Anticipated gridlock at the onset of the holiday in Hessen
On the last day of school in Hesse, Germany, drivers are advised to prepare for potential traffic jams and delays on highways A3, A5, and A7. The increased traffic from the start of the summer holiday season and related travel is expected to impact these major roads significantly.
Key points regarding traffic and restrictions:
1. **Truck traffic restrictions** are in place every Saturday from 1st July to 31st August 2025, between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM, on several highways including sections of A3, A5, and A7. These restrictions aim to manage heavy goods vehicle traffic during peak holiday travel periods.
2. **Increased traffic and congestion** are expected over the summer holiday weekends, particularly during the period of 4th to 6th July 2025. The ADAC (German automobile club) Stauprognose (traffic jam forecast) predicts a substantial increase in traffic on highways in Hessen, including A3, A5, and A7, as many families begin their holiday travels.
3. **Construction sites** are numerous, with around 1,200 ongoing Autobahn construction zones across Germany, some on or affecting the A3, A5, and A7. These can further contribute to bottlenecks and delays, even if the traffic volume itself is manageable.
4. **Typical peak congestion times** on these highways during school holiday periods tend to be mid-morning to afternoon as families depart for vacation destinations. High traffic volume combined with truck restrictions during peak times can also lead to delays.
In summary, on the last day of school in Hesse, drivers on highways A3, A5, and A7 should expect heavier than usual traffic, possible congestion, and delays, especially during daytime hours. The presence of truck driving restrictions on weekend travel days and roadworks adds to potential slowdowns. Travelers are advised to plan for additional travel time, check real-time traffic updates, and consider alternative routes where possible.
Additional information: - Around 67,000 teachers are involved in these schools. - The ADAC is predicting traffic jams without specifying the exact number of vehicles involved. - The last day of school is taking place in approximately 1,800 schools in Hesse, each shortened to three class hours. - The exact locations of these schools and the state-specified locations of these schools have not been provided. - The ADAC has predicted traffic jams on the autobahns A3, A5, and A7 in Hesse. - The number of schools and teachers might vary across different states.
*As the summer holiday season begins, other families might opt for a different lifestyle, leading to an increase in travel on highways A3, A5, and A7 in Hesse.* The ADAC's traffic jam forecast predicts substantial increases in traffic on these highways, not just due to holiday travel, but also because of congestion from truck traffic restrictions, ongoing constructions, and potential delays due to heavier than usual traffic during daytime hours.
