Since Thursday evening, the A13 motorway connecting Paris to A86 has been closed in both directions due to a large crack discovered between the viaduct and the Saint-Cloud tunnel. The Hauts-de-Seine prefecture announced that it will remain closed until at least Monday and may reopen next week after further studies. An update on the situation will be provided on Monday.

The closure was necessary to ensure user safety, as investigations are being conducted to determine the reasons behind the ground movement that led to this crack. The movement of the ground also caused cracks in a sewerage structure underneath the motorway.

The A13 motorway is a heavily used route for travelers heading west of Paris towards Normandy. The closure has caused significant disruptions in traffic, prompting authorities to advise travelers to choose alternative routes like A15 or A86 and avoid the affected area if possible. The closure has also led to the closure of Saint-Cloud estate gate and park to vehicles until Monday.

Local authorities and officials have expressed concerns about traffic congestion and have urged travelers to plan their journeys accordingly, especially during the expected busy weekend due to school holidays in Île-de-France region. The Mayor of Saint-Cloud described the traffic situation as chaotic and advised caution to travelers in the area. The closure of A13 motorway is expected to have a significant impact on travel throughout the region until it is reopened.

Investigations are being conducted into why there was ground movement that led to this crack in order for there not be any future incidents like this happening again.

The A13 motorway connects Paris with Normandy, making it an important route for many travelers heading west of Paris. However, since Thursday evening, it has been closed due