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Start of the holiday in Hesse: traffic jams and tips for relaxed travel!
Traveling in Hesse at the start of the holiday: traffic jam forecasts, important tips on the traffic situation and alternative routes for stress-free driving.
Start of the holiday in Hesse: traffic jams and tips for relaxed travel!
The summer holidays in Hesse start on Friday, July 4, 2025 and will bring with them a significant increase in travel traffic. The ADAC warns of crowded streets and traffic jams, which are to be expected especially from Friday afternoon. This situation is exacerbated by the simultaneous holidays in Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland, which leads to an increase in the number of travelers as many families go on holiday at the same time. In this context, the traffic situation on the A3, A5 and A7 motorways plays a central role. Hesse show reports that the following routes in Hesse in particular could be affected by traffic jams:
- A4 Erfurt – Kirchheimer Dreieck (AS Bad Hersfeld)
- A4 Kirchheimer Dreieck – Erfurt (zwischen Kirchheimer Dreieck und Friedewald)
- A5 Kassel – Frankfurt (Höhe Hattenbacher Dreieck und Nordwestkreuz Frankfurt)
- A7 Fulda – Würzburg (zwischen Bad Brückenau-Volkers und Sinntalbrücke)
In addition, construction defects are a serious issue. Around 1,200 construction sites nationwide influence traffic conditions. There are some prominent construction sites in Hesse that will play a role during the holiday season. Delays are also expected on the A4 between Erfurt and Kirchheimer triangle as well as on the A5 and A7. South Germans also points out that other routes in Hesse are affected by construction sites, such as in Flörsheim, Stadtallendorf and between Kassel and Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Travel recommendations
To avoid traffic jams, the ADAC recommends driving anti-cyclically and starting at off-peak times. This could mean travelers scheduling their departure Monday to Thursday or leaving as early or late in the day as possible. This can be particularly helpful for families with children to minimize stress when traveling. It is advisable to allow sufficient time to check the traffic situation before departure and to identify possible alternative routes.
Another important note concerns safety in the car. In warm weather, the interior of a vehicle can heat up to 50 degrees Celsius, making it dangerous to leave children or animals alone in the car. The ADAC recommends carrying enough water and snacks with you and taking regular breaks to ensure a pleasant journey for everyone traveling with you.
Travel preparations at the airport
In order to optimize the parking situation, there is also the option of reserving parking spaces at the airport online in advance. This preparation is recommended to minimize possible stressful situations before or during the trip.
In summary, the upcoming start of the holiday in Hesse is all about patience and good planning in order to make the travel time as pleasant and safe as possible.