Traffic Jam on the A58 and A59 Closures
Automobilisten op de A58 from Breda toward Tilburg faced severe delays on Monday afternoon, October 19, with travel times reaching up to 80 minutes due to ongoing roadwork and a broken-down truck, Omroep Brabant reported. The congestion resulted from a combination of major construction on the A59 and a disabled vehicle blocking traffic just past Bavel.
Roadwork Diverts Vehicles to the A58
The traffic disruption stemmed primarily from extensive roadwork on the A59 near junction Hooipolder. Rijkswaterstaat closed the A59 in both directions starting Friday evening, forcing large volumes of traffic to reroute onto the A58.
Disabled Truck Worsens Regional Delays
A broken-down truck located just past Bavel exacerbated the gridlock on Monday afternoon. The disabled vehicle choked traffic flow heading toward Tilburg, compounding the already heavy volume caused by the A59 detours. The congestion spilled over beyond the main highway, causing significantly heavier traffic than normal on various regional provincial roads.
Road Closure Schedule and Reopening
Rijkswaterstaat issued warnings regarding the extensive disruptions ahead of the weekend closures. The A59 closure near junction Hooipolder remains in effect to accommodate the ongoing infrastructure work. Authorities set the scheduled reopening for Monday morning, October 26, 2026, meaning drivers must factor in continued travel delays throughout the week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the A59 closed near junction Hooipolder?
Rijkswaterstaat implemented a full closure of the A59 in both directions for large-scale infrastructure construction and maintenance work that began on Friday evening.
How long will the A59 roadwork last?
The road closure and associated construction work are scheduled to continue until the morning of Monday, October 26, 2026.
Which alternative routes are affected by the congestion?
In addition to heavy delays stretching up to 80 minutes on the A58 between Breda and Tilburg, drivers experienced severe slowdowns on several regional provincial roads as traffic sought alternative paths.