Easter Holiday Traffic Expected to Surge on German and Austrian Highways

The start of Osterferien in five German states this weekend is anticipated to cause delays on major routes, with construction and winter conditions adding to travel challenges.

• Traffic congestion is forecasted on key routes to the North and Baltic Sea coasts, the Alpine region, and southern destinations as the Easter holiday travel begins.
• Ongoing construction at 977 sites across German highways, particularly on the A4 and A9, is expected to exacerbate delays.
• The Autobahn GmbH warns of localized traffic increases in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, and Thuringia due to early holiday schedules in these regions.
• Cross-border travel into Austria, especially on the Tauern and Brenner highways, may face delays from construction and winter conditions.
• Authorities recommend travelers use digital tools for route planning and ensure vehicles are equipped with winter gear for higher-altitude regions.

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