven service area.
▪️ N209 road closed between Vliegveldweg and N472 (Bergschenhoek).
⏺️ From Friday, October 24 at 22:00 until Monday, October 27 at 05:00:
▪️ The main carriageway of A16 and the parallel carriageway closed to through traffic between the Ridderkerk and Terbregseplein interchanges, including ramps 24, 25 and 26.
▪️ A13 motorway closed between the Kleinpolderplein interchange and Delft-Zuid (TU Delft), including the Vrijenban service area.
▪️ N209 road closed between N472 (Bergschenhoek) and Vliegveldweg.
Rijkswaterstaat advises drivers to plan their journeys in advance and use alternative routes during the weekend closures. These closures are essential for connecting the new A16 with the existing motorway network, ensuring smooth traffic flow once the entire section is opened.
by Traffic Disruptions and Detours on A4 Zgorzelec–Dresden. Tunnel Closed on Wednesday, October 1
On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, drivers will face major disruptions on the A4 motorway in Saxony.
Autobahn GmbH des Bundes (Eastern Branch) has announced a complete closure of the Königshainer Berge tunnel in both directions – toward Dresden and Görlitz – due to essential maintenance work. The closure will apply to both lanes in the currently operational section with two-way traffic. It will be in effect from 07:00 until approximately 16:00.
During the closure, marked detours will be in place – from the Nieder Seifersdorf interchange (92) to the Kodersdorf interchange (93) and in the opposite direction. The Königshainer Berge tunnel is an important point along the route between Zgorzelec and Dresden, and drivers using the A4 motorway on the German side should expect significant disruptions.
by German Unity Day: 22-Hour Truck Ban + Additional Restrictions in Neighboring Countries
On October 3, Germany celebrates one of its most important national holidays – German Unity Day. In 2025, the holiday falls on a Friday, which has implications for international transport.
According to German regulations, on public holidays a driving ban applies to trucks with a gross vehicle weight exceeding 7.5 tons. The restriction will be in force from 00:00 to 22:00 across the entire road network in all federal states.
List of exemptions from the bans:
Restrictions in neighboring countries
To avoid traffic congestion at the borders, Austria and Luxembourg have also introduced restrictions for trucks heading to Germany on this day:
❌ Austria – the ban applies from 00:00 to 22:00 on the A12 and A13 motorways for vehicles traveling towards Germany.
❌ Luxembourg – the ban applies from 00:00 to 21:45 for trucks heading towards Germany.
In both countries, exemptions from the bans are provided for, similar to those in Germany.
by Czech Republic: Complete Closure of D8 Motorway from October 2
Between October 2 and 8, 2025, drivers can expect significant disruptions on the D8 motorway in the Czech Republic. The third and final phase of renovation works and modernization of technological systems in the Panenská and Libouchec tunnels will begin.
As a result, the section of the motorway between the 80th and 87th kilometer will be closed in both directions. Detour routes will be identical to those used in previous phases. The police report that additional patrols will be deployed on local roads to ensure traffic flow and safety.
❌ Detour from Germany (to the Czech Republic)
▪ Exit D8 at the 87th kilometer
▪ Route 248 through Petrovice
▪ Turn onto Route 528 towards Libouchec
▪ Proceed along section of Route I/13
▪ Rejoin D8 at the 80th kilometer
❌ Detour from the Czech Republic (to Germany)
▪ Exit D8 at the 80th kilometer
▪ Proceed along Route I/13 towards Varvažov
▪ Turn onto Route 248 towards Petrovice
▪ Rejoin D8 at the 87th kilometer
At four key intersections, road police patrols will be present, additionally supported by a mobile unit. Their tasks will include: supervising compliance with temporary traffic signs, directing traffic in case of congestion, ensuring safety on the detour routes. Additionally, to improve traffic flow:
◾ Information boards have been installed at the Petrovice intersection for vehicles coming from Germany
◾ On two critical uphill sections towards Petrovice, the road surface has been roughened to minimize the risk of wheel slippage for heavy vehicles and the formation of traffic jams
The police urge truck and car drivers to follow the regulations and traffic signs. Wherever possible, it is recommended to choose alternative border crossings on the Czech–Germany route, as traffic congestion may occur on the detour routes.
by Austria: New Nighttime Truck Bans in Force Until 17 October
In Tyrol, renovation works on the Lueg Bridge are ongoing. The truck traffic restrictions currently in place during the daytime remain valid until 2 October. From 6 to 17 October, a new stage of restrictions will be introduced, this time at night.
