Country rules at a glance

The mileage-based GO toll applies on motorways and expressways to vehicles with a technically permissible maximum laden mass over 3.5 t.

The nationwide weekend ban generally runs from Saturday 15:00 to Sunday 22:00, and on public holidays from 00:00 to 22:00, for the specified heavy vehicles and combinations.

From 1 November to 15 April, vehicles over 3.5 t need winter tyres on at least one driven axle and must carry chains for at least two driven wheels.

Regional, night and Alpine transit-corridor restrictions can be stricter, so check the exact route before departure.

The federal HGV toll applies to vehicles with a technically permissible maximum laden mass over 3.5 t on the tolled road network, subject to exemptions.

On Sundays and public holidays, the nationwide ban generally runs from 00:00 to 22:00 for trucks over 7.5 t and trucks with trailers. Extra summer Saturday bans apply on selected routes.

Environmental zones may require an emissions sticker, and local access rules can differ by city.

Public holidays differ by federal state, so check the route calendar as well as the destination.

Motorway tolls are generally distance-based and depend on the vehicle class, including axle count and front-axle height.

The 2026 national calendar restricts goods vehicles over 7.5 t on extra-urban roads on holidays and other high-traffic dates.

ZTL and low-emission access rules are set locally and are often camera-enforced.

Check the current annual decree and municipal access permits before entering major cities.

Allow for motorway tolls and route-specific bridge or tunnel charges; the applicable vehicle class depends on the vehicle configuration.

Goods vehicles over 7.5 t are generally restricted from Saturday 22:00 to Sunday 22:00 and from 22:00 before a public holiday until 22:00 on the holiday. Extra seasonal dates may apply.

Crit’Air rules can apply in low-emission zones, and vehicles over 3.5 t must display the required blind-spot markings.

Winter equipment can be compulsory in designated mountain areas; verify the route and local zone rules before dispatch.

Budget separately for route-specific charges such as crossings, tunnels and urban charging zones.

HGV speed limits depend on road type and differ across Great Britain; posted signs and local weight restrictions take priority.

Clean Air Zones can charge HGVs, while London applies separate Low Emission Zone standards to heavy vehicles.

For relevant goods operations, check UK assimilated or AETR driver-hours rules and any route-specific booking or permit requirements.

The performance-related LSVA charge applies to goods vehicles and trailers over 3.5 t and is based on weight, emissions and kilometres driven in Switzerland.

Heavy goods vehicles are subject to Sunday and night driving bans; exceptional journeys require authorisation.

Foreign vehicles must be registered for LSVA before entry unless mileage is recorded through an approved electronic service.

Check tunnel, dangerous-goods and special-transport restrictions before selecting an Alpine route.

Since 1 July 2026, N2 and N3 trucks over 3.5 t pay a kilometre-based truck toll on almost all motorways and selected provincial and municipal roads; an active OBU is required.

Truck overtaking bans can apply on signed motorway sections, especially during peak periods.

Municipal environmental and zero-emission zones can restrict access or require a compliant vehicle.

Confirm that the OBU is active and check municipal delivery windows before entering city centres.

The e-TOLL system is mandatory on designated toll roads for vehicles and combinations with a maximum permissible weight over 3.5 t, as well as buses.

From 26 June to 30 August 2026, summer weekend bans apply to vehicles over 12 t: Friday 18:00–22:00, Saturday 08:00–14:00 and Sunday 08:00–22:00.

Holiday bans for vehicles over 12 t also apply on selected days, with exemptions for certain cargo and operations.

The toll network and rates changed in 2026, so verify the current road list and payment setup before travel.

The Viapass kilometre charge applies to goods vehicles over 3.5 t. A working OBU is required, and rates vary by region, vehicle weight and emissions. A CO₂ surcharge applies in Flanders from 1 July 2026.

Regional and local access rules, tunnel restrictions and temporary traffic measures can affect HGV movements. Check the current route before departure.

Low-emission access rules apply in several urban areas and are managed locally or regionally. Verify the destination city’s current LEZ rules before entry.

Keep the OBU switched on across the Belgian road network, verify the registered vehicle data and check regional access rules before dispatch.

Vehicles over 3.5 t pay electronic distance-based tolls on motorways and tolled sections of Class I roads. The vehicle must be registered in the electronic toll system before using a tolled section.

Vehicles over 7.5 t and vehicles over 3.5 t with a trailer are restricted on motorways and Class I roads on Sundays and public holidays from 13:00 to 22:00. Summer Friday and Saturday restrictions also apply from July to August.

Local access and environmental restrictions may apply in cities. Road signs, municipal rules and route-specific restrictions remain decisive.

Register the vehicle for electronic tolling before entering tolled roads and check the weekly and summer driving-ban window before departure.

Vehicles with a maximum authorised weight over 3.5 t are subject to electronic tolls on specified road sections. Registration and the correct on-board toll equipment are required before using charged sections.

Vehicles over 7.5 t and vehicles over 3.5 t with a trailer are restricted on motorways, expressways and Class I roads on Sundays and the last public-holiday day from 00:00 to 22:00. Additional summer Saturday restrictions apply in July and August.

Local weight, access and temporary traffic restrictions may apply. Check road signs and current local measures for the planned route.

Confirm toll registration, vehicle data and the current driving-ban window. For N2 and N3 vehicles, winter-tyre requirements also apply during the statutory winter period.

The HU-GO system charges distance-based tolls for vehicles over 3.5 t on the tolled road network. Toll rates changed in stages during 2026, and the tolled network was also extended in 2026.

Weekend and holiday truck restrictions apply to vehicles over 7.5 t, with seasonal schedules and exemptions. Authorities may temporarily modify or partly lift the restriction, for example during extreme weather.

Local weight and access restrictions may apply in Budapest and other urban areas. Check signage, local permits and the exact delivery route.

Verify the current HU-GO vehicle, axle and emission data and check the latest weekend truck-stop notice before departure.

Vehicles over 3.5 t use the DarsGo electronic toll system on tolled roads. A functioning DarsGo unit or compatible toll service is required before driving on charged sections.

Vehicles over 7.5 t are generally restricted on Sundays and public holidays from 08:00 to 22:00, with additional summer Saturday restrictions. Special seasonal and route-specific rules can apply on coastal corridors.

Local access, weight and temporary traffic restrictions may apply. Check current road information, especially for Alpine, coastal and border routes.

Confirm DarsGo status and check current HGV restrictions before departure. In 2026, additional overtaking restrictions also apply to heavy vehicles on selected motorway corridors.

Toll treatment is route-specific rather than a single nationwide HGV kilometre system. Charges can still apply on specific toll roads, concessions or infrastructure, so check the planned route.

DGT traffic measures for 2026 restrict goods vehicles over 7.5 t on specified roads, dates and time windows. Regional authorities can also apply additional restrictions.

Low-emission zones are established by municipalities under national rules. Access conditions differ by city, so check the current ZBE requirements for every urban destination.

Check the current DGT restriction calendar, any regional measures and the destination city’s ZBE rules before dispatch.

As of August 2026, freight trucks of 12 t or more pay a kilometre-based and CO₂-differentiated road toll on the covered Danish road network. Payment can be handled through a provider or a digital KmToll ticket.

Temporary, local and route-specific restrictions can apply, including bridge and urban requirements. Check current traffic information for the planned route.

The truck toll is higher in Danish low-emission zones, including Copenhagen, Frederiksberg, Odense, Aarhus and Aalborg.

The current 2026 toll threshold is 12 t. The official toll service states an intended expansion to trucks over 3.5 t from 1 January 2027, so re-check the threshold before future dispatches.