by Easter truck driving bans in Poland. One provision makes the difference
During the Easter period in Poland, additional traffic bans apply to trucks with a gross vehicle weight exceeding 12 tonnes. The restrictions will cover three holiday days in 2026; however, the regulations provide for numerous exemptions, particularly important for international transport.
In 2026, the Easter bans will apply on the following dates:
● April 4 (Holy Saturday) – from 18:00 to 22:00
● April 5 (Easter Sunday) – from 08:00 to 22:00
● April 6 (Easter Monday) – from 08:00 to 22:00
The restrictions apply to truck traffic on roads throughout the entire country.
However, Polish regulations provide for a number of exemptions from the ban. The restrictions do not apply, among others, to vehicles transporting perishable food products, live animals, or vehicles involved in rescue operations. Of particular importance for international transport are also the exemptions concerning vehicles crossing the state border.
The ban does not apply, among others, to:
✅ vehicles returning from abroad in order to complete a road transport operation or to reach the consignee of the transported goods located in Poland.
In practice, this means three possible scenarios:
1. the vehicle returns from abroad for unloading at a consignee in Poland,
2. the vehicle returns with cargo to the company’s base, where the transport operation is suspended for the holiday period,
3. the vehicle returns empty to the base after completing a transport operation abroad.
In each of these situations, travel during the ban is permitted, as the purpose is to complete the transport operation within the territory of Poland.
✅ The regulations also allow the movement of vehicles that entered the territory of Poland outside the ban hours, within a radius of up to 50 kilometres from the border crossing point. This exemption also covers vehicles waiting at the border to leave Poland.
50 km from the border – how does this provision work?
This exemption does not allow unrestricted travel deeper into the country. It only permits reaching the nearest parking location or transport infrastructure within the 50 km zone from the border.
In practice, this most often means the possibility to:
● reach a parking area or stopping place,
● reach a terminal, logistics centre, or warehouse,
● return to the company’s base, if it is located within this zone.
This provision was introduced so that a driver who has legally crossed the border before the ban begins does not have to stop directly at the border crossing.
✅ The regulations also provide that exemptions for certain types of transport apply to empty vehicles travelling to pick up a load or returning after unloading.
Other exemptions and the detailed list of perishable goods
by Romania will shut down the toll system. Drivers will not be able to buy a vignette
CNAIR has announced a planned technical interruption that will affect the ability to purchase vignettes and pay road tolls in Romania.
On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, between 00:00 and 04:00, maintenance work will be carried out on the SIEGMCR system – responsible for issuing, managing and controlling vignettes (rovinieta*) and toll charges (peaj**).
*rovinieta = vignette (a fee for using the entire national road network for a specific period),
**peaj = an additional point toll for a specific road section.
During this time:
❌ it will not be possible to purchase a vignette,
❌ it will not be possible to pay road tolls.
The operator reminds that:
a vignette can be purchased in advance – up to 30 days before its start date,
the toll (peaj) can be paid until 24:00 on the day following the trip,
payments are available at distribution points, via SMS, as well as online and in mobile applications.
by Major disruptions ahead in Germany – A2 motorway closed, A4 with night closures
April brings significant disruptions on German motorways. According to Die Autobahn GmbH des Bundes, the A2 motorway in Dortmund will be completely closed for several days, while drivers on the A4 will face night closures. This means detours, congestion, and delays in transport.
According to official announcements by Die Autobahn GmbH des Bundes, both a multi-day full closure of the Autobahn A2 in the Dortmund area and a series of night closures on Autobahn A4 have been scheduled. These disruptions may significantly impact traffic flow, particularly in one of Europe’s key logistics regions – the Ruhr area.
A4 Bielstein – Gummersbach: 4 consecutive night closures
At the same time, disruptions are planned on the A4 motorway. The closures will take place at night and are related to road works.
❌ dates and times:
◾ night 7/8 April 20:00 – 05:00
◾ night 8/9 April 20:00 – 05:00
◾ night 9/10 April 20:00 – 05:00
◾ night 10/11 April 20:00 – 05:00
❌ section: Bielstein – Gummersbach towards Olpe
❌ detour: U67
A2 Dortmund: 4 days of full closure
The most serious disruptions concern the A2 motorway. The reason is work on a bridge structure over the Dortmund–Ems Canal. During the closure, traffic will be diverted via routes including the A1 and A45 motorways.
