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Road Conditions: Restrictions and Repairs on Roads in Bulgaria
Current information on road conditions in Bulgaria. Restrictions for vehicles, repairs, and temporary traffic organization. Including restrictions for heavy goods vehicles on highways for March 3rd.
Travel Chaos: Military Actions in the Middle East Disrupt Airlines
Airline stock prices fall after extended flight suspensions in the Middle East due to military actions. Thousands of passengers are stranded, major airports are affected, and global airlines are suspending services.
Toll Tax Increase Postponed Indefinitely
The caretaker government postponed the increase in toll taxes, which was supposed to come into effect from March 1, 2026, to avoid tension around March 3. Carriers signaled a serious price increase, especially for buses.
Airlines suspend flights due to escalation in the Middle East: Which flights have been cancelled?
Tensions in the Middle East lead to the cancellation of flights by a number of airlines. "Bulgaria Air", Lufthansa, Air France-KLM, British Airways and others are suspending flights to and from Israel, Iran, Dubai and other destinations. Analysis of the situation and the affected flights.
Repair of Trakia Motorway in Burgas Region: Traffic Restrictions from March 5th
From March 5th, repairs begin on the carriageway towards Burgas, 6 km from the Trakia Motorway in the Burgas region. Traffic will be two-way on the carriageway towards Sofia. The reconstruction includes road surfacing and embankments. The estimated completion date is mid-June 2026.
Attention, Drivers! Construction Works on I-9 near Burgas
On March 2, 2026, there will be construction works on road I-9 (Burgas - Varna) near the Airport and Kableshkovo, towards Pomorie. Traffic will be difficult.
Ministry of Interior Conducts Operation to Enforce Road Traffic Act
A nationwide operation by the Ministry of Interior will be held from today until March 3rd to enforce the Road Traffic Act. The focus will be on violations such as driving without a license, alcohol consumption, aggressive behavior, and speeding.
Restrictions on the Movement of Heavy Goods Vehicles on the National Holiday of March 3rd
The Road Infrastructure Agency is implementing movement restrictions for trucks over 12 tons on March 3rd on certain sections of the Trakia, Hemus, Struma motorways and road I-1 to facilitate traffic and improve safety. The ban does not apply to certain categories of vehicles.
Attention! Repair of "Trakia" Motorway in the Burgas region: Traffic restrictions (February 26-27)
From 8:00 a.m. on February 26 to 5:00 p.m. on February 27, there will be partial repairs of the pavement at the 347th km of the "Trakia" motorway towards Sofia, Burgas region. Drivers should be careful.
1 Euro for Public Transport for Students in Burgas: Pre-sale Begins on February 26th
The pre-sale of monthly passes for public transport at a price of 1 euro for students and doctoral students in Burgas begins on February 26th. The measure is part of a program to support young people and comes into effect on March 1, 2026.
Change in Route of Bus Line №7 on 28.02.2026 due to Parade in Dolno Ezerovo
On 28.02.2026, line №7 will have a changed route due to the Masquerade Games Parade in Dolno Ezerovo district, from 10:00 to 15:30. The stops "Kmetstvoto", "Nayden Gerov" and "Zahari Zograf" will not be served.
Attention! The Danube Bridge will be closed briefly!
Between 11:00 and 14:00 there will be short closures of the Danube Bridge for all vehicles due to maintenance work.
Road Conditions in Bulgaria: Restrictions and Repairs (updated)
Current overview of road conditions in Bulgaria. Information on restrictions, repairs, and temporary traffic organization in various regions and on major road routes.
Yellow Code for Snowfall in 13 Regions: API Warns of Winter Conditions
API warns of a yellow code for snowfall in Central and Eastern Bulgaria and the Rhodopes. Drivers should be careful and drive with cars prepared for winter. Traffic restrictions are possible.
Road Conditions in Bulgaria: Current Information on Restrictions and Repairs (updated)
Current road conditions in Bulgaria: traffic restrictions, repairs on major road routes and motorways. Information on road accessibility and winter conditions.