Full closure in Hohnstein: Commuters have to be patient!

Full closure in Hohnstein: Commuters have to be patient!

From June 30th, commuters in Saxon Switzerland will have to dress warmly because the S165 in Hohnstein will be completely closed for six weeks. This not only has an impact on traffic, but also divides the city in half in terms of traffic. There will be major traffic jams here and drivers' patience will be tested. Signs appear to be good that the construction site will take some time, as Obere Straße in Hohnstein will remain closed to through traffic until August 8th. The reason for the extensive work is the defective piping of the Hohnsteiner Bach, which has already led to flooding during heavy rain. The situation is not optimal for residents and commuters who are dependent on new traffic routes.

What's happening in Bannewitz? There is positive news here: around 50 new jobs are in sight, thanks to the construction of the American restaurant "Timberjacks". The head of the gastro chain, Thomas Kemner, has already announced that he would like to create several dozen jobs in different fields of activity. The search for personnel should begin as soon as the opening date is set. This development could not only stimulate the labor market, but also provide positive economic stimulus for the region.

Traffic situation in Hohnstein

There are currently no alarming reports of danger, but the situation remains tense due to the construction sites. In addition to the varying dangers in road traffic, such as the risk of slipping or poor visibility, there are also potential obstacles on the road. Drivers need to be particularly careful, as wrong-way drivers – wrong-way drivers traveling in the opposite direction of travel – also pose a serious risk. Safety on the roads should always be a priority, especially during such large construction sites.

Numbers and statistics

According to the latest edition of the “Traffic in Numbers” report Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure Traffic statistics have been an indispensable source of information for Germany for over 50 years. The publication offers current values ​​on investments in infrastructure, accidents and the mobility behavior of Germans. The numbers illustrate the importance of continuously improving the transport infrastructure, which is also of great importance for cities like Hohnstein and Bannewitz.

In summary, it can be said that the coming weeks will be a test of patience for commuters in Saxon Switzerland. The traffic disruptions caused by the extensive construction work must be offset by the positive developments in Bannewitz, which are creating new jobs. It remains to be seen how the situation will develop and what measures will be taken to make traffic more fluid.