❌ period: from Wednesday, 15 April, 21:00 to Monday, 20 April, 05:00
❌ section: between Dortmund-Nordwest and Dortmund-Nordost towards Hanover
❌ detour: from Dortmund-Nordwest via A45 to Westhofener Kreuz, then via A1 back to A2
by Problems on a key route – Mont Blanc Tunnel to be closed at night
In April 2026, drivers using one of the most important routes between France and Italy should prepare for disruptions. The Mont Blanc Tunnel will be temporarily closed at night for several consecutive days.
A series of full night closures has been scheduled in April 2026 at the Mont Blanc Tunnel – one of the key road connections between France and Italy.
According to road authorities, the tunnel will be completely closed in both directions on the following dates:
❌ 13/14 April 2026 (Monday/Tuesday) – 22:00 – 06:00
❌ 14/15 April 2026 (Tuesday/Wednesday) – 22:00 – 06:00
❌ 15/16 April 2026 (Wednesday/Thursday) – 22:00 – 06:00
❌ 16/17 April 2026 (Thursday/Friday) – 22:00 – 06:00
The Mont Blanc Tunnel is one of the most important transport corridors connecting Western Europe with the southern part of the continent. Each closure, even at night, may lead to longer travel times, the need to choose alternative routes through other Alpine passes and tunnels, and local congestion on road infrastructure.
by Italy blocks trucks. Restrictions on April 25 and 26
On April 25 and 26, seasonal traffic restrictions will apply in Italy for trucks with a gross vehicle weight over 7.5 tonnes. The bans will cover major roads and highways across the country, and their scope and exemptions are important for companies operating international transport.
On April 25 and 26, 2026, traffic restrictions will apply in Italy for heavy goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes. The bans cover major roads and motorways nationwide.
● April 25 (Saturday) – Liberation Day: driving ban from 09:00 to 22:00
● April 26 (Sunday) – standard Sunday restrictions: driving ban from 09:00 to 22:00
❌ Key exemptions
The restrictions do not apply to:
– intermodal transport (to/from ports and terminals),
– transport of perishable goods (e.g. fresh food, flowers),
– medical transport and supply of fuel, water, energy,
– public and municipal service vehicles.
❌ Derogations for international transport
– entry into Italy: possible delay of the ban start by up to 4 hours,
– exit from Italy: possible reduction of the ban by up to 2 hours.
Additional exemptions also apply to vehicles traveling to/from Sardinia and Sicily.
by Belgium: E313/E34 motorway closed for nearly 6 days. Major disruption near Antwerp
One of the key sections of the E313/E34 motorway near Antwerp will be completely closed in both directions. The disruption will affect the stretch between the Antwerp ring road (R1) and the Wommelgem interchange, starting on Friday, 10 April at 20:00. Traffic is expected to resume on Thursday, 16 April at 05:00.
This is important information for carriers operating on the Antwerp corridor as well as for transport to and from the Port of Antwerp. Longer journey times, heavier traffic on diversion routes and possible delivery delays should be expected.
The closure is connected with the replacement of two bridges in the Deurne district, over Cornelissenlaan and Sterckshoflei. The Flemish Roads and Traffic Agency (AWV) stresses that such a long and complete closure of this section is exceptional and will cause serious traffic disruption.
For this reason, the infrastructure manager is urging drivers to avoid the area if possible. This applies in particular to heavy goods transport and international haulage.
For long-distance traffic, official diversion routes have been designated via Brussels (E40–E19) and Breda (E19). Transit traffic from Hasselt to Ghent and Antwerp, and in the opposite direction, will be routed via Brussels along the E314–E40–E19. Vehicles travelling between Liège and Antwerp should use the diversion via Brussels on the E40–E19, while traffic between Maastricht and Antwerp will be redirected via Eindhoven and Breda along the A2–A58–E19.
by Branisko Tunnel Closed. Paralysis on the D1 and Problems for Drivers
Drivers must prepare for serious disruptions in Slovakia. The Branisko tunnel on the D1 motorway will be completely closed for several days, which means detours, longer travel times, and increased traffic on alternative routes.
The closure will begin on the night of April 10–11 and will last until April 15. During this time, traffic on the Beharovce – Široké section will be completely suspended in both directions. The reason for the closure is comprehensive maintenance work, including cleaning of walls and roadway, maintenance of drainage systems, inspection of technical and safety installations, and checks of the entire tunnel infrastructure. The Branisko tunnel is one of the most important infrastructure facilities on Slovakia’s motorway network, which is why the scope of work is extensive and requires a full closure.
