Suche
Mein Konto
Major construction site on Saarlandstrasse: Drivers have to prepare for two years!
From June 2025, Saarlandstrasse in Winterhude will be extensively renovated for two years to improve traffic safety and cycle paths.
Major construction site on Saarlandstrasse: Drivers have to prepare for two years!
There is an important construction project coming up in Hamburg that will affect drivers and cyclists alike. From Monday, June 30, 2025, Saarlandstrasse will become a major construction site. The 1.2 kilometer long stretch between Jahnring and the Saarlandstrasse subway station will be extensively renovated within two years. All four lanes for cars will be completely renewed in order to increase traffic safety and improve the quality of life for residents and pedestrians. The city is investing a total of 8.45 million euros in this project, of which 1.2 million euros will be made available by the Hamburg energy networks MOPO reported.
The impact of the construction work will also have an impact on the Stadthalle bridge: it will be closed to motorists, while cyclists and pedestrians can continue to use the bridge. This not only ensures safety during construction activities, but also expands the infrastructure for cyclists. Wider cycle paths and a direct connection to the U3 station are planned. A bicycle lane is being set up, particularly in the southern area of Saarlandstrasse, to increase its attractiveness for cyclists.
Green accents and infrastructure improvements
As part of the renovation, attention will also be paid to environmental friendliness: the Saarlandstrasse area will be greened, with seven old trees being felled and a total of 13 new ones being replanted. At the Alte Wöhr entrance, the footpath will be equipped with extensive lighting to increase safety in this section. The Hamburg energy network is also laying a new high-voltage line underground to ensure a modern power supply.
The construction site will not only affect the road surface, but also other important infrastructure. The existing asphalt roadway is in poor condition with ruts and unevenness. A basic repair of the roadway as well as the renewal and renovation of the road drainage systems are necessary. Earthworks are also planned for the laying of new power cable routes, which will improve the electrical supply in the area, according to information from Tenders Germany.
The role of urban development
The Urban Development Committee of the Hamburg Citizenship supported this important project in order to promote progress in urban development. Several committees are involved in making the necessary votes and ensuring that the conversion goes smoothly, as the Hamburg citizenship notes.
It won't be easy for drivers during the construction period: however, they will be able to drive in one lane in each direction. It is recommended that alternative routes be considered to avoid construction delays. The expected end of the work is scheduled for September 2027.
The people of Hamburg can look forward to improved infrastructure, which promises a higher quality of life and sustainably better transport connections in the city in the long term.