B104 closure in Schwerin: traffic jam chaos threatens during the summer holidays!

B104 closure in Schwerin: traffic jam chaos threatens during the summer holidays!

The summer holidays are just around the corner and for many commuters heading to Schwerin that means trouble with construction sites. The B104 will be completely closed for around four weeks from mid-August. The reason for this is a necessary renovation of the ceiling between Sternberg and Weitendorf. According to the Schweriner Volkszeitung The public tender for the construction work has already been made and the construction process will be determined in close cooperation with the construction company.

During the holiday season there are fewer commuters and no school bus traffic, which somewhat mitigates the impact of the construction site. The road construction and traffic administration of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania is already appealing to drivers to plan their trips in advance and adapt their driving style accordingly. There will likely be additional traffic disruptions during the construction period.

More construction sites on the B104

But road users don't just have to be patient when the ceiling is being replaced. A cycle path between Thurow and Zaschendorf is already under construction and is expected to be completed by the end of November 2025. There may be speed limits and partial closures on the 4.8 kilometer route, which could further impact traffic flow.

There are currently no dangerous traffic reports like the website verkehrslage.de reported. However, increased precautionary measures generally apply at road construction sites. On certain routes, obstacles such as tires or stones can increase the risk of accidents, which is why it is advisable to adapt your driving style.

Background information on road construction

A look at the latest developments in road construction shows that this type of infrastructure is still the focus in Germany. In 2023, over 13 billion euros were generated in road construction, although there were some declines. Investments in the federal highway network, which includes around 13,200 kilometers of highways, accounted for a significant share. The construction of highways is financed by money from the federal government, and investments are expected to increase to almost 9.8 billion euros in the coming years. ​These developments can also be understood in connection with the current work on the B104 and its importance for the transport infrastructure. Further details can be found on Statista.

The coming weeks promise both challenges and progress on the roads. Drivers should be vigilant and prepare for possible changes in traffic flow while infrastructure continues to be expanded.