France winter mountain zones 2026/27: rules for trucks
From 1 November to 31 March, marked French mountain zones require winter equipment. Truck combinations must carry chains even with winter tyres.
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From 1 November to 31 March, marked French mountain zones require winter equipment. Truck combinations must carry chains even with winter tyres.
From 1 November 2026, trucks over 3.5 t in Austria need winter tyres and must carry suitable chains until 15 April 2027.