New Bystrzyca Bridge Opens, Major Traffic Changes

29 July 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

The new bridge on Bystrzyca opened in Lublin, shifting traffic on Al. Unii Lubelskiej. Drivers face lane changes and bus-priority lanes until May 2027.

The city of Lublin opened the new bridge on Bystrzyca early on 29 July. Consequently, the move marks the halfway point of a major road rebuild on Al. Unii Lubelskiej.

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How traffic changes on Al. Unii Lubelskiej affect drivers

The city rerouted cars from the Lubelski Lipiec ’80 roundabout onto the new span. Moreover, drivers now split into two lanes after the bridge. One lane leads toward Zamoyska Street. The other lane goes toward the Dmowski roundabout. Therefore, the municipality installed temporary traffic lights at the Zamoyska intersection. However, crews keep work zones on the two outer lanes east of the allotment gardens. Meanwhile, planners opened a temporary bus stop near Targ Pod Zamkiem for convenience.

Bus and emergency priority: operational details

The new layout gives a dedicated centre lane for buses and emergency services. In addition, municipal vehicles can use this lane. Consequently, regular vehicles must use the inner lane beside the median. Before the Zamoyska junction, traffic funnels to a single lane. Then drivers cross the new bridge toward Lubelski Lipiec ’80 roundabout. Furthermore, the bus stop for that direction stays in the same place.

new bridge on Bystrzyca: next construction phases and limits

Contractors will demolish the old bridge and the eastern pedestrian path next. Therefore, they will remove temporary driveways that served the police station and market. As a result, crews can connect the new bike lanes and sidewalks. Moreover, the road authority set a 30 km/h speed limit across the entire reconstruction zone. The city plans to finish all works by May 2027.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: If you live in Lublin, expect changed bus stops and lane patterns. Use public transport cards or contact the operator for route changes. Remember that Polish fines are called a “mandat” (a traffic ticket). Also keep your ID handy for police checks; many residents use their PESEL number for official matters. For healthcare issues, you use NFZ (the public health insurer). For social insurance, refer to ZUS. Finally, heed temporary signs. They matter legally and for safety.

Pedestrians and cyclists must cross to the opposite side of Al. Unii Lubelskiej. Moreover, crews closed foot and bike paths near the allotment gardens and petrol station. The city marked an alternative pedestrian crossing near Kąpielowa Street. Therefore, that crossing links to the riverside foot-bike path and local streets. Drivers can still reach the Targ Pod Zamkiem market and the Caritas building via a one-way service road. In addition, the exit from the VIVO shopping mall and the petrol station remains right-turn only. The median now includes a turnaround lane near the first police station. Consequently, drivers can change direction toward the Dmowski roundabout there. The municipal roads authority asks drivers to follow new signs and road markings. However, expect delays and active construction zones. The city emphasizes safety for workers and residents.

For expats, the project shows how Polish cities prioritise public transport and emergency access during works. Moreover, bus-priority lanes appear often in urban rebuilds in Poland. Therefore, using buses can save time during closures. In addition, keep a contact number for local police and check maps before driving here. Expect phased closures through 2027, but enjoy smoother roads afterwards.

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