German Unity Day on October 3 with HGV restrictions also in Austria and Luxembourg
Since German Unity Day is a nationwide public holiday, there is a driving ban for vehicles with a GVW over 7.5 tons, which is in effect along the entire road network from 00:00 to 10:00 PM.
⭕ Germany – the HGV driving ban will apply from 00:00 to 10:00 PM along the entire road network in all federal states. For a list of exceptions, click HERE.
In order to prevent traffic jams at the borders, Austria and Luxembourg have also introduced restrictions on HGV traffic on this day.
⭕ Austria – the HGV driving ban will be in effect on the A13 motorway towards Germany from 00:00 to 10:00 PM. For a list of exceptions, click HERE.
⭕ Luxembourg – the HGV driving ban will be in effect on all roads leading to Germany between 00:00 and 9:45 PM. For a list of exceptions, click HERE.
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