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A46 near Hüsten: closure from August 12th - danger of traffic jams ahead!
Traffic restrictions in the Hochsauerlandkreis: A46 closure between Hüsten on August 12th and 13th, 2025 due to construction work.
A46 near Hüsten: closure from August 12th - danger of traffic jams ahead!
In North Rhine-Westphalia, the traffic situation will change significantly in the coming days, as there will be several construction sites and closures on the motorways. The A46, which provides important connections between different cities, will be particularly affected. From August 12, 2025 at 11:00 p.m. until August 13, 2025 at 4:00 a.m., the motorway in the direction of Brilon near Hüsten will be closed. Users should prepare for increased traffic and possibly longer waiting times, as temporary traffic jams cannot be ruled out during this time. Information about this fact has been provided by the State Office for Road Construction in North Rhine-Westphalia, and you can find it on the [reports from news.de]. trust.
But it's not just the A46 that is affected. There are also signs of a similar traffic situation on other routes. According to current reports from stau.info, there have already been traffic jams of up to 2 km on the A46 towards Wuppertal between Wuppertal-Cronenberg and Wuppertal-Sonnborn in the last few days. It was also announced that following the closure-related work on the A46 between Hüsten and Arnsberg-Altstadt, a diversion for the Hüsten entrance will also be necessary from August 12th.
The challenge with the construction sites
The construction sites on North Rhine-Westphalia's highways are currently a big issue. For example, several lane restrictions are to be expected on the A46, not only because of the work at Hüsten, but also on other sections of the route. Construction sites not only pose the risk of traffic jams, but also require increased attention from drivers. An overview of the current construction sites can be viewed at verkehrslage.de, where you can find useful information.
The further restrictions on the A46 also apply to other motorways, such as the A1. Various bridge work until the end of August and September does not make the situation any easier for commuters in and around Cologne. Drivers should prepare for longer travel times as many road sections are temporarily narrowed.
Traveling with foresight
With all these changes. that are coming up soon, it is advisable to find out early and choose the best route. If you change your mind now, you can avoid unnecessary waiting times and stress. So, be smart, plan your trips carefully, and take care of yourself and others on the road! There will be a lot going on in the next few days, but together we can get through this heavy traffic.