End of repairs on "Trakia" and "Hemus": The road to the sea will be faster and safer

17.06.2026 | Transport and communications

Eng. Alexander Todorov from the RIA announced that all highway repairs will be completed by the end of June. Restrictions for heavy trucks have been introduced during peak weekend hours.

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End of highway repairs before the peak season

Repair works that are currently hindering traffic on the "Trakia" and "Hemus" highways will be completed by the end of June. This was announced by Eng. Alexander Todorov, Chairman of the Management Board of the Road Infrastructure Agency (RIA), during a meeting with representatives of the tourism industry.

The summer season is important for the sector and we do not want to create inconveniences. The repairs are necessary for the safety of everyone, stated Eng. Todorov.

Restrictions for heavy goods traffic

During July and August, when traffic to the sea and the mountains is most intense, no repair works will be carried out on the main highways.

Interactive map for drivers

The RIA reminds citizens that they can monitor up-to-date information on road conditions in real time via the new interactive map .