Saturday's 'Namejs' military exercise to restrict traffic on Latgale roads

Latvia's national defense exercise 'Namejs 2026' will affect traffic in the Latgale region this coming Saturday. According to state road operator VSIA 'Latvijas valsts ceļi' (LVC), several sections of state roads will face temporary traffic restrictions on September 5, with some segments closed entirely for a set period.

Reason for the closures

The restrictions are tied to the exercise, during which defense force units need to move along the state road network. To ensure the exercise proceeds safely and military transport can move without obstruction, certain road sections will be either fully closed or significantly restricted for a defined time.

Impact on residents

LVC is urging residents of Latgale and other road users to expect possible disruptions to their travel routes on Saturday and to plan trips with the upcoming restrictions in mind. Detailed information on the specific road sections and the duration of restrictions is expected to be announced separately.

Military exercises regularly require temporary traffic restrictions, but they form an important part of strengthening the country's defense capabilities, inevitably affecting civilian infrastructure and everyday road users as well.