Traffic jam alarm on the A20: Current traffic reports for Greifswald!

Traffic jam alarm on the A20: Current traffic reports for Greifswald!

Traffic in the Greifswald and Usedom region is a hot topic today, October 17, 2025. Especially at this time when many people are on the move, it is important to have the most up-to-date information about traffic jams, construction sites and traffic delays. The Baltic Sea newspaper According to him, there are numerous ways to keep up to date with the local traffic situation.

Real-time traffic information for the region

The Ostsee-Zeitung traffic jam and traffic service offers real-time data for Greifswald and the surrounding areas in collaboration with “TomTom” and their highly developed GPS technologies. This information is obtained from around 80 million mobile devices and several million road sensors. If you are traveling on the A20 or the federal highways B105, B109, B110 or B111, you can be sure that the data is updated every five minutes to fully reflect current events.

Which tool do you use for your route planning? The ADAC It also provides valuable traffic information with its maps and predicts traffic conditions for future departures. This is especially helpful if you want to plan your route in advance. Not only current and planned construction sites are displayed here, but also specific dangerous situations such as slippery snow or storm warnings that could be important for your trip.

Challenges in road traffic

A look at the traffic situation shows that traffic jams are often caused by tailgating and sudden braking - a phenomenon also known as the accordion effect. The Traffic jam card offers a user-friendly way to find out about current traffic jam reports. The majority of traffic jam reports can be observed primarily on Mondays and Fridays, while certain times such as 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. are particularly congested.

The statistical data from recent years show that there will continue to be an increased risk of traffic jams in the future. May, June and September are traditionally among the most congested months. To avoid stress and aggression while waiting, we recommend listening to relaxing music or simply taking deep breaths.

Securing the emergency lane is essential: If you are stuck in a traffic jam, you should always make sure that emergency vehicles can get through. If there are two lanes, the left lane must be pushed to the left and the right lane to the right. If there are three or more lanes, this should be done accordingly so as not to delay the emergency services.

Be well prepared!

The best way to prevent traffic problems is to plan carefully and use all available traffic information. Before you start your journey, you should always check the current status of things and, if necessary, consider alternative routes. It's never a bad idea to have a good hand in choosing the best time to travel to avoid traffic jams.

Whether you're on the way to work, on vacation or visiting friends - stay informed and relaxed as you cruise through the beautiful landscapes of Greifswald and Usedom!