Serious motorcycle accident near Wilgartswiesen: driver seriously injured!
Motorcyclist near Wilgartswiesen seriously injured after overtaking a truck. The cause of the accident is being determined.

Serious motorcycle accident near Wilgartswiesen: driver seriously injured!
On Friday afternoon, June 20, 2025, a serious motorcycle accident occurred on the K56 between Wilgartswiesen and Hermersberger Hof. A 61-year-old motorcyclist from Saxony was traveling in a group when he tried to overtake a turning truck. There was a tragic collision that occurred at 2:30 p.m., according to police. The biker suffered serious but not life-threatening injuries, while the truck driver was uninjured. The accident site, which also includes the access to the B10, was completely closed for the duration of the accident investigation.
The local emergency services were quickly on site to clarify the situation and ensure that there were no further dangers. The police have started investigating the exact nature of the accident and are calling on witnesses to contact the Pirmasens police department. The investigating authorities want to paint a comprehensive picture of the incident in order to clarify possible causes and responsibilities.
Details about the accident
According to [Tixio]. The exact circumstances that led to the collision are currently being compiled by investigators. The preliminary report suggests that the driver may have lost control of his motorcycle while overtaking the truck.
The clean-up work at the accident site and the accident investigation took several hours, which led to significant traffic delays in the region. Motorists and residents were asked for patience and understanding until the road could be reopened to traffic.