During the works, detours have been designated – traffic will be redirected via national road I/18 from the Beharovce junction to Branisko-východ in both directions. This means longer travel times on the east–west corridor, possible congestion on alternative routes, and the need to include detours in transport planning. Carriers should pay particular attention to increased traffic on road I/18, which will take over all motorway traffic.
by Slovenia: closures on the Ravne–Dravograd road. Detours for trucks
Weekend closures will be introduced in Slovenia on the G2-112 road section between Ravne and Dravograd. The disruptions will last from April 11 to June 14, 2026 and will involve complete traffic stoppages on selected weekends. The changes also include detours for trucks.
Weekend closures will be introduced in Slovenia on the G2-112 road section between Ravne and Dravograd. The disruptions will last from April 11 to June 14, 2026 and will involve complete traffic stoppages on selected weekends. The changes also include detours for trucks.
A series of full closures has been scheduled in Slovenia on the main road G2-112 on the Ravne–Dravograd section (km 0.500–2.100). The disruptions are due to road reconstruction and the construction of cycling infrastructure, and will apply only on weekends between April 11 and June 14, 2026. The first full closure is planned for April 11/12. Traffic will be suspended from 7:00 a.m. on Saturday until 7:00 p.m. on Sunday. Further weekend closures will depend on the progress of works and weather conditions. No closures will apply during the weekend of May 2/3.
Detours for passenger cars and trucks
During the closures, two detour options have been designated:
❌ for passenger cars and trucks without trailers: Ravne – Slovenj Gradec – Otiški Vrh
❌ for truck combinations with trailers: Ravne – Poljana – Mežica – Črna na Koroškem – Šoštanj – Velenje – Mislinja – Slovenj Gradec – Otiški Vrh
The weekend closures mean that detours will need to be planned each time for longer transit routes in the region. This applies in particular to truck combinations with semi-trailers, which will have to use an extended corridor through several towns in the Koroška region and the Šalek Valley.
by France lifts truck traffic ban for fuel deliveries until May 11
France has temporarily lifted the traffic ban for trucks delivering fuel to filling stations. Until May 11, 2026, vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of more than 7.5 tonnes may carry out such deliveries also on Sundays, public holidays, as well as on the days immediately before and after them. The decision is intended to safeguard the continuity of fuel supply to the market in view of the risk of logistical disruptions.
France has introduced a temporary exemption from the existing truck traffic bans. Until May 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of more than 7.5 tonnes transporting hydrocarbon products to filling stations may travel without restrictions on days covered by the standard bans. The change applies to companies carrying out fuel deliveries to filling stations across the country.
❌The exemption applies only to:
● fuel transport (hydrocarbon products),
● deliveries to filling stations,
● transport operations carried out by vehicles over 7.5 tonnes.
❌The exemption covers:
● Sundays and public holidays,
● the day before a public holiday and the day after a public holiday.
All other transport operations remain subject to the standard traffic bans in France.
❌Important: empty return trips and documents
The regulations also allow empty return trips after unloading within France. However, drivers must meet one key condition: during an inspection, they must be able to prove that the transport concerns fuel deliveries to filling stations. The documents must be kept in the vehicle or be immediately available in electronic form for inspection.
The French government states clearly that maintaining the continuity of fuel supplies is crucial. Behind the decision is the risk of logistical disruptions linked to the armed conflict in the Middle East. For all other carriers, nothing changes — the traffic bans remain in force.
by Montenegro blocks borders for trucks. Disruptions from April 14 to 17
Montenegro will suspend truck traffic at land border crossings from April 14 to 17. The 72-hour blockade will affect borders with five Balkan countries and may seriously disrupt transit in the region.
Montenegro is introducing a 72-hour blockade of border crossings for freight transport. The disruptions will last from April 14 (10:00 a.m.) to April 17 (10:00 a.m.) and will affect the borders with five Balkan countries.
❌ The protest will affect Montenegro’s border crossings with:
● Croatia,
● Bosnia and Herzegovina,
● Serbia,
● Kosovo,
● Albania.
This means disruptions at virtually all road entry and exit points to and from the country. The Port of Bar is expected to be excluded from the blockade and, according to announcements, will not be affected by the protest. The blockade applies only to freight transport. It does not include passenger cars or buses.
The action is organized by the association of international road carriers of Montenegro. The protest is the result of the government’s failure to implement earlier agreements, which had led to the end of the blockades in January. The blockade may lead to trucks being stopped at the borders, longer transit times, and disruptions to deliveries. In practice, the only alternative indicated in the statement is transport via the Port of Bar, which is not covered by the protest.