Autobahn 3: Closing of the Siebengebirge departure from April 22nd announced

A3: Departure Siebengebirge towards Cologne is blocked until June

commuter and travelers should be prepared for restrictions on Autobahn 3 in the Siebengebirge region. The Autobahn Society has announced that the Siebengebirge departure in the direction of Cologne will be closed by June 16, 2024. This measure is part of the ongoing renovation work on the A3. During this time, drivers can expect delays, especially between the Bonn/Siegburg cross and the Siebengebirge junction, where up to two of three lanes will be available.

The closure comes into force on Tuesday, April 22, 2024, and is expected to be repealed at 5 a.m. on June 16, 2024. In order to guide the traffic, a reduction in demand is set up, which is signposted with blue boards and the inscription "U13". From the Bad Honnef/Linz junction, this redirection leads over several country roads to ensure a smooth flow of traffic.

Background of the renovation work

The current work is part of the extensive renewal of around 42 kilometers of the A3, which has been underway since 2019. The aim of this renovation is not only the lanes themselves, but also the bridges and the entire road equipment, including the drainage systems and the signage. Due to damage such as gear grooves and cracks, it is necessary to carry out these measures in order to increase safety and comfort for all road users.

With the upcoming work for the fourth construction phase, it is expected that the highway will be renewed on a total of around eleven kilometers. These renovation measures are carried out simultaneously in two sections, north and south, starting in the southern section around the amount of Königswinter-Rauschendorf. The noise barriers are also renewed and added in the course of the work, which should have another positive effect on the residents.

In summary, the blocking of the Siebengebirge departure is an important measure as part of the comprehensive renovation work of the A3. Drivers should inform themselves about alternative routes in good time and be prepared to plan more time for their trips.