A Major Overhaul: The A4 in Bad Hersfeld-West and Ost is Getting a Makeover 🛠️🚧
Renovation Underway at Bad Hersfeld-West's A4 Section
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Let's talk about the massive project happening right now: The A4 in the areas of Bad Hersfeld-West and Ost is getting a facelift! The symbolic first groundbreaking ceremony for the West section took place today. 🎉
What's in the works for Phase 1? Brace yourself: the demolition and rebuilding of five bridges, the construction of two 10-meter sky-scraping noise barriers spanning approximately two kilometers, the addition of continuous shoulder and auxiliary lanes on both sides in the climbing sections totaling a whopping 2.6 kilometers, and the installation of noise-reducing asphalt on the road and bridges. Sounds like a heavy investament? You're damn right—the federal government is shelling out a cool 197 million euros for this transformative endeavor!
Dr. Michael Guentner, CEO of the Federal Highway Authority, has this to say: "With traffic forecasts predicting a whopping 40,000 vehicles daily on this stretch by 2030, it's essential that we invest in noise protection in our expansion measures. Citizens will definitely take notice and appreciate our efforts!"
This stretch of the A4 is crucial, says Guentner. "Thirty or forty years ago, when Bad Hersfeld was still a border zone, you'd never have believed the west-east traffic we have now. Times have changed—dramatically. Everyone knows how important it is to have a dependable west-east connection, and that's why this project's going to pack a powerful punch!"
So, when can we expect construction work to wrap up? Sooner than you think! Work will kick off shortly, with completion expected by 2029 or 2030. Curious for more deets? You can find them right here.
Road work may be messy, but this major project promises better traffic flow and unparalleled noise reduction. Let's ride the construction wave and look forward to a smoother, quieter journey in the years to come! 🚗🤘🌟
The A4 renovation in Bad Hersfeld-West and Ost is not only improving the transportation sector, but it is also receiving substantial funding from the federal government in the finance industry. The project, which includes the demolition and rebuilding of bridges, noise barriers, and extension of lanes, is expected to benefit the surrounding industries due to the improved logistics and reduced traffic congestion.
