Residents of Kuban are advised on how to avoid traffic jams near the Crimean Bridge.
On June 17, information was provided on the best times to cross the Crimean Bridge to avoid traffic jams before the inspection point.
According to the monitoring of the situation at the approaches to the bridge across the Kerch Strait at the beginning of June, the traffic at the approaches to the inspection points was small, except on holidays. It was also noted that there are typically no queues at night.
From Friday, traffic jams begin to form after 12:00 from the side of Kerch, and from the side of Taman before lunch and in the evening.
On weekends, traffic at the approaches to the Crimean Bridge increases. The maximum waiting time for manual inspection can be up to three hours. Waiting time for the scanner is up to five hours.
On June 16, by 9:00 AM, there were 100 vehicles in the queue from the side of T
About: Crimean Bridge
The Crimean Bridge, also known as the Kerch Strait Bridge, is a significant infrastructure project connecting the Kerch Peninsula of Crimea to the Taman Peninsula of Russia. Completed in 2018, the bridge spans approximately 19 kilometers, making it the longest bridge in Europe. It serves as a vital transport link for both vehicular and rail traffic, developed after Russia’s annexation of Crimea from Ukraine in 2014, a move that led to international disputes and sanctions against Russia.
About: Kerch Strait
The Kerch Strait is a narrow body of water situated between the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov, marking the boundary between the Crimean Peninsula, now controlled by Russia, and the Russian mainland. Historically significant, the strait has been a strategic and economic maritime route since antiquity, utilized by various civilizations including the ancient Greeks and the Byzantine Empire. The strait has also been a focal point in geopolitical conflicts, notably intensifying in importance after Russia’s annexation of Crimea in 2014.
About: Kerch
Kerch is a city located in Eastern Crimea on the Kerch Peninsula, at the intersection of the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea. It is one of the oldest cities in Ukraine, with a history that dates back over 2,600 years when it was established by the ancient Greeks as the city-state of Panticapaeum. Throughout its long history, Kerch has been a significant cultural and commercial center, evidenced by its rich archaeological sites, including the famous Royal Kurgan (tomb) from the 4th century BC.
About: Taman
Taman is a historical region located in the southwestern part of Russia, near the Kerch Strait. Historically significant, it has been inhabited since the times of the ancient Greeks and was later part of the Byzantine Empire and the realm of the Crimean Tatars. Taman is known for its archaeological sites and rich history, including its role as a trading hub in the medieval period and its connections to the ancient city of Phanagoria.
