You are driving a truck with a gross vehicle weight rating of 18 t. During what hours does the driving ban on the transport of goods for hire or reward apply on Sundays and public holidays?

For trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating over 7.5 tons, like your 18-ton vehicle, there is a driving ban for the transport of goods for hire or reward on Sundays and public holidays in Germany. This ban applies from 0:00 (midnight) to 22:00 (10:00 PM). The rule aims to reduce traffic and noise for residents and to allow more relaxed travel for private vehicles on these days. Only after 22:00 are such trucks permitted to drive again. Knowing these hours is important to avoid penalties and plan your routes efficiently.