Beginning Monday, June 8, the Ředitelství silnic a dálnic (ŘSD) will open an additional one-kilometer segment of the D35 motorway in the Hradec Králové Region. This development represents a key phase in the ongoing effort to finalize the Sadová – Plotiště section of the motorway, which is slated for complete delivery later this year.
The newly accessible segment is located beyond the Plotiště motorway junction, oriented toward Sadová. Motorists should be aware that traffic will be restricted to the right-hand lane only, maintaining a 1+1 traffic regime while construction continues.
Construction and Traffic Realignment
To facilitate the necessary infrastructure work, including the construction of a new overpass that will carry the existing I/35 road (eventually to be designated as II/635) over the new motorway, the current I/35 route will be closed. This temporary traffic management plan is expected to remain in effect until October.
According to updates from the municipality of Všestary, traffic traveling from Všestary to Hradec Králové will be diverted via a turn-off at Rozběřice. For other motorists, the flow on the I/35 will be redirected onto the motorway lane after crossing the railway bridge, returning to the original route near the motorway junction.
Did You Know?
The current project is part of a broader expansion of the D35, building upon the first stage of the Sadová – Plotiště section that opened to the public last year alongside the completion of the Sadová – Hořice stretch.
Expert Insight:
The decision to implement a 1+1 traffic regime during the final stages of the D35 construction suggests a strategic attempt to balance the need for rapid infrastructure progress with the necessity of maintaining regional connectivity. While the current closures and diversions may create short-term logistical challenges for local commuters, they are likely essential steps to ensure the structural integrity of the new overpass. Once the project reaches its full completion later this year, This proves expected that the region will see improved traffic flow and a more cohesive motorway network.
What Comes Next?
Following the conclusion of the traffic changes in October, it is likely that the remaining construction tasks for the full integration of the Sadová – Plotiště segment will be finalized. As the overpass work progresses through the summer, the area will undergo significant physical changes to accommodate the new road geometry. Upon completion, the project may bring an end to the current traffic restrictions, allowing for a more permanent and efficient transit layout for the region.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the new segment of the D35 open?
The new one-kilometer segment is scheduled to open on Monday, June 8.
Why is the I/35 road being closed?
The closure is necessary to facilitate work on the new motorway connection and the construction of an overpass that will carry the I/35 over the new D35 motorway.
How long will the current traffic changes last?
The modified traffic regime, including the diversion via Rozběřice, is expected to last until October.
How will these traffic changes impact your daily commute through the Hradec Králové Region?
