Traffic jam nightmare in the Main-Kinzig district: Two serious accidents in the afternoon!

Traffic jam nightmare in the Main-Kinzig district: Two serious accidents in the afternoon!

On the afternoon of October 14, 2025, there were two traffic accidents in the Main-Kinzig district, which severely affected rush-hour traffic on the A66 motorway. Road users had to reckon with traffic jams of over five kilometers and an additional waiting time of almost an hour. The accidents contributed to a tense traffic flow, which made many drivers impatient, as everything is known to be a little more chaotic, especially during rush hour.

The first incident occurred between the B43A and the A66 near Hanau. A woman lost control of her car and was then in trouble. So that she could be freed, the fire department arrived and took the injured person to the hospital. The exact circumstances of the accident are still unclear and the damage caused is currently not quantified.

Further accidents increase the traffic situation

A little later there was another rear-end collision on the A66, the consequences of which were no less serious. Several vehicles collided between Langenselbold and Gründau-Rothenbergen, resulting in one person being injured and also having to be taken to hospital. These two accidents were never really part of good evening traffic and resulted in the motorway being temporarily closed, which further aggravated the situation.

The higher traffic volumes in the region are not an isolated case. According to information from Destatis Such situations are not uncommon. Accident statistics show that the risks in road traffic continue to increase, which is why preventative measures in road safety are crucial. The aim is to show the structures of accidents and to improve safety in road construction and vehicle technology.

Less than a week ago, on Thursday evening, October 9th, another accident occurred on the A66. Three cars collided near Gelnhausen in the direction of Frankfurt when a 38-year-old Nissan driver had to brake due to traffic. A Mercedes Vito rear-ended him after the Nissan moved into the left lane. The incident, in which several people were slightly injured, caused material damage of around 12,000 euros and also required the motorway to be closed for a short time op online reported.

Weather and autumn conditions could also play a role in the increased accident rate. This is another sign that both traffic planning and individual driving style should be continuously improved in order to avoid such unpleasant situations.