General Traffic Restrictions in Europe: February 2026

February 2026 brings a quieter month for holiday bans, though Carnival-related restrictions in parts of Italy and Austria create localized disruptions. Alpine passes remain under winter weather protocols throughout the month.

HGV Driving Bans — February 2026

• 🇮🇹 Italy — February 8 (Carnival Sunday) — 09:00–22:00 — Vehicles over 7.5t
• 🇦🇹 Austria — February 14–15 — Standard weekend restrictions apply

Winter Conditions

Alpine regions continue to experience heavy snowfall in February. The Brenner corridor and Mont Blanc tunnel approaches are most frequently affected. Operators should expect delays of 1–3 hours on peak days.

What This Means for Carriers

February is operationally more predictable than January, but Alpine corridor conditions require ongoing attention. Build buffer time into schedules involving the Brenner, Frejus, and Mont Blanc crossings throughout the month.