Hamburg, July 2, 2026 – The A1 motorway in Hamburg is scheduled for another weekend closure due to ongoing construction work on the Süderelbe Bridge. This time, the closure will affect the lanes heading towards Bremen, between the Hamburg-Stillhorn and Hamburg-Harburg junctions.
A1 Closure: Essential for Süderelbe Bridge Reconstruction
According to Autobahn GmbH, the A1 will be completely closed from Friday, 10 PM, until Monday, 5 AM. This measure is crucial for the replacement of the dilapidated Süderelbe Bridge. Motorists are advised to expect considerable traffic jams and delays, and to avoid the area if possible.
Diversion Routes for Local and Long-Distance Traffic
During the closure, traffic will be diverted from the A1 at the Hamburg-Stillhorn junction. The designated U 76 detour will guide vehicles via Kornweide, Bundesstraße 75 (B75), and Fünfhausener Landweg, leading back to the A1 at the Harburg junction.
For long-distance traffic originating from the north and heading towards Bremen, a broader diversion is recommended. Drivers should take the A20 from the Lübeck interchange to Bad Segeberg, then continue on the B206 to Bad Bramstedt, and finally merge onto the A7 towards Hanover/Bremen.
Background: Süderelbe Bridge Reconstruction Project
This weekend’s closure follows a similar one two weeks ago in the opposite direction, which also caused several kilometers of traffic jams around the construction site. The closures are part of a larger project to replace the aging Elbe bridges on the A1. The new Norderelbe Bridge is expected to be completed by the end of 2029, with construction slated to begin next year, utilizing an accelerated procedure in Hamburg.
In related news, Deutsche Bahn is also planning the reconstruction of the railway bridges over the Süderelbe. These works are scheduled to commence in 2028, replacing the existing structure built in the 1970s.
Impact and Recommendations for Motorists
The Autobahn GmbH emphasizes the importance of planning journeys in advance and considering alternative routes to minimize disruption. Real-time traffic updates will be available through various channels, and commuters are encouraged to check these before traveling.
The construction work is essential for ensuring the long-term safety and efficiency of this vital transport artery, despite the temporary inconvenience to drivers.
Source: https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/hamburg/a1-in-hamburg-wird-wieder-uebers-wochenende-gesperrt,aeins-132.html
