Attention! Tunnels "Blagoevgrad" and "Zheleznitsa" on the Struma Motorway to be closed

14.07.2026 | Transport and communications

The Road Infrastructure Agency is restricting traffic through the "Blagoevgrad" and "Zheleznitsa" tunnels on the Struma Motorway for inspection purposes. See the detour routes.

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Traffic restrictions on the Struma Motorway

From 8:00 PM on July 15 to 1:00 AM on July 16, a temporary traffic organization will be implemented on the Struma Motorway in the Blagoevgrad area. The reason is an inspection of the asphalt pavement in the Blagoevgrad and Zheleznitsa tunnels (from km 97 to km 104).

Drivers must drive at a reasonable speed of up to 70 km/h and strictly observe the posted road signs.

Detour routes:

The Road Infrastructure Agency appeals to drivers to drive carefully and not to attempt risky overtaking. Current information can be found on the website www.api.bg or by calling the 24-hour hotline 0700 130 20.