Before the return trip: A9 at the Schkeuditzer Kreuz closed for five days

Before the return trip: A9 at the Schkeuditzer Kreuz closed for five days

The upcoming renovation work on the A9 motorway, which takes place on the Schkeuditzer Kreuz, inevitably attract attention. From Monday on, drivers on this important north-south axis between Berlin and Munich have to raise considerable patience.

full closure of the A9: What does that mean for travelers?

The A9, especially the section between Brehna/Halle and the Schkeuditzer Kreuz, is completely blocked for five days. The measure begins on Monday at 9 a.m. and will continue until Wednesday, 12 p.m. After that, the closure between the hall and the big ball will continue in the same direction until Friday, August 2. These measures are necessary to renew the road.

effects on traffic and possible traffic jams

The timing of the full closure is particularly questionable because it is the last week of the holiday in Saxony. Many people return from their summer vacations, which significantly increases the likelihood of long traffic jams on the A9. With a daily traffic volume of up to 120,000 vehicles, the situation could be particularly tense.

detour and alternative routes

The detour of the affected route is quite extensive and requires additional planning from the drivers. From the Halle junction, the traffic is led via the B100 to the A14 at the Halle-Peißen junction. Then it continues via the A14 to the Parthenaue motorway triangle, where there is the possibility to get back to the A9 via the A38 and finally back onto the A9. So that these detours work smoothly, a lot of patience is required.

effects on the rail travelers

For those who consider the railway as an alternative, there are also restrictions here. Deutsche Bahn carries out comprehensive construction work until August 16, which not only affect bridges, but also tracks. As a result, the travel time on the route from Berlin to Leipzig is extended by about 45 minutes. Here, too, travelers have to expect delays.

meaning of the Schkeuditzer Kreuz

The Schkeuditzer Kreuz is considered the oldest German motorway cross at over 80 years of history and plays a central role in the connection between Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt. It links the A9 with the A14, which offers important connections to Wismar, Magdeburg and Dresden. The current renovation work is therefore not only relevant for regional traffic, but also a significant interference in the infrastructure, which is of crucial importance for many commuters and travelers.

The coming days will not only be a test of patience for drivers, but also for rail travelers. It remains to be seen how the traffic situation will develop and whether alternative routes can maintain the flow of traffic.

- Nag