When are the closures and which roads are impacted?

Closures are scheduled at night from January 5 to 7 near the Pierre-Bénite viaduct south of Lyon, with a separate lane restriction from January 6 to May 13. Traffic will detour via the A46 and D383. Expect heavier evening flows, longer travel times, and morning rebound congestion on the eastern bypass.

How could this affect Canadian importers and retailers?

Shipments that use the Rhône corridor to reach Marseille-Fos could face longer road legs, tighter depot cutoffs, and higher trucking costs. That can create minor delivery delays into Canadian distribution centers and add short-term pressure to freight budgets. Prioritize critical SKUs, bring forward orders by a day, and confirm revised pickup windows.

What should investors monitor during the disruption?

Track on-time delivery, cost per kilometer, load factors, driver hours, and exception rates from logistics partners. For customer-facing names, watch inventory days, order cycle time, and fulfillment speed. If impacts from the Lyon A7 night closures persist, look for margin commentary in updates and potential adjustments to lead times or safety stock.

Are disruptions likely to last beyond the weekend closures?

Yes, a lane restriction from January 6 to May 13 keeps capacity tighter even after the night work ends. Conditions should improve outside evening windows, but periodic delays are possible. Plan for buffers on Rhône corridor pickups, and keep options ready for modal shifts or alternate ports if congestion flares.

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January 04: Lyon A7 Night Closures to Disrupt Freight, Detours via A46

ByDanny Kontos January 5, 2026January 5, 2026

Lyon A7 night closures will affect freight flows on the Rhône corridor from January 5 to 7, with traffic rerouted via the A46 and D383 due to Pierre-Bénite viaduct works. A separate lane restriction from January 6 to May 13 will keep conditions tight beyond the weekend. For Canadian businesses importing from southern Europe or shipping via Marseille, the risk is slower transit times and higher road costs. We outline exposure, cost drivers, and investor actions to manage near-term disruption and protect margins.