A9 / Eisenberg, May 26, 2026. During a nighttime speed control by the Autobahnpolizei on the A9 over the Pentecost weekend, a driver was measured at a speed of 221 km/h. He exceeded the speed limit at the measuring point between the junctions of Droyßig and Eisenberg by more than 100 km/h.
- Location of incident: Bundesautobahn 9 (A9), southbound, between the junctions of Droyßig and Eisenberg
- Measurement period: Pentecost weekend, from 8:20 PM to midnight
- Permitted maximum speed: 120 km/h
- Measured peak value: 221 km/h (after tolerance deduction)
- Total vehicles checked: 3,610
- Total violations: 212 drivers caught speeding
Massive Violation on the Thüringer Autobahn
As part of targeted traffic monitoring, officers of the Autobahnpolizei conducted a multi-hour speed measurement on the heavily frequented A9 over the Pentecost weekend. On the affected section of the route between the junctions of Droyßig and Eisenberg, a maximum speed of 120 km/h applies due to the risk of accidents and road conditions. Nevertheless, hundreds of drivers failed to comply with the regulations.
One driver stood out particularly negatively, passing the measuring point at a speed of 221 km/h. Through this massive excess of over 100 km/h, the driver significantly endangered not only himself but also all other road users.
The Results of the Control Point
The overall results from the police show that speeding remains a major problem on Thüringer motorways. During the nearly four-hour measurement period, officers recorded the following figures:
- 3,610 vehicles passed the measuring point during the entire period.
- For 212 drivers, the measuring device was triggered due to speeding.
- 51 road users must prepare for fine proceedings.
- A driving ban will be imposed on 5 speeders.
Specific Penalties for the Top Offender
For the driver caught at 221 km/h, the reckless journey has serious financial and legal consequences. According to the national uniform schedule of fines, the main offender faces the following sanctions:
- A fine of at least 700 euros.
- Two points in the driving aptitude register in Flensburg.
- A driving ban of three months.
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Raser mit 221 km/h geblitzt
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