Transport in Europe
Transport to France – from Mannheim
For transport to France, we plan direct transport, part and full loads from Mannheim. Within the EU single market, customs formalities generally do not apply; the main point to consider is the French weekend and public holiday driving ban, which we take into account when scheduling.
Good to know
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Motorway tolls (péage)
Most French motorways are subject to tolls. Construction, operation and maintenance are carried out by concession companies on behalf of the state.
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Weekend and public holiday driving ban
Lorries over 7.5 t gross vehicle weight are banned nationwide from 10 pm on Saturday or the eve of a public holiday until 10 pm on Sunday or the public holiday.
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Additional driving bans
Additional bans apply on five Saturdays in summer (7 am to 7 pm) and in winter on routes in the Rhône-Alpes region. The exact dates are set each year by decree.
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Public holidays
1 January, Easter Monday, 1 May, 8 May, Ascension Day, Whit Monday, 14 July, 15 August, 1 November, 11 November and 25 December.
General information without guarantee, as of October 2026. We handle the specific planning – route, times, tolls and documents – for your transport.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need customs documents for France?
Generally not: within the EU, goods are transported without customs formalities. There are exceptions for certain goods, such as goods subject to excise duty.
When does the lorry ban apply in France?
For lorries over 7.5 t from 10 pm on Saturday to 10 pm on Sunday and from 10 pm on the eve of a public holiday to 10 pm on the holiday; plus individual Saturdays in summer and winter. Vans and lorries up to 7.5 t are not affected.
Which public holidays should I plan for in France?
Besides Easter Monday, Whit Monday and Christmas, for example 8 May, 14 July and 11 November. For lorries over 7.5 t, the ban already starts at 10 pm on the eve.
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