Berlin’s Elsen Bridge chaos sparks calls for A100 highway shutdown

A new motorway was supposed to ease traffic—but instead, Berlin’s Elsen Bridge became a nightmare. Now, drastic measures are on the table.

, and Administrator

2025 December 10 . 10:26 PM

1 min read

In the image we can see there is a red colour double decker bus on the road and its written "City... — In the image we can see there is a red colour double decker bus on the road and its written "City Bus" on it. There is a traffic cone kept on the road and behind there is a hill.

Traffic Jam at Elsen Bridge - Greens Criticize Senate - Berlin’s Elsen Bridge chaos sparks calls for A100 highway shutdown

Berlin’s Elsen Bridge has faced severe congestion since late August, when a new motorway section opened nearby. The Green Party is now pushing for urgent action, including a temporary shutdown of the A100 until mid-2026 to ease the gridlock.

The problems began after the A100 extension launched, causing traffic jams at the interchange. The closure of the Elsen Bridge worsened delays, leading to repeated chaos for drivers.

The Senate maintains that traffic has improved, but the Greens demand more aggressive steps. If their proposals go ahead, the A100 could close for years while the Elsen Bridge undergoes expansion. The final decision will shape Berlin’s traffic management for the foreseeable future.