Algera Bridge night closures: Expect delays on 13-14 April and 18-19 May
Road users in Zuid-Holland face significant delays due to nighttime closures of the Algera Bridge. Rijkswaterstaat advises motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians to plan alternative routes or expect up to 30-minute waits during critical hours.
| Date | Time | Impact | Delays |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13–14 April 2026 | 22:00 – 01:00 | Alternating traffic via main carriageway | Up to 10 minutes |
| 13–14 April 2026 | 01:00 – 05:00 | Full closure (both directions, including cycle path) | Up to 30 minutes |
| 13–14 April & 18–19 May | 21:30 – 05:30 | Temporary lane fully closed | N/A |
| 18–19 May 2026 | 01:00 – 05:00 | Full closure (both directions, including cycle path) | Up to 30 minutes |
| Alternative Route | Via Gouda | Recommended for motorists to avoid delays | N/A |
Rijkswaterstaat, the Dutch executive agency responsible for infrastructure, manages the Algera Bridge and oversees its maintenance. This work ensures the safety and functionality of critical transport routes in the Netherlands.
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Night closures of Algera Bridge due to preparatory work (nights of 13–14 April and 18–19 May)
In preparation for the summer work on the Algera Bridge, Rijkswaterstaat will carry out work during several nights. This requires prolonged bridge openings, resulting in delays for all road users (motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians). Motorists are advised to use the recommended route via Gouda. In the event of emergency services needing to pass, the work will be interrupted to allow them to cross the bridge.
On the night of Monday 13 to Tuesday 14 April, the following delays are expected:
- Between 22:00 and 01:00, traffic will be able to pass the bridge alternately via the main carriageway. Delays are expected to last up to 10 minutes.
- Between 01:00 and 05:00, traffic in both directions (including the cycle path) will be temporarily halted due to prolonged bridge openings. Delays may then amount to 30 minutes.
- The temporary lane will be fully closed between 21:30 and 05:30.
On the night of Monday 18 to Tuesday 19 May, the following delays are expected:
- Between 01:00 and 05:00, traffic in both directions (including the cycle path) will be temporarily halted due to prolonged bridge openings. Delays may then amount to 30 minutes.
- The temporary lane will be fully closed between 21:30 and 05:30.
Other preparatory work
Further preparatory work and the exact dates will be announced at a later time. For more information about all the work, visit the Rijkswaterstaat website or call the national information line of Rijkswaterstaat: 0800-8002 (free of charge).