Road closure on the A8 at Pforzheim persists until Sunday morning, disrupting travel.
A8 Motorway Closure Near Pforzheim: Traffic Detours and Anticipated Delays
The A8 motorway near Pforzheim will be partially closed for 57 hours from Friday evening at 8 pm to Monday morning at 5 am, due to construction work related to the renewal of the overhead power line between Birkenfeld and Ötisheim in the Enz district.
Affected Areas and Detour Routes
During this period, drivers heading towards Karlsruhe should exit at Pforzheim-West and follow Karlsruher/Wilferdinger Strasse (B10) towards the city center. Those coming from Stuttgart should exit at Pforzheim-Ost and proceed along Eutinger Strasse (B19) towards the city center.
Traffic will be rerouted during this time, with motorists expected to encounter several kilometers of traffic jam in both directions. The closure will affect the section between the junctions Pforzheim-North and Pforzheim-West, but the opposite direction towards Stuttgart will not be affected. Long-distance traffic will be rerouted via the A81 and A6 between the Leonberg motorway junction and the Weinsberg motorway intersection.
Potential Traffic Impact
Congestion and longer waiting times are likely, especially on weekends and public holidays due to the construction near Pforzheim. The ADAC warns that this stretch of the A8 is prone to traffic jams caused by construction sites and high traffic volume. However, the Pforzheim police does not expect major traffic chaos, despite holiday traffic.
The motorway company advises following detour signs and switching off navigation systems to keep the burden on road users and residents low. Drivers should plan for additional travel time and anticipate congestion, especially on weekend closures related to ongoing roadworks.
Emergency Services Access
To ensure the accessibility of emergency and rescue services, the A8 will be closed as far as the junction Pforzheim-South. Dismantling works by the power line operator Transnet BW are responsible for the closure.
In the direction of Stuttgart, traffic will be routed through Pforzheim via the U7a and U9. Despite holiday traffic, the Pforzheim police does not expect major traffic chaos. The motorway company does not anticipate major traffic chaos, but drivers should expect several kilometers of traffic jam in the construction area.
The closure is due to significant damage to the road surface, and the motorway company advises motorists to follow posted detour routes and be patient during this time. The works are part of ongoing efforts to improve and maintain the A8 motorway network.
Given the ongoing construction work on the A8 motorway near Pforzheim, general-news outlets should report on the expected delays and detour routes for motorists. The weather condition during this period might also affect traffic flow, so drivers are advised to check both the road and weather updates before their journey.
