Weekend Chaos on Major Motorways - Prepare for Traffic Havoc!
Weekend closure of highways leads to potential traffic congestion - Weekend closures on highways lead to anticipated traffic congestion
Hey there, fellow travelers! Buckle up, as your weekend journey might take a bumpy ride. Several key motorways across Cologne, the Ruhr region, and Sauerland will face closures from Friday night to Monday morning. Let's dive into the details.
First up, the A1 loop around Cologne. The A1 between Leverkusen-West and Leverkusen will shut completely due to construction work, specifically near the new Leverkusen Rhine bridge.
If you're heading towards Dortmund on the A1, you'll be diverted onto the A59 towards Düsseldorf and the A46. Meanwhile, those heading towards Koblenz will only make it as far as the Leverkusen interchange and will be redirected to the A59 towards Düsseldorf, then through the Leverkusen-Rheindorf junction, and eventually back to the Leverkusen-West interchange, where you can continue on the A1 towards Koblenz.
Avoid the detours and consider a unique alternative - the Rhineland ferry between Leverkusen-Hitdorf and Cologne-Langel. It's suggested by the Autobahn GmbH and will be operational on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00.
Worried about traffic jams? The ADAC Nordrhein has warned of increased risks, as the weekend closure coincides with multiple active construction sites on the so-called Cologne Ring.
Moving further north, the A52 between Düsseldorf and Essen experiences a closure. Here, a pedestrian bridge is being demolished between Essen-Haarzopf and Essen-Rüttenscheid, and the A42 will be closed over the weekend at the Herne junction.
Lastly, an additional restriction hits the A45 near Lüdenscheid, as the direction towards Dortmund will be closed between Lüdenscheid-Nord and Hagen-Süd due to the renovation of the Brunsbecke bridge.
So, what can you do? Here are some general tips to navigate these tricky roads:
- Use Navigation Apps: Tools like Google Maps, Waze, or Apple Maps can provide real-time traffic updates and suggest alternative routes based on current conditions.
- Check Local Traffic Information Websites: Local traffic authorities' websites or apps often provide detailed info about road closures and recommended detours.
- Plan Ahead: Look for alternative routes before setting off, especially during weekends.
- Consider Public Transport: Using public transport can help reduce the impact of road closures.
Stay vigilant, travel cautiously, and happy weekend travels!
With numerous motorways experiencing closures across Cologne, the Ruhr region, and Sauerland, community aid such as utilizing public transport, navigating with mobile applications, or checking local traffic websites could be crucial for a smoother journey this weekend. Moreover, the finance and transportation sectors are collaborating to support the construction of new railways as an alternative means of transport for the chaos on major motorways.
