Construction site closure: diversion on the A21 at the Bargteheide motorway junction!

Construction site closure: diversion on the A21 at the Bargteheide motorway junction!

There are currently some exciting developments in Schleswig-Holstein that we should take a closer look at. The focus is particularly on the A21 bridge at the Bargteheide motorway junction. How NDR reported, the renovation of the bridge started in May 2024 and has now been completed. However, road users now have to be patient, as the A21 crossing bridge will remain closed from September 26th to mid-October. The diversions towards Schwarzenbek have already been set up, but the traffic jams could not be avoided.

The current traffic situation on the A21 shows that numerous construction sites have already been successfully cleared on September 25, 2025. Between Bornhöved and Wahlstedt there were reports that the road was briefly blocked, but these have now been lifted and traffic can flow unhindered again stau.info informed. For the coming days, however, it should be noted that there will be bridge work between the Bornhöved entrance and the Rehbrook-West rest area on September 26th and the night of September 26th to 27th, which will restrict traffic.

Exciting court verdict on stolen ambulance

Another exchange of blows from the judiciary is keeping people busy: A 29-year-old was sentenced to three years in prison by the Kiel district court because he stole an ambulance in Hamburg in November 2024, triggering a chase through Kiel. In addition to the rapid drive, the man demanded hostages and threatened to blow up the vehicle. These dramatic events ended on a bridge railing. The convicted person must serve his sentence in a psychiatric hospital, which the court deemed necessary.

Sporting highlights on Brandenburg Beach

In the meantime, the sporting event of the year is taking place on Sylt. The Windsurf World Cup is in full swing and started on September 25th at Brandenburger Strand in Westerland. More than 100 surfers, including the five-time German world champion Philip Köster, take part in this exciting competition. Up to 200,000 visitors are expected between now and October 5th to watch the exciting competitions and enjoy a piece of the North Sea atmosphere NDR.

Road safety in Schleswig-Holstein

Given the current safety situation on the roads, the increase in road accidents and fatalities in the region is alarming. In particular, in 2022, 102 people died in traffic accidents, representing an increase of 32.5% compared to the previous year. This is evident from the current figures available on the website of Schleswig-Holstein State Parliament were published. The main causes of accidents are often turning and right-of-way violations, excessive speeds and failure to maintain distances.

Of particular concern is the increase in accidents involving children, which has increased by 18.5%. In order to counteract this worrying development, the “Advancing Vision Zero” initiative was launched by the CDU and the Greens. The aim is to increase traffic safety in Schleswig-Holstein and reduce the number of traffic accidents.

In summary, it can be seen that Schleswig-Holstein is currently facing numerous challenges and exciting events. Whether it's the traffic on the A21, the court rulings or the sporting highlights on Sylt - things remain exciting in the region.