Christmas Weekend Traffic Predictions: Quiet on Saint's Eve, Busy Elsewhere
Good news for drivers looking to hit the road on Christmas Eve - the German Automobile Club (ADAC) predicts less congestion compared to the anticipated gridlock predicted for Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. However, motorists are still encouraged to plan their trips meticulously, keeping in mind that occasional holiday traffic may result in some delays.
The quietness during Christmas Eve is contrasted with predictions of heavy traffic on the Tauern and Brenner highways in Austria. The ADAC recommends exploring alternative routes whenever possible due to urgently needed construction work and increased traffic jams.
Relatively congestion-free holidays are expected in Switzerland, with the Gotthard route and the access roads to ski resorts in Graubünden, Bernese Oberland, Valais, and central Switzerland being the only exceptions. Motorists should also anticipate high traffic on several Italy routes, like the Brenner and the roads into the Pustertal, Grödner, and Gadertal valleys, with the Vinschgau valley being another hotspot.
Despite the anticipated quietness on Monday, the first national holiday, many motorists will be returning from their vacation or starting their winter vacation, increasing the probability of holiday traffic. So, even though traffic is expected to be lighter compared to the usual bustle on these roads, motorists must remain vigilant, especially on Saturday when it shares the status as the first national holiday.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information about traffic conditions during the Christmas weekend, I strongly recommend checking with the ADAC's official resources or local traffic advisories.
