Holidaymakers embarking on summer journeys across Europe should brace for significant traffic disruptions this weekend. Major routes in france, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Italy are predicted to experience heavy congestion as vacationers travel to popular destinations. Authorities and travel organizations are advising drivers to plan ahead and allow for extra travel time.

In France, the Autoroute du Soleil, specifically the A7 between Lyon and Orange, is expected to be a hotspot for delays. Motorists heading towards the Spanish border via the A9 may also encounter lengthy queues, according to the ANWB. Similarly, the A10 leading to Bordeaux and the popular coastal towns in the southwest are anticipated to be heavily trafficked. The busiest periods on French roads are likely to occur between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Germany faces a double challenge as summer vacation begins in several federal states. This coincides with many travelers heading to Italy and Croatia, while others return north. The ANWB highlights that this combination, coupled with over 1,200 ongoing roadworks, will lead to considerable delays. Expect significant traffic jams, particularly around major urban centers such as Hamburg, Frankfurt, and Nuremberg, and along the A8 route towards Salzburg.

Travelers in Austria and Switzerland should