Closure of the A1 in Hamburg: traffic jams and diversions until Monday morning!

Closure of the A1 in Hamburg: traffic jams and diversions until Monday morning!

The A1 motorway in Hamburg is currently completely closed in both directions until 5 a.m. Monday morning. The affected section extends between the Hamburg-Billstedt junction and the Norderelbe motorway triangle. This full closure, which began late on Friday evening, is due to necessary renovation work by Deutsche Bahn on the Moorfleet Tunnel, which crosses under the Hamburg-Berlin railway line and the S-Bahn line. Loud nd.de Traffic in the region slowed down significantly, leading to kilometre-long traffic jams in the direction of Lübeck, Berlin and Bremen.

There is a diversion for drivers traveling towards Lübeck or Berlin: From the Norderelbe triangle via the A255 and B75 to the Neue Elbbrücken and then to the B5, which joins the A1 again at the Hamburg-Billstedt junction. Road users coming from Geesthacht are advised to leave the A25 in Hamburg-Allermöhe and drive via Ring 2 to the Horner ramp. The police also recommend taking the A7, which serves as an alternative route, as waiting times of up to 6 kilometers have been reported north and south of the Elbe Tunnel.

Planned works and diversions

The renovation work includes not only the concrete renovation in the Moorfleet tunnel, but also maintenance and repair work in the tunnel as well as the repair of the asphalt surface layer. In addition, transition structures will be replaced on the Norderel Bridge. The highway maintenance department is also using the closure to carry out further measures. This work is coordinated with construction measures in the city of Hamburg and the surrounding area and may depend on the weather, which could lead to short-term changes. The autobahn.de informs that the redirection has been optimized for different user groups.

For residents and travelers in the region, this not only means a delay, but also increased traffic, as there is a football match between Hamburger SV and 1. FC Heidenheim in the Volksparkstadion this Saturday.

Rental cars during lockdown

If you rely on a rental car during this time, you should prepare well. Renting in Germany can also take place without advance payment, although payment can be made on site using a German debit or credit card. However, a credit card in the driver's name is required to pay the deposit. Users who want to book at short notice must do so with a credit card. Larger vehicle groups may require multiple credit cards. Further information about renting vehicles can be found at ADAC.

Overall, the surrounding diversions and the extensive work are important to ensure the safety and quality of the infrastructure in the long term. Travelers should prepare for possible delays and adjust their routes accordingly.