First Federal States with Easter Holidays: ADAC Warns of Increased Travel Traffic - Easter weekend traffic chaos looms across central Europe
Traffic across central Europe is set to worsen this weekend as the Easter holidays begin. Drivers in Germany, Austria, and routes towards the Netherlands will face delays from Friday afternoon. The annual Frühlingsdom spring fair in Hamburg will add to congestion in the city centre.
The busiest periods are expected on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. Northern Germany, particularly Lower Saxony and Bremen, will see heavy traffic and possible gridlock. Highways leading towards the Netherlands are also likely to slow down.
In Austria, construction work will disrupt travel on key motorways. The Tauern, Inntal, and Brenner routes face significant delays, along with the Gotthard pass. Winter sports destinations in the Alps and central upland regions will add to the congestion. Hamburg's city centre will experience extra pressure as the *Frühlingsdom* fair opens on Friday. Visitors and locals should prepare for slower journeys and possible hold-ups.
Drivers are advised to plan extra time for their trips over the Easter weekend. Delays will affect major routes in Germany, Austria, and towards the Netherlands. The combination of holiday travel, construction, and local events will create challenging conditions on the roads.
