Major road closure on N245 in April: detours as new Schagen district takes shape
Drivers in North Holland face disruptions as the N245 closes for nearly three weeks in April to build a new intersection for the Kiem van Skagen residential district. Expect delays, detours, and adjusted bus services while 740 new homes are developed.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Road Closure | N245 between Middenweg and Zuiderweg |
| Dates | April 7 (06:00) – April 26 (18:00), 2026 |
| Exceptions | Emergency services (except April 20 & 23), Connexxion buses (limited dates) |
| Affected Bus Days | April 8, 9, 16, 20, 23 |
| New Residential District | Kiem van Skagen (Muggenburg Zuid) – 740 new homes |
| Construction Period | Mid-March – Mid-June 2026 |
| Developers | BPD (client), Dura Vermeer (contractor) |
| More Information | informatiemuggenburg-zuid.nl |
The municipality of Schagen oversees urban development and infrastructure projects like Kiem van Skagen, ensuring new residential areas are accessible and well-integrated. Road closures and detours are coordinated with provincial authorities to minimize disruption to local traffic and public transport.
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Closure of N245 in April: Construction work for new residential district Kiem van Skagen
The coming years will see the development of a new residential district in Schagen: Kiem van Skagen, also known as Muggenburg Zuid. Approximately 740 new homes will be built here. To ensure good accessibility to the district, a new intersection with traffic lights will be constructed on the N245. The construction work is being carried out on behalf of BPD by Dura Vermeer. We consider it important that everyone is well informed.
When will the N245 be closed?
To construct the intersection, the N245 will be temporarily closed to through traffic. This applies to the section between Middenweg and Zuiderweg.
Tuesday, April 7, 06:00 until Sunday, April 26, 2026, 18:00.
Who can still pass through?
During the closure, a few exceptions apply:
- Emergency and assistance services: always allowed through, with the exception of April 20 and 23 – on these days, they must also take a detour due to milling and asphalt work.
- Connexxion: will operate according to the normal timetable on its usual route. Please note: on April 8, 9, 16, 20, and 23, Connexxion buses will also be unable to use the N245. Travelers are advised to check Connexxion’s current travel information.
Construction period
Construction work on the new intersection began in mid-March and will continue until mid-June 2026.
Do you have any questions?
For more information about the construction work, the developer maintains the website informatiemuggenburg-zuid.nl (link is external) .