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Transport to Germany

Transport to Germany

Knapek Spedition provides transport to Germany – pallet, part and full loads with a tail lift and CMR insurance. Main directions: Berlin, Munich, Nuremberg, Dresden, Leipzig. Usual transit 1–2 days, vehicle within 24 hours, quote within 30 minutes at +420 722 311 499.

Destination countryGermany
Main directionsBerlin, Munich, Nuremberg, Dresden
Usual transit1–2 days
Transit / borderRozvadov, Folmava, Krásný Les
Most frequent cargoautomotive parts, pallets, machinery
We carry shipments to Germany – pallets, part and full loads to industrial centres, in both directions.

What is the route from the Czech Republic to Germany?

A dense network of motorway crossings links the Czech Republic with Germany. For the north and Saxony we take the D8 across the Ore Mountains to Dresden (about 150 km from Prague) and on to Leipzig, Berlin and Hamburg. For Bavaria and the west the D5 runs via Rozvadov–Waidhaus to Nuremberg (about 290 km), from where we continue to Frankfurt, Stuttgart or the Ruhr.

For Munich we cross at Rozvadov or via Strakonice and Philippsreut, and from Brno via Linz and Passau. From Prague it is about 350 km to Berlin, 510 km to Frankfurt, 500 km to Stuttgart and 650 km to Hamburg. The shipment usually reaches the consignee 1–2 days after loading, often the same day for Saxony and Bavaria.

Where we go in Germany – industrial centres

We most often head to these cities and industrial areas with manufacturing and automotive companies:

  • Berlin – technology, food
  • Munich – BMW, automotive
  • Nuremberg – electronics, MAN
  • Dresden – Infineon, microelectronics
  • Leipzig – BMW, Porsche, DHL
  • Stuttgart – Mercedes, Bosch, Porsche
  • Frankfurt – chemicals, logistics
  • Hamburg – port, logistics
  • Cologne – Ford, chemicals
  • Düsseldorf – industry, logistics
  • Hannover – Continental, trade fairs
  • Bremen – automotive, port
  • Wolfsburg – Volkswagen

What do we transport to Germany?

We carry more to Germany than to any other country – parts and components for car plants and suppliers in Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg, Lower Saxony and Saxony, engineering products, glass, building materials, packaging and palletised goods for distribution centres nationwide.

German warehouses work with booked time slots and strictly enforce ramp safety rules. We agree the slot in advance and the driver carries the consignee's order number.

Which tolls and rules apply in Germany?

  • Tolls: Germany charges a distance-based toll for vehicles over 3.5 t on all motorways and federal roads; the rate includes a CO₂ component.
  • Driving ban: vehicles over 7.5 t may not drive on Sundays and public holidays from 00:00 to 22:00. From 1 July to 31 August there is also a Saturday ban (07:00–20:00) on selected motorways.
  • Regional holidays: some holidays apply only in individual states – for example Corpus Christi in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg or Reformation Day in Saxony – and the driving ban applies there too.
  • Environmental zones: many German cities require the green emissions sticker (Umweltplakette) – for city centres we arrange trucks that have it.

What do we transport from Germany to the Czech Republic?

From Germany to the Czech Republic we carry machine parts and machinery, automotive components, plastics, goods from the ports of Hamburg and Bremen, food and consumer goods. We load all over Germany – from Saxony and Bavaria to the Ruhr and the North Sea ports.

We also run the return direction. For shipments to Czechia see Freight transport from Germany to the Czech Republic.

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We also deliver to other cities in Germany – Dortmund, Essen, Duisburg. If your loading or unloading point is not listed, contact us – we cover all of Germany.

Cities we collect from: Braunschweig and Wolfsburg · Stuttgart and Baden-Württemberg · Munich and Upper Bavaria · Nuremberg and Franconia · Leipzig and Halle · Hamburg · Ruhr area · Frankfurt and Rhine-Main · Dresden and Saxony · Bremen and Bremerhaven

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Transit times for all countries →

Useful articles: CMR Waybill – what it must contain and why it matters · Lorry toll in Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic — overview 2026

Regular transport to Germany? We agree fixed loading days, rates for a longer period and transport there and back if needed — regular transport or get in touch.

To Germany we arrange pallet transport as well as full truckloads – all countries are listed under International transport.

Frequently asked questions

Which cities in Germany do you serve?
Most often Berlin, Munich, Nuremberg, Dresden, Leipzig and other industrial centres – dozens of cities in total.
Is regular transport to Germany possible as transport there and back?
Yes. For regular transport to Germany we agree fixed loading days and, if you wish, transport there and back so the vehicle does not return empty. Regular shipments run at a rate agreed for a longer period.
How long does transport to Germany take?
Transport to Germany usually takes 1–2 days from loading, and we arrange a vehicle within 24 hours.
Which crossings lead from the Czech Republic to Germany?
For the north and Saxony the D8 crosses the Ore Mountains to Dresden; for Bavaria and the west the D5 runs via Rozvadov–Waidhaus to Nuremberg. The Philippsreut and Železná Ruda crossings also lead into southern Bavaria.
How many kilometres is it from Prague to Berlin?
Prague to Berlin is about 350 km by motorway via Dresden. Munich is around 380 km, Frankfurt about 510 km and Hamburg roughly 650 km.
How do tolls work in Germany?
Germany charges a distance-based toll for vehicles over 3.5 t on all motorways and federal roads, including a CO₂ component. The toll is included in our quote.
When are trucks banned from driving in Germany?
In Germany vehicles over 7.5 t may not drive on Sundays and public holidays from 00:00 to 22:00. In July and August there is also a Saturday ban from 07:00 to 20:00 on selected motorways.
Do regional holidays apply in Germany?
Yes, some holidays apply only in individual states – for example Corpus Christi in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg or Reformation Day in Saxony. The driving ban then applies in that state too, so we check them by unloading place.
How fast does a shipment reach Germany?
A shipment to Germany usually reaches the consignee 1–2 days after loading. For Saxony and Bavaria, deliveries from Bohemia often arrive the same day.
Do you serve car plants and their suppliers in Germany?
Yes, we regularly deliver parts and components to the industrial areas around Munich, Ingolstadt, Stuttgart, Wolfsburg, Leipzig and Zwickau. We confirm unloading time slots in advance.
Does a vehicle need an emissions sticker in Germany?
Yes, many German cities have environmental zones and require the green Umweltplakette. For city-centre deliveries we therefore use a truck that has the sticker.
Do you move containers to Hamburg and Bremen?
Yes, we collect and deliver containers at the ports of Hamburg and Bremerhaven. We need the shipping line's release and the terminal details.
Do you deliver express shipments to Germany by van?
Yes, we deliver express shipments to Saxony, Bavaria and beyond by van up to 3.5 t. Vans are not subject to the Sunday driving ban, so they can handle urgent weekend deliveries.
Do you carry single pallets to Germany?
Yes, single pallets for Germany travel as part loads in all main directions. Thanks to the heavy traffic on this route, part loads are frequent and fast.
Is transport to Germany free of customs duty?
Yes, Germany is in the EU and Schengen, so goods travel without customs duty or border checks. A CMR and commercial documents are enough.
Do you also carry goods from Germany to the Czech Republic?
Yes, we handle imports from Germany every day – machine parts, automotive components and port goods. We load anywhere in Germany and deliver across the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

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