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Slovakia: D1 Prešov tunnel completely closed this weekend (September 2026)

Last updated: 23.09.2026 Reading time: 2 Minutes
from Michelle Albrecht
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Anyone driving through Prešov on the central Slovak D1 motorway in the coming days should expect traffic disruptions: the state motorway operator NDS is closing the section between the Prešov-West and Prešov-South junctions, including the Prešov tunnel, for two more nights (23 and 24 September, 8 pm to 6 am each) and then completely from 8 pm on 25 September until 4 pm on 27 September.

The reason is the annual autumn maintenance of the tunnel: in addition to cleaning the roadway and walls, fire protection systems, emergency doors, SOS cabins and lighting will be inspected, and crack repairs are also scheduled.

Diversion through Prešov

During the closures, traffic will be diverted via roads I/18 and I/68 through the town of Prešov, with the route marked by temporary traffic signs. Anyone travelling over the entire weekend (25 to 27 September) should expect heavier holiday traffic, particularly on Saturday, and correspondingly longer waiting times on the diversion.

Second construction site on the D1: Bôrik tunnel near Poprad

The works at Prešov are part of a larger autumn maintenance programme by the NDS on the central D1, which this year also affects the Bôrik tunnel further west near Poprad. Anyone planning the entire route from Bratislava via the High Tatras to Košice and onward towards the Polish border should find out about both construction sites before setting off, as the closure times may overlap.

Maut in der Slowakei auf einen Blick

Für Pkw (auch mit Anhänger) und Wohnmobile bis 3,5 t zGG gilt auf Autobahnen und Schnellstraßen die digitale Vignettenpflicht – ein Pauschalbetrag für einen festen Zeitraum. Motorräder sind von der Vignettenpflicht befreit.

Für Lkw und Busse über 3,5 t zGG gilt stattdessen die streckenbezogene Maut per On-Board-Unit, deren Höhe unter anderem von Straßenkategorie, Streckenlänge und Emissionsklasse abhängt. Wohnmobile benötigen unabhängig vom Gewicht stets nur die Vignette. Eine gesonderte Sondermaut existiert in der Slowakei nicht.

Alle Details zur Maut in der Slowakei

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The Europamaut team wishes you a pleasant journey!

Whether through the Prešov tunnel, via the detour through the city, or continuing towards Košice: with a valid vignette for Slovakia, you're always legally on the safe side on the D1. We wish you a safe and pleasant journey!

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything important about the Prešov tunnel closure

Which section of the D1 is closed near Prešov?

The closed section is between the Prešov-West and Prešov-South interchanges, including the Prešov Tunnel.

When exactly is the closure?

Which diversion applies during the closure?

Are there any other construction sites on the D1 in this region?

Michelle Albrecht
Michelle Albrecht
Hello, I’m Michelle, a writer through and through. As a copywriter, I’ve had the privilege of turning my passion into a career. I also channel my creativity into my own books, where I can truly let my imagination roam free. Ever since spending six unforgettable months in Australia, my love for travel has grown even deeper, something I didn’t think was possible. That’s why I’m especially delighted to share inspiring tips and ideas with my readers for their own future adventures.