zwarte zaterdag

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'Zwarte zaterdag' refers to traditionally very busy travel days in Europe when many people go on holiday, causing heavy road traffic and travel delays.

Zwarte zaterdag, or Black Saturday, is recognized for heavy travel congestion on European roads as many take vacations, with 2026 dates already identified as particularly severe. Although there is no official black Saturday this year, significant traffic is still anticipated, prompting travel advice such as leaving early and taking precautions like having a calm start with coffee.