Germany Prepares for Overlapping Truck Driving Bans on October 31 and November 1

With October 31 falling on a Saturday, hauliers operating heavy goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes—and trucks towing trailers—face a tight schedule in Germany.

Regional holiday driving bans on Saturday will apply in nine states, including Lower Saxony, Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein. These restrictions will be followed by the nationwide Sunday ban on November 1, creating a narrow window for operators moving freight through the country.

The overlap could complicate cross-border journeys to Scandinavia, where missed delivery slots may leave trucks waiting until restrictions lift. Dispatchers should plan routes and schedules carefully to reduce delays and avoid weekend congestion at roadside stops.

How are your dispatchers rerouting German linehauls ahead of the October 31 and November 1 driving bans? Tell us your strategy!