Get Expert Toll Road Guidance

Have questions about German or Austrian toll roads? Need clarification about vignette requirements for your specific vehicle? Our team of European transportation experts is here to help. Whether you're planning a vacation road trip, organizing commercial transport, or need urgent clarification about toll regulations, we provide personalized guidance based on your specific travel needs. Contact us for detailed route planning assistance, vehicle-specific requirements, or clarification about complex cross-border scenarios. We respond to all inquiries within 24 hours and provide accurate, actionable advice that helps ensure your European highway travel is smooth, legal, and cost-effective. Don't let toll road confusion spoil your European adventure—reach out to the experts who understand these systems inside and out.

Contact Our Toll Road Experts

Get personalized advice for your European highway travel needs

Frequently Asked Questions

Germany does not require vignettes for passenger cars on the Autobahn. However, trucks over 7.5 tons must use the electronic toll system (LKW-Maut). Some tunnels and bridges may charge separate tolls regardless of vehicle type.
Austrian vignettes come in different validity periods: 10 days, 2 months, or 1 year. The validity period starts from the date you specify when purchasing, not necessarily the purchase date. Digital vignettes are valid immediately, while physical vignettes require proper display.
Yes, vignettes are available at border crossings, gas stations, and many retail locations near highway entrances. However, purchasing in advance online or at your departure point often provides better prices and ensures you're prepared before reaching toll roads.
Driving without a valid vignette in Austria results in fines starting at €120 for passenger cars, plus the cost of the required vignette. Enforcement uses automatic camera systems and mobile patrols, making detection highly likely.
Motorcycles require vignettes in Austria but are exempt from German truck tolls. Austrian motorcycle vignettes are less expensive than car vignettes but follow the same validity periods and display requirements.
Digital vignettes are linked to your vehicle's license plate number and stored electronically. No physical display is required, but you should keep purchase confirmation as proof. Digital vignettes offer convenience but require accurate license plate information during purchase.