North Holland upgrades N247 intersections with safer oval roundabouts near Beets and Oudendijk
The Province of North Holland is enhancing traffic safety on the N247 near Beets and Oudendijk by introducing oval roundabouts. Short-term measures, including road markings and bridge repairs, are already underway to protect drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Project | Upgrade of N247 intersections near Beets and Oudendijk |
| Solution | Oval roundabouts (ovonde) for improved traffic safety |
| Timeline | Detailed design by mid-2026; short-term measures ongoing |
| Bridge Maintenance | March 16 – April 1, 2026 (N247 closed for repairs) |
| Current Measures | Striking road markings, warning signs for cyclists and moped riders |
| Bridge Age | Built in 1955, nearing end of service life |
| Project Decision | Published in Provincial Gazette; public input invited |
| Contact | Province service point: 0800 0200 600 or [email redacted] |
The Province of North Holland is responsible for maintaining and improving regional infrastructure, including roads like the N247. Its role involves ensuring traffic safety, managing construction projects, and engaging with local communities to address their concerns during upgrades.
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Province further develops roundabouts for N247 intersections near Beets and Oudendijk
The Province of North Holland aims to improve the safety of the N247 intersections near Beets and Oudendijk. Research into various solutions shows that an oval roundabout (ovonde) is the best option for this purpose.
The province will further develop this solution from 2026 into a detailed design. In the meantime, short-term measures are also being taken to enhance traffic safety.
Maintenance and short-term measures
From Monday, March 16, 7:00 AM to Wednesday, April 1, 4:00 PM, the Province of North Holland will carry out maintenance work on the N247 near Beets. This involves repairing the bridges at the Korsloot and the Beemster drainage outlet. During the maintenance, this section of the N247 will be temporarily closed to through traffic in both directions.
During these works, the province will apply striking road markings at both intersections to make drivers more alert. Warning signs for cyclists and moped riders will also be installed.
Improving traffic safety at intersections
The bridges at Beets and Oudendijk (N247) were built in 1955 and have reached the end of their service life. Therefore, these bridges will be replaced in due course. Additionally, the intersections at these locations present opportunities to improve traffic safety, particularly for cyclists and pedestrians. The province has conducted research into various solutions. This research indicates that an oval roundabout is the best option. An oval roundabout allows traffic to be managed more clearly and safely within the available space. The detailed design of the oval roundabout will be developed by mid-2026.
Project decision
To modify the intersections, the province must issue a project decision. This is an official step required to enable the plan. The province has therefore published its intention to issue a project decision in the Provincial Gazette. This publication outlines what the province intends to do and how the plan will be further developed. It also explains how residents and other stakeholders can contribute their input. The link to the publication is available on the N247 Intersections Beets and Oudendijk page.
Next steps
Various studies have been conducted on plants and animals, building regulations and area usage, traffic safety, and short-term safety measures. By mid-2026, the oval roundabouts will be further developed into a detailed design. Local residents and other stakeholders will be actively involved in this process. The province will inform the area as soon as more information becomes available.
More information
For questions about the project, (water)way users and local residents can contact the province’s service point at 0800 0200 600 (free) or send an email to [email redacted]. Alternatively, visit the N247 Intersections Beets and Oudendijk page.
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