During the day, only one lane in each direction will be available on the Lueg Bridge, while the main construction work will take place at night. To ensure safety, a traffic ban for trucks over 3.5 tonnes has been imposed. The ban will apply on the following nights, from Monday to Thursday night (i.e. until Friday at 05:00 a.m.):
❌ A12 Inntal and A13 Brenner – both directions (*if the destination of the journey is the Nößlach – Brenner Nord section)
◾ 6 – 7 October 21:00 – 05:00
◾ 7 – 8 October 21:00 – 05:00
◾ 8 – 9 October 21:00 – 05:00
◾ 9 – 10 October 21:00 – 05:00
◾ 13 – 14 October 21:00 – 05:00
◾ 14 – 15 October 21:00 – 05:00
◾ 15 – 16 October 21:00 – 05:00
◾ 16 – 17 October 21:00 – 05:00
*The phrase “if the destination of the journey is the Nößlach – Brenner Nord section” in practice means that the nighttime truck ban only applies to vehicles that must cross the Lueg Bridge – i.e. their route necessarily requires travelling on the specific A13 section between the Nößlach junction and Brenner Nord. If a truck is travelling on a different route that does not require use of this section, the ban does not apply.
❌ A13 Brenner – northbound (towards Innsbruck)
◾ 6 – 7 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 7 – 8 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 8 – 9 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 9 – 10 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 13 – 14 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 14 – 15 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 15 – 16 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 16 – 17 October 22:00 – 05:00
❌ A13 Brenner – Matrei-Steinach to Brenner Nord section, both directions
◾ 6 – 7 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 7 – 8 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 8 – 9 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 9 – 10 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 13 – 14 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 14 – 15 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 15 – 16 October 22:00 – 05:00
◾ 16 – 17 October 22:00 – 05:00
To enforce the bans, control points will be set up in Oberland (Pettnau) and in the Kufstein area, to ensure that trucks over 3.5 tonnes do not enter the Lueg Bridge at night. Vehicles whose destination requires crossing the bridge will be turned back. Inspections also cover the entry from Italy onto the A13 via the Brenner Pass heading towards Germany, where trucks over 3.5 tonnes will be turned back to Italy after 22:00.
The bans are enforced jointly by the police and ASFINAG. Vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes may pass over the bridge using a single lane, while buses are diverted regionally via the B182. For trucks over 3.5 tonnes and for vehicles with trailers, no diversion via this route is available.
by Spain A-7: Partial Reopening of Aguadulce Tunnels for ADR Trucks
As of 6 October 2025, trucks transporting dangerous goods (ADR) can once again use the Aguadulce tunnels on the A-7 motorway in Spain, but only in the direction of Murcia. Restrictions and detours remain in place for traffic heading toward Algeciras.
The Spanish Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) announced that from Monday, 6 October, at 07:00, passage for vehicles carrying dangerous goods through the Aguadulce tunnels on the A-7 motorway (km 795–797) in the direction of Murcia has been reinstated.
In the opposite direction, toward Algeciras, restrictions remain in effect until roadworks are fully completed. For vehicles transporting dangerous goods, the following detours have been designated:
✅ Route 1: Puerto Lumbreras – A-91 – A-92N – A-92 – A-44 – A-7 to Motril
✅ Route 2: Almería exit (Viator, A-7/A-92 junction) – A-92 – A-44 – A-7 to Motril
by Belgium – Night closures on E19 may cause delays
From Wednesday, October 8 to Sunday, October 12, 2025, truck drivers heading towards Antwerp and Ghent should expect nighttime closures on the E19 motorway near the Antwerpen-Noord interchange.
The Flemish Agency for Roads and Traffic (Agentschap Wegen en Verkeer – AWV) has announced maintenance and resurfacing works to be carried out during this period.
The Flemish Agency for Roads and Traffic (Agentschap Wegen en Verkeer – AWV) has announced maintenance and resurfacing works to be carried out during this period.
During the works, the E19 towards Antwerp/Ghent will be completely closed. The roadworks schedule is as follows:
⭕ Wednesday to Friday: between 21:00 and 05:00
⭕ Saturday morning: until 07:30
⭕ Sunday morning: until 08:30
⭕ Saturday evening: works will start at 22:00 (one hour later than on other days)
Traffic will be diverted via the A12 motorway:
⭕ Exit Ekeren (16)
⭕ then Noorderlaan (N180)
⭕ rejoining the A12 towards Antwerp
During the day, the E19 will remain open, but traffic will run on the asphalt base layer with temporary yellow markings.
No disruptions are expected in the direction of the Netherlands.