NRW Holiday Travel Begins with Moderate Traffic and Anticipated Stau Hotspots

Despite predictions of heavy congestion, traffic on NRW highways started relatively smoothly, though delays are expected during peak travel times and at key bottlenecks.

• Approximately 2.5 million students in North Rhine-Westphalia began their Christmas holidays, with major travel activity anticipated on highways, railways, and airports.
• The ADAC identified Friday, December 20, as the most congested travel day, with peak traffic expected between 2 PM and 6 PM due to overlapping work commutes, holiday trips, and family visits.
• Highways such as the A3, A1, and the Cologne Beltway are flagged as key stau hotspots, with additional delays likely around major construction zones and reduced lanes.
• Düsseldorf Airport is preparing for a 10% increase in passenger volume compared to last year, with over 800,000 travelers expected during the holiday season.
• Drivers are advised to avoid city centers during the weekend due to increased traffic from last-minute shoppers and Christmas market visitors, with public transport recommended as an alternative.

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