22 July 2025 evening to 23 July 2025 morning Full closure in Belgium E17 motorway – one of the main international road transport corridors between Antwerp and France.
🛣️ E17 closure information
The E17 motorway is the main Belgian artery linking Antwerp, Ghent and the French border (known as the A14 in Belgium). At night from 22 July 20:00 to 23 July 6:00 (estimated duration) the road will be completely closed on Belgian territory. This will have a significant impact on freight flows between Northern Belgium and France.
đź“Ť Truck detours
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A16 eastbound
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Alternative routes: A15, A17 (as used in previous closures)
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Antwerp Ring Road (R1) – additional delays and congestion expected
⚠️ Guidance for carriers
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Route planning: international drivers need to consider that journey times can be significantly longer and fuel consumption will increase.
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Alternative crossing points: it is recommended to consider other border routes between Belgium and France if possible.
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Keep an eye on the news: Check traffic and detours regularly – additional disruption may occur on alternative routes.
FleetIntel AI recommends planning freight movements in advance, coordinating with customers on possible delays and, if possible, using other logistics solutions for this period.
