Heavy Traffic Expected as NRW Herbstferien Begin

Families heading to vacation face congested roads and rail disruptions due to construction work in Germany.

The start of the Herbstferien in North Rhine-Westphalia is causing significant traffic congestion, with the ADAC reporting up to 361 kilometers of traffic jams.
Key traffic hotspots include the areas around Cologne and the Kaiserberg interchange in Duisburg, compounded by a full closure of the A3 due to drainage system repairs.
Rail travelers are also affected, with major construction projects between the Ruhr area and Hannover leading to train diversions and increased travel times by up to 75 minutes.
Airports in North Rhine-Westphalia expect nearly two million passengers during the holiday period, with the busiest days anticipated over the opening weekend.
Travelers are advised to plan their journeys carefully, avoiding peak times and checking for updates on road and rail conditions to minimize delays.