Motorhome Stuck on Mountain Bend Blocks Swiss Road for Hours

A motorhome became stuck on a narrow mountain bend in Welschenrohr in northern Switzerland on Friday evening, causing a major traffic disruption that lasted several hours.

According to the Solothurn cantonal police, the 73-year-old driver was travelling from Welschenrohr towards Balmberg at around 5:30 pm when the incident occurred. Despite clear road signs prohibiting vehicles over 3.5 tonnes, the driver continued along the restricted route.

As the motorhome navigated a tight right-hand bend on the mountain road, it became completely blocked and unable to move forward or reverse. The size of the vehicle and the narrow road conditions made it impossible for the driver to free the motorhome without assistance.

Emergency recovery services were called to the scene to remove the stranded vehicle. Due to the complexity of the operation and the location on a mountain road, Balmbergstrasse was fully closed for approximately three hours.

Authorities confirmed that the incident caused significant traffic disruption in the region. The police also highlighted the importance of respecting road restrictions, especially on alpine routes where large vehicles can easily become stuck due to sharp bends and narrow passages.

The motorhome was eventually recovered without serious injuries reported. However, the case serves as a reminder for drivers to carefully follow road signage, particularly in mountainous areas of Switzerland where driving conditions can change rapidly.