Construction site B 166: Four weeks of traffic jams at the border crossing with Poland!
Construction work on the B166 between Schwedt and Poland begins on June 16th. Traffic disruptions expected for four weeks.

Construction site B 166: Four weeks of traffic jams at the border crossing with Poland!
From Monday, June 16, 2025, traffic on the B 166 federal highway between Schwedt and the border crossing into Poland will be significantly affected. As the SVZ reported that extensive construction work is beginning there and is expected to last four weeks. These measures are necessary to stabilize the roadway at critical points and increase traffic safety.
From Monday to Thursday, the road will be partially closed during the day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with traffic light regulations in place. In the evenings and nights as well as on Fridays and weekends there will be a partial closure without traffic lights. Road users are encouraged to adhere to the changed traffic routing and possibly allow more time for their journeys Brandenburg state government noted as a precaution.
Details of the construction work
The focus of the work is on stabilizing the roadway over a length of around 150 meters. For this purpose, an on-board system and a paving strip will be installed, which not only secures the road surface but also improves general traffic use. A good hand is certainly expected from the responsible construction workers in order to complete the work quickly and without further delays.
These measures could pose a particular challenge for commuters and travelers who regularly travel back and forth between Germany and Poland. It is therefore advisable to consult current traffic information when planning your route. The ADAC Maps offers helpful real-time data and predicts traffic flow in order to avoid disruptions and get to your destination with less stress.
Overall, carrying out these road works is a necessary step to improve safety on the roads. The construction work will hopefully proceed quickly and smoothly so that both cross-border traffic and local residents can benefit from improved infrastructure.