Traffic chaos in Hamburg: Ed Sheeran and Schlagermove meet A7 closure!

Traffic chaos in Hamburg: Ed Sheeran and Schlagermove meet A7 closure!

The anticipation for Ed Sheerans concerts in the Volksparkstadion of Hamburg on 4, 5th and 6th July 2025 increases: Up to 150,000 fans are expected on these three days who want to celebrate the latest hits in English pop stars. It will be particularly exciting on July 5, because on this day the popular hit movement takes place in Hamburg in parallel. However, this double event power could cause massive traffic problems, since the A7 is closed from Friday evening to Monday morning due to urgent construction work. Autobahn GmbH has announced that the construction site area between Stellingen and Heimfeld remains closed in both directions. Departments are set up via the A1, A21 and B205, so that road users should adjust to significant delays, especially on Saturday.

Not only on the highway is getting tight: the streets in Hamburg City also have to prepare for a rush. On July 5, a caravan from 50 trucks will pull through the city, from 12 p.m. the streets will be closed along the route - that is, it will also be tight. The Glacishaussee will be closed continuously from Friday evening to Sunday morning. FKP Scorpio Group, the organizer of the concerts, therefore recommends using public transport or traveling via Park & ​​Ride offers. A detailed plan for arrival and departure of the concert goers will be published in the coming week to avoid chaos.

cards for the big show

In advance, fans already have the opportunity to secure tickets for the concerts. The ticket prices for the Hamburg concert are between 35.22 and 145.22 euros and can be booked via the Ticketmaster and Eventim platforms from July 10, 2025 at 9 a.m. In order to get the best places, it is advisable to be ready 30 minutes before the start of sales, open several windows and to provide the credit card for quick payment. Secondary providers such as Viagogo should only be considered as the last option. Arena Tour also reports on the upcoming highlights of the "Mathematics Tour" and the associated concert places in Germany.

traffic management for major events

The challenges of journey to major events such as Ed Sheeran's concerts should not be underestimated. The city of Hamburg is facing a logistical masterpiece. Effective traffic management is of the utmost importance to cope with additional traffic and promote sustainability. In view of the climate change, environmentally friendly mobility offers are particularly popular. Innovative concepts for reducing CO2 emissions at major events, such as those who were successfully implemented at UEFA Euro 24 or the Oktoberfest, could also be used here for the concerts of Ed Sheeran. Street and traffic planners are required to ensure a smooth journey and at the same time focus on the sustainability aspect.

The entire metropolitan region is looking forward to a grand event and the associated festivities. Preparations are already in full swing, and with a little planning, fans can enjoy both the concerts and the hit moves to the fullest. It remains exciting which solutions the authorities will present for traffic control.