Traffic jams and construction sites: Neubrandenburg's traffic problems in 2024

Traffic jams and construction sites: Neubrandenburg's traffic problems in 2024

In Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, the completion of the Neubrandenburg bypass represents significant progress in the infrastructure. According to the report by DEGES The last construction phase was successfully completed, allowing traffic to cross a new bridge on the Deutsche Bahn tracks. This will make things easier for residents and commuters, who will be less affected by noise and exhaust fumes. Relieving inner-city traffic is now in sight by reducing the number of entrances that were previously prone to traffic jams.

Construction sites and significant cost increases

But not everything is rosy. The B 96 remains an unsolved problem and continues to represent a “pain threshold” for the region. The debate about the necessary expansion has been dragging on for a long time, while construction work in the area has stalled despite protests in 2024, as the Northern Courier reported. The costs for the new bridge to the Baltic Sea island of Usedom have now more than doubled, from the original 138 million euros to an estimated 287 million euros.

In addition, rail travelers complain about catastrophic connections in the Neubrandenburg area, as hardly any trains will run until February 2025 due to construction work and material defects. The so-called “concrete cancer” reaction has led to a need for extensive renovation. Disgruntled passengers are being forced to switch to cars while motorists in the region are having to prepare for patient journeys as extensive roadworks test the patience of all road users. Despite these difficulties, the ADAC expects a positive congestion forecast for 2025 with an average delay of less than ten minutes per hour of travel time.