Specialised transport platform Nakordoni.eu has released its weekly digest of heavy-goods-vehicle restrictions across Europe for 11–17 May 2026 (week 20). Twelve countries, including Austria, Germany and Switzerland, will impose full-day or partial bans coinciding with Ascension Day on 14 May. Although Poland generally limits traffic bans to vehicles over 12 tonnes — higher than the 7.5-tonne threshold used in most EU states — Polish hauliers operating internationally must still respect neighbour rules the moment they cross the border. For example, Germany’s 00:00–22:00 ban on 14 May covers all Bundesstraßen and autobahns, while Austria’s A12 Inntal and A13 Brenner corridors will be closed to trucks for 22 hours. Manufacturers running just-in-time exports from Silesia to northern Italy via the Brenner pass should re-route through Slovenia or schedule departures after 22:00 on 14 May. Freight forwarders are also advised to issue driver attestations for perishable cargo, as exemptions vary by country and may speed up roadside checks. The bulletin is a timely reminder that Polish firms using cross-dock hubs in the Czech Republic or Slovakia could gain a competitive advantage by dispatching lighter 10-tonne units exempt from Poland’s own domestic limitations. Human-resources departments should confirm that posted drivers receive rest-day allowances in line with bans to remain compliant with EU Mobility Package rules.
Source: Nakordoni.eu
