A9 Unfall Stau St Maurice Martigny Fully

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A9 Unfall Stau: St. Maurice, Martigny, Fully – My Recent Nightmare (and What I Learned)

Okay, folks, let me tell you about my absolute worst drive ever. I was heading to Fully for a long weekend getaway, excited to finally relax. Picture this: sun shining, birds chirping – the idyllic Swiss countryside, right? Wrong. Dead wrong. I hit the worst traffic jam I've ever experienced on the A9. It was a total nightmare near St. Maurice and Martigny, all because of an Unfall (accident).

The A9 Horror Show: My Personal Experience

So, there I was, cruising along the A9, feeling pretty good. Suddenly, BAM! Complete standstill. Cars everywhere, horns blaring, people stressed. It turned out there’d been a serious Unfall – a major accident – further up the road near St. Maurice. The traffic backed up for miles, stretching all the way past Martigny and into Fully – which, btw, was my destination! Seriously, I'm talking hours of being stuck. Hours! I felt like I was in a real-life game of “The Sims” where you get endlessly stuck in traffic. Except, you know, no fun.

My phone, of course, had zero signal. Which, let me tell you, is not ideal when you're trapped in a huge traffic jam. I tried listening to the radio, but it was all French and I only understand, like, maybe 10% of it – mostly thanks to years of watching French movies. So that wasn't much help.

I started to get seriously stressed. My stomach was growling, my bladder was about to burst, and I was running out of water. I learned a valuable lesson that day – always pack snacks and extra water for long car journeys in Switzerland. You never know when you'll get stuck in an A9 traffic jam.

What I wish I'd known (and what you should know, too!)

• Check traffic before you leave: This seems obvious, but I totally skipped it. Next time, I’m religiously checking websites like TCS (Touring Club Suisse) or using a GPS app with real-time traffic updates. These apps often warn you of potential delays, accidents (Unfall), and road closures.
• Plan for delays: It’s Switzerland. Things are efficient, usually, but accidents (Unfälle) happen. Always add extra time to your journey. You know, just in case you get stuck in a major traffic snarl-up.
• Pack essentials: Snacks, water, a portable charger, maybe even a book – you get the idea. Being prepared can make all the difference when you're stuck for hours.
• Know alternative routes: I didn't even think about it. But if you are familiar with the region and the roads, having a backup route in mind could save you loads of time and frustration.
• Stay calm: Easier said than done, I know. But getting worked up just makes things worse. Try deep breaths or listen to calming music (if you have signal).

The Aftermath (and a few Swiss lessons learned)

Eventually, I made it to Fully. Hours later. Exhausted, dehydrated, and grumpy. But I arrived! It was a baptism by fire, but it taught me some valuable lessons about driving in Switzerland. It’s a beautiful country, but even the most scenic routes can throw a curveball. Now I’m super prepared for my next trip. You’ve been warned! Next time I’ll be better prepared to deal with A9 traffic jams, and maybe even bring a picnic basket, just in case.

Next time you're planning a drive on the A9, especially around St. Maurice, Martigny, or Fully, remember my story. And, for goodness sake, check the traffic! You’ll thank me later. Trust me.