Heavy Traffic Expected as German Autumn Holidays Begin

With the start of autumn holidays in several German states, travelers should prepare for significant road congestion and rail disruptions.

The ADAC anticipates one of the busiest traffic weekends of the year as North Rhine-Westphalia, Hessen, and Rheinland-Pfalz enter their autumn holidays.
Major congestion is expected on routes to popular destinations such as the Alps, the North Sea, and the Baltic Sea.
Significant roadwork, including a full closure of the A7 near Hamburg, is likely to exacerbate traffic delays.
Rail travelers face extended journey times due to major construction projects affecting routes between the Ruhr area and Berlin.
Travelers are advised to avoid peak travel times and check for updates on road and rail conditions to minimize delays.