Traffic chaos threatens: A31 construction site brings traffic jams on September 22nd!
Traffic disruptions in Borken: Construction site on the A31 on September 22nd, 2025 between Heek and Gronau. Traffic jams and restrictions expected.

Traffic chaos threatens: A31 construction site brings traffic jams on September 22nd!
In North Rhine-Westphalia there will be traffic disruptions on the A31 motorway near Heek on Monday, September 22, 2025. As the NRW State Road Construction Office announced, unilateral closures have been announced between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The restrictions affect the section between the Heek (31) and Gronau/Ochtrup (30) junctions in the direction of Gronau, which clearly indicates increased traffic volumes and possibly traffic jams. news.de reports that ...
Numerous construction sites have already caused traffic disruptions on the A31, which stretches from Meppen to Oberhausen. As of September 20, 2025, incident reports have mostly been lifted. Among other things, drivers were able to drive unhindered from Gronau to Oberhausen. stau.info reports that...
Current developments and number games
What are the reasons behind the upcoming traffic disruptions? Infrastructural measures take place regularly in Germany to increase traffic safety and quality. The standard work “Traffic in Numbers”, published by the Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure, has demonstrated for years the continuous need for investment in transport infrastructure. These measures are crucial not only for safety but also for the efficiency of traffic in Germany. bmv.de reports that ...
With a comprehensive analysis, the publication shows that German mobility has many facets - from emissions to citizens' everyday journeys. The current construction sites such as the one on the A31 are therefore part of holistic strategies to optimize the traffic situation in Germany. Even though construction work often causes inconveniences, it is an important step towards conscientious mobility and road safety.
Overall, the potential for traffic congestion on the A31 remains high, and it is worthwhile for travelers to keep a close eye on traffic reports and check possible alternative routes.