Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of 18 September 2026, from the Traffic Directorate of the Department of Security of the Basque Country |
|---|---|
| Modified regulation | Resolution of 13 October 2025, on euro-modular routes on interurban roads in the Basque Country |
| Publication | 30 September 2026 |
| Entry into force | 30 September 2026 (immediate effect) |
| Affected territories | Bizkaia and Álava |
| Affected parties | Transport companies with euro-modular sets operating in the Basque Country |
| Category | Regulatory Changes — Transport and Traffic |
| Year | 2026 |
Transport companies handling goods using euro-modular sets in the Basque Country must update their route plans immediately. The Traffic Directorate of the Department of Security has modified, effective 30 September 2026, the annex to the Resolution of 13 October 2025 that regulated the permitted routes for this type of vehicle on interurban roads in the Autonomous Community.
The changes affect exclusively the authorized sections in Bizkaia and Álava, completely replacing the previous routes following the required consultation with the authorities responsible for the affected roads.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution modifies the annex of the October 2025 regulation, updating the road sections where euro-modular sets can legally travel in Bizkaia and Álava. The new authorized routes include sections on the following roads:
| Road | Type | Territory |
|---|---|---|
| A-1 | National highway | Álava / Bizkaia |
| AP-1 | Toll motorway | Álava / Bizkaia |
| AP-68 | Toll motorway | Bizkaia / Álava |
| AP-8 | Toll motorway | Bizkaia |
| Various national and regional roads | National roads and Basque regional network roads | Bizkaia and Álava |
The specific sections within each road are detailed in the annex to the resolution. The regulation completely replaces the previous routes for these two territories: the sections approved in October 2025 are no longer valid for Bizkaia and Álava from 30 September 2026.
The reason for the change is the report issued by the authorities responsible for the affected roads, which have determined which sections are suitable for supporting the circulation of these vehicles with special tonnage and dimensions.
Economic and operational impact
The direct impact is operational: a route that was legal yesterday may not be today. The economic consequences materialize on two fronts:
- Administrative penalties: Traveling with a euro-modular set on an unauthorized route constitutes an infraction in transport and traffic matters, with corresponding administrative penalties. The regulation does not specify concrete amounts in this resolution, but infractions in special transport matters can be serious or very serious.
- Operational costs from route redesign: Companies that had regular routes through Bizkaia or Álava must verify whether their journeys remain valid. A route that is no longer authorized requires finding alternatives, which may mean greater distance traveled, more transit time, and higher fuel consumption.
The immediate entry into force—the same day of publication—leaves no room for adaptation. There is no transitional period: from 30 September 2026, only the new routes are valid.
Who does it affect?
- Transport companies handling goods that operate with euro-modular sets in the Basque Country, especially in Bizkaia and Álava.
- Logistics operators with regular routes on motorways A-1, AP-1, AP-68, and AP-8 or on national and Basque regional roads.
- Traffic and route planning departments of transport companies that must update their internal systems and procedures.
- Euro-modular set drivers traveling through these territories, as they may be subject to roadside inspection and control.
- Loading companies that contract euro-modular transport for their goods with origin or destination in Bizkaia or Álava, as delivery times may be affected if routes change.
Practical example
A transport company based in Burgos regularly performs a weekly service with a euro-modular set from La Rioja to an industrial park in Bizkaia, using the AP-68 as the main access route. Until 29 September 2026, that journey was authorized according to the October 2025 resolution.
From 30 September 2026, the traffic manager of that company must verify in the new annex of the resolution whether the specific section of the AP-68 it uses continues to appear as an authorized route. If that section has been removed from the list, the company has two options: identify an authorized alternative route or request special authorization if the cargo does not allow another route. Traveling without verification means assuming the risk of an administrative penalty at the first inspection.
What should companies do now?
- Access the full text of the resolution in the BOE (BOE-A-2026-20380) and download the new annex with the authorized routes for Bizkaia and Álava.
- Compare the new routes with the company's regular routes that pass through Bizkaia or Álava. Identify which sections have changed compared to the October 2025 resolution.
- Update internal route planning systems with the new authorized routes. Communicate the changes to affected drivers before their next service.
- Review current transport contracts with customers whose routes pass through these territories. If the route change alters deadlines or costs, inform the customer in advance.
- Consult with a specialist advisor in transport if any regular route is no longer covered by the new routes and you need to evaluate alternatives or special authorizations.
Frequently asked questions
When do the new euro-modular routes in Bizkaia and Álava become mandatory?
From 30 September 2026, the date of publication and entry into force of the Resolution of 18 September 2026 from the Traffic Directorate of the Basque Country. There is no transitional period: the previous routes from the October 2025 resolution were immediately replaced for these two territories.
Which motorways and roads are included in the new authorized routes?
The resolution details specific sections on motorways A-1, AP-1, AP-68, and AP-8, as well as on various national and regional roads in Bizkaia and Álava. The exact sections are contained in the annex to the resolution, available in the BOE with reference BOE-A-2026-20380.
What happens if a euro-modular truck travels on an unauthorized route in the Basque Country?
Traveling with a euro-modular set on a route not included in the current resolution constitutes an administrative infraction in transport and traffic matters, which may result in administrative penalties. The resolution does not specify concrete amounts, but infractions of this type in special transport can be classified as serious or very serious according to general transport regulations.
Does the regulation also affect Gipuzkoa?
No. The Resolution of 18 September 2026 modifies only the routes corresponding to Bizkaia and Álava. The authorized sections in Gipuzkoa have not been modified by this resolution and continue to be governed by the October 2025 resolution.
Where can I consult the complete list of authorized routes for euro-modular vehicles in the Basque Country?
The complete list is in the annex to the Resolution of 18 September 2026, published in the BOE with reference BOE-A-2026-20380. You can access it directly at: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-20380
Official source
Consult complete regulation in official source (BOE-A-2026-20380)
Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-20380
