When planning road transport in the Netherlands, knowledge of the applicable driving restrictions for exceptional transport is crucial. Here is a brief overview of these driving restrictions.
When planning road transport in the Netherlands, you face the challenge of taking into account a complex set of regulations regarding driving bans for exceptional transport. These regulations are in effect for goods exceeding the maximum permitted dimensions and weights, and this applies to transport services such as LTL Netherlands and FTL Netherlands. To help you understand these crucial aspects of the Belgian transportation landscape, below we provide both a brief overview and an in-depth discussion of driving bans on holidays, roads, weekends, and during specific weather conditions.
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Driving bans on Holidays and Special Circumstances
For the transportation of goods exceeding the maximum permitted dimensions and weights (width 2.55 m, length 18.75/16.50 m, weight 44 tons for vehicle combinations with 5 or more axles), driving bans are in effect on the following holidays and in special circumstances:
January 1 - New Year's Day
Good Friday
Easter Monday
April 27 - King's Day
May 5 - Liberation Day
Ascension Day
Whit Monday
December 25 and 26 - Christmas
Road restrictions:
There are several road restrictions in the Netherlands that can affect traffic. These restrictions can vary depending on the location and type of road.
Weekend restrictions:
During the weekend, there is a specific driving ban for trucks with an allowable total weight over 7.5 tons. This ban is in effect between 10 p.m. on Friday and 10 p.m. on Sunday.
General Limitations:
In addition to weekend restrictions, there are general restrictions on truck traffic at certain times and places. For example, night driving bans and restrictions on national holidays.
Weather-related Limitations:
In adverse weather conditions, such as heavy rain or snow, specific restrictions may be in effect. These restrictions are designed to ensure road safety and may vary depending on current weather conditions.
Certain transit times apply for shipping to and from the Netherlands. These vary between 3 and 5 days, depending on the type of shipment and the final destination. Click here to view transit times for the Netherlands and find out which time frames are relevant for scheduling your shipment.
Do you have specific requirements for your transport? Neele-Vat has extensive experience with exceptional transport to and from the Netherlands. In addition, we are able to transport your shipment with courier services or express transport. Click here for more information about other types of transport.
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