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Large section of Amsterdam ring road closed in both directions this weekend

Major sections of the A10 and A4 motorways in Amsterdam will be closed in both directions from Friday evening until Monday morning for the Zuidasdok expansion project. The construction will also halt train services at Amsterdam Zuid station, though metros will continue to run. Travelers are warned to expect delays of 30 to 60 minutes and are encouraged to use alternative transportation.

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Amsterdam begins distributing emergency kits via the Food Bank

Amsterdam is launching a temporary emergency food parcel distribution program for low-income households in collaboration with the local food bank. The initiative aims to provide essential support to vulnerable residents over the next several weeks.

Long wait times at Schiphol due to electronic passport control failure

Schiphol Airport is facing significant passenger delays after a technical failure incapacitated its automated eGate passport control system on Sunday morning. Royal Netherlands Marechaussee officers are currently conducting manual checks as they investigate the cause of the malfunction, which is not believed to be a cyberattack.

Sea lions finally leave Artis after more than 100 years

After more than a century, Artis Zoo in Amsterdam has permanently closed its sea lion exhibit following concerns regarding the size of the enclosure. The three remaining sea lions have been relocated to a larger facility in Singapore, while their former habitat will be repurposed for the zoo's penguins.

Museum Night 2026: 8 places you want to visit

On November 7, over 65 museums in Amsterdam will participate in Museumnacht, offering visitors special access to more than 260 events after regular closing hours. Attendees are encouraged to plan their visits ahead of time to navigate the extensive variety of programs spread throughout the city.

Rembrandt House Museum struggles with falling visitor numbers due to rising hotel VAT and tourist tax: ‘This policy is killing us and the entire city’

Amsterdam's cultural sector is voicing strong opposition to rising tourist taxes and VAT increases, which are blamed for a significant drop in international museum attendance. The Rembrandthuis is among the institutions facing financial strain due to these policies and a negative shift in public attitude toward visitors.