Traffic jams on the AP-7 at Vandellòs: alternating passage and chaos in traffic

Collapse on the AP-7 with traffic jams bringing vehicles to a stop between Vandellòs and l'Hospitalet de l'Infant. Northbound traffic, heading towards Girona, has been affected by an alternating lane that further complicates the flow.

The Catalan Traffic Service alerted on May 4 at 21:18 hours about this congestion on the stretch between kilometer 280 and 281 of the highway, a critical point that accumulates cars and will force drivers to seek alternative routes.

The cause of the collapse on the AP-7

Works at kilometer point 280-281

The main reason for the congestion is an alternating lane due to works on this section of the AP-7, between Vandellòs and l'Hospitalet de l'Infant. This lane restriction has reduced the road’s capacity right where the traffic accumulates, generating a notable jam.

Schedule and traffic impact

The traffic jams have been detected from 21:18, during the peak nighttime hour, when many drivers are returning home or traveling for various reasons. Northbound, towards Girona, is the most affected, with vehicles needing to travel very slowly or stop.

Local impact in Vandellòs and l'Hospitalet de l'Infant

How it affects residents and drivers

The congestion not only halts through travelers but also affects local mobility, with possible delays in accessing services and commuting within the municipality. Jams on such an important road complicate everyday life for many.

Recommendations to avoid the collapse

• Seek alternative routes avoiding the AP-7 on this stretch.
• Check traffic conditions before departing.
• Anticipate delays and plan schedules with extra time.

Monitoring and official information

Catalan Traffic Service, source of the chaos

The Catalan Traffic Service has been responsible for informing about this incident through social media, keeping drivers alert about the situation and updating traffic status.

Expectations for resolution and monitoring

The works and alternating lane traffic will continue to affect the flow until the jobs are completed, with no clear end date yet. Constant updates are key to avoid getting stuck.

The jams on the AP-7 in Vandellòs are a reminder that, when works clog a main road, chaos is the first response. And that, not even GPS usually solves.

Source of the article: Catalan Traffic Service