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Traffic jam at the Pfändetunnel: This will turn your Friday into a traffic nightmare!
Find out current traffic information about the Pfändetunnel near Lindau on Lake Constance, including traffic jams and alternatives.
Traffic jam at the Pfändetunnel: This will turn your Friday into a traffic nightmare!
Today, October 27, 2025, things will get exciting again on the Rhine Valley Autobahn A14, which acts as an important west-east connection in Austria. In particular, the Pfändentunnel, which lies between Lochau and Bregenz and is around 6.7 kilometers long, is the focus of traffic volume. This traffic artery is not only essential for commuters, but also for holiday travel to neighboring countries.
The A14 stretches over 64 kilometers from Hörbranz on the German border to Bludenz. Drivers have to expect traffic jams, closures and delays, especially during the holiday months, on weekends and during rush hour. The reasons for the high load are holiday traffic to Switzerland, Italy and western Austria as well as freight transport between Bavaria and the Lake Constance area. Commuters from Vorarlberg to the south of Germany also contribute to the heavy traffic.
Congestion and traffic forecasts
The risk of traffic jams in the area of the Pfändetunnel is particularly high on the following days and times:
- Freitag nachmittags und Samstagvormittags (Beginn der Urlaubszeit)
- Sonntagnachmittag und -abend (Rückreiseverkehr)
- Feiertage und lange Wochenenden (Ausflugsverkehr)
- Werktags zwischen 7-9 Uhr und 16-18 Uhr (Berufsverkehr)
- Bei Grenzkontrollen und Baustellen
Current construction sites and traffic disruptions, such as regular night closures between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. for maintenance, also contribute to the traffic jam problem. The renovation of the eastern tube of the Pfändetunnel is also planned for 2026. A change in traffic routing due to the renovation of the Bregenz junction could make passage more difficult.
Transport alternatives and tips
There are a few alternatives for drivers who want to avoid the Pfändetunnel. The route via Bregenz city (B190) is not fully recommended - the many traffic lights can lengthen the journey - but it is still a possible bypass. If you want to avoid serious traffic jams, you should travel early in the morning or at night. Local public transport with its good rail connections also represents an attractive alternative.
Another option for traveling across Lake Constance are the ferries between Lindau and Bregenz, which offer a picturesque and stress-free crossing.
Toll and vignette information
Another aspect to consider is the toll and vignette information. Since December 2019 there is no longer a vignette requirement between Hörbranz and Hohenems. However, from Hohenems a normal car vignette is required; There is no special toll. For larger vehicles over 3.5 tonnes, car owners must carry a GO Box.
The traffic volume and possible construction sites can be tracked online, for example via the ÖAMTC. Constantly updating information can help plan the trip better and avoid unexpected delays.
For those who would like even more information, in addition to Reisereporter there are also other sources such as Yahoo helpful.