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Guidelines for Crossing the "Danube Bridge Vidin – Calafat" Facility

Apr 29, 2026
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Guidelines for Crossing the "Danube Bridge Vidin – Calafat" Facility

To ensure maximum efficiency and speed when crossing the Vidin – Calafat bridge, "Danube Bridge Vidin – Calafat" AD provides travelers with up-to-date information regarding toll procedures and border control.

1. Payment Methods for Bridge Tolls

For the convenience of users, several options for paying the required fees are available:

  • Online Payment (Light Vehicles Only): Owners of light vehicles can pay the toll in advance via the company's official web platform. This is the fastest method, reducing waiting time at the toll plaza.

  • On-site Payment by Bank Card: All major types of debit and credit cards are accepted at the terminal devices.

  • Cash Payment: It is important to note that at the Bulgarian toll point, cash payments are accepted only in Euro (EUR).

2. Border Control within the Schengen Area

In connection with the membership of the Republic of Bulgaria in the Schengen Area, crossing the facility has been significantly simplified.

  • Absence of Document Checks: When crossing the bridge, travelers are not required to provide documents for border checks at the point itself, ensuring high throughput and continuous traffic flow.

3. Travel Planning Recommendations

To avoid periods of heavy traffic, we recommend that drivers take the following specifics into account:

  • Peak Hours: Historically, the highest traffic volume is observed at the end of the work week and during public holidays.

  • Vignette Fees: Drivers are reminded that immediately after crossing the bridge towards Romania, it is necessary to have a valid Romanian vignette (Rovinieta). The same requirement applies to the Bulgarian road network when entering the country.

Toll Rates for Light Vehicles

Vehicle CategoryType of VehicleFee (EUR)
Category 1Light vehicles (up to 8+1 seats)6.00 EUR

The team of "Danube Bridge Vidin – Calafat" AD wishes you a safe and pleasant journey!

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