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Full closures on A2 and A42! Diversions are putting a strain on traffic in the Ruhr area
On June 22nd, 2025, important motorway closures in the Ruhr area, especially on the A2 and A42, will be necessary due to bridge work.
Full closures on A2 and A42! Diversions are putting a strain on traffic in the Ruhr area
From Friday, June 20th, 9 p.m. to Sunday, June 22nd, 9 a.m., the message on the A2 in the Ruhr area is: “Closure, please note detour!” Between the Herten junction and the Recklinghausen junction, the motorway will be completely closed in both directions. The reason for this: The bridge over Münsterstrasse is being reinforced, which makes the use of supports necessary. Vehicles are prohibited from driving on the bridge during this work.
The authorities have already announced large-scale diversions. Motorists should plan their routes via the A3 and A40 to avoid the closed area. Commuters, holidaymakers and, last but not least, logistics companies should take the closure into account in their travel planning and be prepared for increased traffic volumes in the diversion regions. The traffic situation was carefully checked in advance to ensure that the diversion routes did not overlap, which should ease the flow of traffic.
Additional construction sites and traffic situation
But it's not just the A2 that's tough at the moment. Loud stau.info There are also several construction sites on the A2 between Hanover and Dortmund. For example, there will be a 15-minute complete closure between Bad Eilsen and Porta Westfalica. Authorities are recommending diversions so that traffic flow can be maintained. These disputes can quickly turn into longer travel times, so it is advisable to keep an eye on the current traffic situation.
There are still active construction sites on other routes. For example on the A2 near Hannover-Herrenhausen, which receives enthusiastic greetings because it is passable again. But be careful: a new construction site between the Weser Bridge and Porta Westfalica could also cause delays. All this information is available in the interactive dashboard on the current traffic situation autobahn.de available where drivers can get an overview of the situation on the highways.
As the traffic centers report, the situation is continuously monitored in order to be able to react quickly to unforeseeable disruptions. The pre-determined action concepts are ready to react to the constantly changing road conditions. Drivers should therefore stay informed and adapt their journeys accordingly.
Overall, we have a busy weekend ahead, especially for anyone who regularly travels the A2 and A42. If you plan cleverly, you have the best chance of avoiding traffic jams and getting to your destination in a relaxed manner.