Major A73 closure near Nijmegen: detours and delays expected from April 9-13
Drivers in Limburg and Gelderland face significant disruptions as the A73 between Rijkevoort and Malden closes for essential maintenance. Expect delays of up to 30 minutes and follow detours via the A2 and A50.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Road Closed | A73 between junction Rijkevoort and exit 3 Malden (direction Nijmegen) |
| Dates & Times | April 9 (9:00 PM) to April 13 (5:00 AM) |
| Affected Areas | A77/A73 connecting road, on/off-ramps at Haps, Cuijk, Malden, Rest area Hondsiep |
| Detours | Traffic from Maastricht/Germany: A2/A50 or A67/A2/A50 |
| Additional Travel Time | Up to 30 minutes |
| Reason for Closure | Essential maintenance by Rijkswaterstaat |
Rijkswaterstaat is responsible for the management and maintenance of major Dutch highways, including the A73. This work ensures road safety and reliability for millions of daily commuters and travelers.
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A73 closed between Rijkevoort and Malden from April 9 to 13
Rijkswaterstaat is carrying out work on the A73. Therefore, the road will be closed from Thursday, April 9 at 9:00 PM to Monday, April 13 at 5:00 AM. This applies to the section between junction Rijkevoort and exit 3 Malden in the direction of Nijmegen.
What is closed?
- A77/A73 connecting road at junction Rijkevoort coming from Germany in the direction of Nijmegen.
- The on- and off-ramps at Haps, Cuijk, and Malden.
- Rest area Hondsiep with Shell gas station.
Expect a maximum of 30 minutes of additional travel time.
Detours
- Traffic from Maastricht to Nijmegen will travel via the A2 and A50.
- Traffic from Germany to Nijmegen will travel via the A67, A2, and A50.
- Traffic from Venray towards Rotterdam, Nijmegen, and Cuijk will travel via the A73, A77, N271, and A73.
Local traffic should follow the signs on site.
Why is the road closed?
Rijkswaterstaat is performing maintenance. This is necessary to keep the road safe. The work is being carried out on the weekend because traffic is lighter then.
More information
See www.rws.nl/onderhoudzn (This link leads to another website) or call 0800-8002 (free).