What are driving bans?

Driving bans (also called “lkw-verbote” or “truck restrictions”) are time-specific limitations that prevent heavy goods vehicles (typically over 7.5 tons) from operating on certain roads or regions. These bans are most commonly enforced on weekends and public holidays, especially in countries like Germany, France, Italy, and Austria.

Key summer restrictions to be aware of:

  • Germany: The regular Sunday and public holiday driving ban is extended during July and August to include Saturdays from 7:00 to 20:00 on specific highways.
  • Austria: Weekend bans apply from Saturday 15:00 to Sunday 22:00, with additional summer bans on routes heading toward Italy and Slovenia.
  • France: Trucks are banned from driving from Saturday 22:00 to Sunday 22:00, with additional summer restrictions on holiday weekends.
  • Italy: Nationwide bans apply on Sundays and certain Saturdays during peak summer hours. Extra holiday restrictions are added throughout August.1

Impact on transport planning

These bans require our planners and dispatchers to be even more agile. Routes and delivery schedules will be adjusted in advance to comply with national regulations and avoid unnecessary delays. We also ensure that our drivers are fully informed and supported during these periods.

Stay informed

We advise our partners and customers to keep these dates in mind when scheduling deliveries across Europe. vidaXL Forwarding will continue to monitor regulatory updates and adapt our operations accordingly.

For more information or specific questions about driving bans in your delivery area, feel free to contact our transport team.