Brace Yourself for Gridlock: Corpus Christi Holiday and Vacation Backlog
Heavy traffic anticipated as public holiday and vacation conclude, roads likely to be congested. - Anticipated large gatherings during public holidays and weekends
Heads up, road-trippers! Expect delays on the highways in the coming days as traffic congestion builds up. According to the automobile club ADAC, awkward stop-and-go scenarios will kick off mid-week due to the Corpus Christi holiday on Thursday and the subsequent bridge day. Many folks are planning short getaways.
Several federal states such as Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg, Hesse, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, Saarland, parts of Saxony, and Thuringia will be off work for Corpus Christi.
As vacay goesons return, congestion will rise
The ADAC forecasts a serious spike in traffic on the highways starting from Wednesday afternoon. To make matters worse, the Pfingst holidays are winding down in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, meaning even more travelers will be on the road, particularly on Saturday. The ADAC warns of congestion, especially when heading north.
Last year, Wednesday before Corpus Christi ranked as one of the most congested days of the year, and this year, it is predicted to be the busiest day of the week [1]. Fortunately, Friday, the bridge day, is expected to be relatively traffic-free.
Don't forget about our friendly neighbors!
Congestion ain't just a German thing—our neighbors in Austria and Switzerland also celebrate Corpus Christi as a holiday. The ADAC warns that traffic will be busy on Bavaria's border roads, particularly on classic holiday routes such as the Brenner, Inntal, Tauern motorways, and the Swiss Gotthard route.
What can we expect in 2025?
Based on typical patterns and general knowledge, Corpus Christi as a holiday in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg frequently causes traffic mayhem, especially when the following Friday is taken as a bridge day, extending the holiday weekend. This usually means heavier traffic on highways during peak times as people take short vacays or visit loved ones.
So, before hitting the road, keep it cool and plan accordingly. For real-time traffic updates, it's best to tune into official ADAC traffic alerts closer to the date [1].
- Corpus Christi
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- ADAC
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- Bavaria
- Baden-Württemberg
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- Short vacation
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[1] ADAC traffic forecasts and warnings for 2025 may not be available yet at the time of writing. Check closer to the date for accurate information.
- The predicted busy traffic days include Wednesday, due to Corpus Christi, and Saturday, as the Pfingst holidays wind down in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg.
- With the increasing number of people taking short vacations during Corpus Christi, it's advisable to adhere to the community policy of planning ahead and following employment policies to manage peak travel times effectively.
