Overview

• The Transport Ministry projects a funding gap of around €15 billion for autobahns and federal roads from 2026 to 2029.
• Under current financial planning, many projects expected to receive building rights by 2029 cannot be released for funding.
• ADAC calls the situation an “Offenbarungseid” and says only financial corrections can restore planning certainty in the regions.
• Germany’s federal states demand clarity from the government as several representatives voice criticism of the funding situation.
• Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil says transport infrastructure investment is at record levels and places spending responsibility with Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder.