Czech Republic: D5 near Nýřany narrowed to one lane towards Pilsen until end of November 2026
On the D5 between Pilsen and the German border, the most important motorway connection between the Czech Republic and Germany, a bottleneck has been in place near Nýřany (kilometre 88 to 94) since 14 September 2026, lasting until the end of November at the latest. In the direction of Pilsen, only one lane is available, while two lanes remain in the direction of Rozvadov.
The reason is the general refurbishment of one of the country's oldest and busiest motorway sections. The concrete carriageway is being completely renewed over a stretch of around 6 kilometres, along with new crash barriers, bridge repairs and drainage work.
What happens after winter?
According to the road and motorway directorate ŘSD, the current stage will end in late November. Work will then pause over the winter, with repairs to the second half of the carriageway due to follow in spring 2027. Travellers should therefore expect restrictions on this section next year as well.
Further construction site near Heřmanova Huť and Ostrov
Work is also underway further towards the border: between kilometre 100.5 and 110.6 (in the area of the Heřmanova Huť and Ostrov junctions), work will continue until the end of October 2026 — more on this in our article on the D5 near Rozvadov. Anyone travelling from Germany via Waidhaus to Pilsen and Prague should therefore expect several bottlenecks in succession. On top of that, there are the extended German border controls at the border.
Plan for extra time on this route, especially in the direction of Pilsen and on weekends with heavy travel traffic. The D5 is part of the motorway network subject to the vignette requirement, and the construction work does not change that.
Czechia toll at a glance
For cars and motorhomes up to 3.5 t gross weight, the digital vignette requirement applies on motorways (D-roads). It is a flat fee for a fixed period. Motorcycles and trikes are exempt from the vignette requirement.
For trucks, buses and motorhomes over 3.5 t gross vehicle weight, the distance-based toll applies instead, charged via the electronic, satellite-based toll system MYTO CZ with an on-board unit (OBU); the rates are based on distance, vehicle category, number of axles, and EURO and CO₂ class. Not relevant for most car travelers. There is no separate special toll in the Czech Republic.
All details on tolls in CzechiaThe vignette flat rate explained
With our vignette flat rate, you save yourself the hassle of buying individually for each trip: for just 12,80 €* per month, it covers the included vignettes in 8 European countries. For each trip, simply select the appropriate vignette, and the toll fee is then already covered by your flat rate. You are not tied to any single country.
* ASFINAG toll fee (10-day vignette): 12.80 €, toll fee fully covered by DMC, flat price (per monthly billing period): 12,80 €, notice period 0 days.
- One flat rate, 8 countries
- Travel flexibly
- Termination directly in the administration
The Europamaut team wishes you a pleasant journey!
You can find all the basics about the vignette requirement in the Czech Republic on our guide page for the Czech Republic. For more on the construction site near Rozvadov, also read our article D5 near Rozvadov.
Frequently Asked Questions about the D5 Construction Site
The most important answers about the bottleneck near Nýřany.
Is the D5 near Nýřany completely closed?
No. Traffic continues to flow, but only one lane is available towards Pilsen, while two lanes remain towards Rozvadov.
How long will the work take?
The current stage has been underway since September 14, 2026 and is expected to end by the end of November at the latest. According to ŘSD, the second half of the carriageway will follow in spring 2027.
Does the vignette requirement apply in construction zones?
Yes. The D5 requires a vignette, and the construction site does not change that.
