Complete closure at Birkenfeld: Fiber optic expansion brings traffic chaos!

Complete closure at Birkenfeld: Fiber optic expansion brings traffic chaos!

The municipality of Bernhardswald is preparing for an important measure to improve the digital infrastructure. From Friday, September 19, 2025, until probably Tuesday, September 23, 2025, the street “Am Birkenfeld” will be completely closed in the area of ​​the junction with Kreuther Straße due to excavation work for the fiber optic expansion. This measure is being carried out by Bayernwerk Netz GmbH, which is responsible for expanding the fiber optic network in the municipality bernhardswald.de reported.

Residents and road users are asked to understand the necessary closure and the inconvenience this will cause. The expansion of the fiber optic network is of central importance for the future digital connection of the community, as fast internet is crucial for citizens, companies and administrations in order to meet the requirements of a modern infrastructure. This necessity is also underlined by the federal government, which wants to accelerate the expansion of the digital infrastructure in Germany federalgovernment.de highlights.

Details about the fiber optic expansion

As part of the project, only as much digging is carried out as is absolutely necessary. It is possible to use existing empty pipes, which reduces excavation work. The use of existing house entries for the house connection is also considered. The construction work includes the construction of distributors, shafts and the laying of empty pipes into the street. Before the official start of construction, an inspection will take place with the affected residents to discuss the relocation process. This inspection is carried out by expert staff and takes around 20 minutes bayernwerk.de describes.

The actual condition of the property is also documented before construction work. If digging is necessary, we guarantee that the garden will be professionally restored once the work is completed. The steps to lay the fiber optic network are not only important for digital connectivity, but also for improving the general quality of life in the Bernhardswald community.

With this expansion, the federal government wants to ensure that high-performance networks are available, which are particularly essential in crisis situations such as the corona pandemic or natural disasters. Currently, 76.5 percent of households in Germany are covered by gigabit connections, and the expansion is seen as being of paramount public interest. The process is limited until December 31, 2030 and is intended to sustainably strengthen the digital infrastructure in Germany.