Closure of the Saint-Cricq roundabout in Auch in Gers from 9:30 p.m. this Wednesday, November 20, and for an indefinite period.
Update this morning at 7 a.m.
Re-opening of the Saint-Cricq roundabout in Auch. Please note, a filter barrier is also maintained at this point.
Disruptions may be noted on the Auch ring road and on the N124 as you approach this sector.
Gers the Department and Prefect of Gers call for caution and recommend that motorists anticipate possible slowdowns and keep informed of traffic conditions (Info Route 32 on Facebook in real time and media).
The authorities point out that all of these situations are evolving.
Update at 9 p.m. this Wednesday evening
As part of the ongoing mobilizations, farmers in Gers have decided to strike hard by blocking a traffic hotspot in Auch: the Saint-Cricq roundabout. The closure, planned from 9:30 p.m. this Wednesday, November 20will cause major disruption to the local road network.
This action, the duration of which remains undetermined, reflects the growing concerns of farmers in the face of economic and environmental issues considered crucial. Here is essential information for motorists and details on the measures put in place.
A strategic closure to make demands heard
The choice of the Saint-Cricq roundabout, located on the N124is not trivial. This axis represents a key artery to connect Auch to Toulouse and the rest of the department. The closure aims to maximize the impact of the event while drawing the attention of the authorities and the general public to the difficulties encountered by the agricultural world.
Faced with this action, local authorities quickly organized measures to limit the consequences on traffic. However, despite these efforts, significant disruptions are expected.
Diversion routes in place
To guarantee a certain fluidity of traffic, mandatory deviations will be activated on the N124 in both directions:
- Toulouse verse Also:
Motorists must leave the road at Aubiet. - Mont-de-Marsan to Toulouse:
The exit will be compulsory at Alsoat the roundabout des Justes.
A common route to bypass the blocked area
In both directions, users will be invited to follow a well-marked route:
- Borrow the N21 to Fleurance.
- Join the D654 to head towards Mauvezin.
- Continue on the D928 to Aubiet before returning to the N124.
These alternative routes involve longer travel times and increased traffic on secondary roads.
Impacts on the entire local road network
The repercussions of this closure risk going beyond the simple area of the blockage. Besides the rocade d'Auchwhich could see an increase in traffic, secondary roads close to diversions, such as the N21 or the D654, could also experience significant slowdowns.
Furthermore, these disruptions risk continuing beyond peak hours, especially since the duration of the mobilization remains uncertain.
Recommendations from the authorities to limit inconvenience
Aware of the difficulties ahead, the Department of Gers and the Prefect of Gers have issued several instructions to help motorists better manage this situation:
- Anticipate slowdowns:
Users are invited to allow additional margins in their travels, particularly on diversion routes. - Prioritize real-time information:
Drivers can monitor traffic conditions via Info Route 32 on Facebook or stay informed via local media. - Exercise caution:
The diversions take secondary roads that are sometimes winding or less suited to heavy traffic. Increased vigilance is therefore recommended.
An evolving situation to monitor closely
The authorities recall that the situation is highly scalablethe lifting of blockages depends on negotiations and decisions taken in the coming days. Farmers, through this movement, wish to highlight strong demands, often linked to economic difficulties, water management, or regulations considered too restrictive.
In the meantime, motorists must be patient and adapt their journeys accordingly. The agricultural mobilization, which temporarily disrupts the daily lives of users, reflects a deep malaise in the sector and could continue if no satisfactory response is provided.
For more real-time information, see Info Route 32 or follow announcements from local authorities.
