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Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (September 21 - September 28)

Haarlem will experience widespread traffic disruptions from September 21 to September 28 due to ongoing construction, maintenance projects, and local events. Key areas such as the city center and major thoroughfares like the Spaarndamseweg face closures, speed restrictions, and limited accessibility.

Residents and visitors of Haarlem should prepare for significant travel disruptions this week between September 21 and September 28 due to various roadworks, maintenance, and events. Major routes such as the Spaarndamseweg and Van Marumstraat remain subject to long-term closures, while localized construction will impact the Hagestraat, Leliestraat, and the Gedempte Oude Gracht. Motorists in these areas may face speed restrictions or full closures, particularly during overnight hours or designated maintenance periods.

In addition to infrastructure projects, the city faces temporary accessibility challenges due to specific events. On September 21, the Spaarnwouderstraat will be blocked for crane operations, while moving activities will impact the Twaalf Apostelenstraat, Luitestraat, and 't Krom on select days. Furthermore, the Halve van Haarlem running event on September 27 will restrict access to large parts of the city center. Travelers are encouraged to account for these disruptions when planning their journeys through Haarlem throughout the week.

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