A truck protest may slow approaches to Coimbra on Friday
Organisers expect several hundred heavy vehicles in a slow-moving convoy on 25 September, ending in Coimbra as businesses protest against higher diesel costs.
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Archived 12 September 2026Drivers should allow for rolling disruption and confirm the final route before a hospital, rail or other time-critical journey.
- The protest is planned for Friday 25 September.
- Organisers said about 300 participants were confirmed and hoped for up to 500 trucks.
- The published plan ends in Coimbra, but traffic management can change.
- This is an advance disruption notice, not a guarantee that every listed vehicle will attend.
Why the route may be difficult
A slow-moving convoy of heavy vehicles can create delays beyond the protest group itself, especially at junctions and city approaches. The action involves businesses in earthworks, extraction and material transport responding to diesel prices.
Participation estimates come from organisers. Police instructions, the final route and the actual turnout will determine the effect on Friday.
Protect a fixed appointment
Check municipal, police and live traffic notices on the morning of travel. If the trip is essential, leave earlier and identify a lawful alternative rather than trying to overtake or enter a managed convoy.
For public transport, consult the operator directly; a road protest can affect a bus connection without changing a train timetable.
What you can do now.
- 01
Check the confirmed route and live traffic on Friday morning.
- 02
Allow a substantial buffer for a fixed appointment.
- 03
Check bus and rail information separately.
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