Published on: January 20, 2026, 09:25 AM
In 2026, the Bridge over the Noord and the movable part of the Papendrechtsebrug will be renovated. The Bridge over the Noord will be closed to traffic for sixteen consecutive days starting February 13, 2026. The Papendrechtsebrug will be closed for nine months starting July 17.
What will we do at these bridges? What do the closures mean for road traffic? How do you still get to the other side? And how do you avoid traffic jams? We answer all these questions during a webinar on Thursday, February 5 at 7:00 PM.
Register for webinar
You can register for the webinar via this registration link . You will then receive an email with the link to the webinar. If you cannot watch live, you can watch the webinar afterwards via the same link.
Renovation work in the Drechtsteden
Rijkswaterstaat is working on various renovation projects in the Drechtsteden in the coming years. In 2026, the Bridge over the Noord and the Papendrechtsebrug are on the program. In the webinar, we explain what we will do at these two bridges and why the work is necessary.
We also provide a preview of the renovation schedule for the Noordtunnel, Drechttunnel, and Verkeersbrug Dordrecht.
Disruptions in the Drechtsteden
To carry out the work, closures for all traffic are necessary. The Bridge over the Noord will be closed for sixteen consecutive days in February. The Papendrechtsebrug will be closed for nine months starting in July. This causes disruptions for traffic, especially during rush hour. What impact does this have on your travel?
Alternatives for travel
Together with employees of Zuid-Holland Bereikbaar and Qbuzz, we explain which travel alternatives are available so you can avoid traffic jams during the renovations. Zuid-Holland Bereikbaar explains how they can help companies remain accessible for employees, customers, and suppliers.
Answers to your questions
Ask your questions live to the experts from Rijkswaterstaat, Zuid-Holland Bereikbaar, and the contractor of the Papendrechtsebrug renovation.