Exploratory drilling reveals hazard zone
Essen, Baldeneysee, 12.06.2026. In the run-up to the upcoming road renovation of Zeunerstraße (B224) in Bredeney district of Essen A specialized company has reported alarming results from the exploratory drilling carried out. The Stadt Essen received a hazard alert indicating an acute risk of sinkholes in the entire area between Gillhausenstraße and Redtenbachstraße. This situation requires immediate action to ensure the safety of road users.
Full closure for safety and renovation
Due to the identified hazard situation, Zeunerstraße will be completely closed in both directions in this section. The closure will take effect today and is expected to last at least two months. The duration of the necessary backfilling work is difficult to estimate due to unforeseen factors, and therefore the exact end of the closure cannot be determined. The city's commitment to citizen safety is paramount, even if this entails short-term restrictions.
Diverted traffic and accessibility
For road users traveling on the B224 from Essen-Werden For those heading towards the city center, a detour will be set up starting at the Freiherr-vom-Stein-Straße junction. This detour will lead via Freiherr-vom-Stein-Straße, Lerchenstraße, and Frankenstraße back to Alfredstraße. Nevertheless, accessibility to both gas stations on Zeunerstraße is to be ensured. A turning area will be created before the full closure to continue allowing deliveries. The passage through Bredeneyer Straße will also remain open, offering additional flexibility for traffic. According to signage, residents will continue to have free passage.
Outbound diversions and cooperation with Ruhrbahn
For the outward journey, the diversion is in Bredeney from Alfredstraße turn right into Meisenburgstraße, and also via Schuirweg and Ruhrtalstraße to Bredeneyer Straße. These measures were coordinated in close cooperation with Ruhrbahn to ensure smooth traffic flow.
Conclusion
The full closure of Zeunerstraße in Essen Bredeney (postal code: 45133) is a necessary measure to ensure public safety. During the renovation work, the city will make every effort to keep the inconvenience for residents and road users as low as possible. Further information on traffic adjustments is available on the official website of the company.
