Quay along the Donkere Spaarne closed off
A section of the quay along the Donkere Spaarne in Haarlem is closing on October 20 due to the rapid deterioration of a retaining wall built in 1930. The city is implementing traffic adjustments, including one-way car flow and parking restrictions, to ensure public safety while homes and businesses remain accessible.
Starting Tuesday, October 20, a section of the quay along the Donkere Spaarne in Haarlem will be closed as a precautionary measure. The wall, which dates back to 1930, has shown signs of accelerated deterioration, including frequent subsidence, necessitating an earlier replacement than the originally scheduled 2028 date. The closure affects the area between the Catharijnebrug and Bakenessergracht for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists, though parking spaces along the quay will also be unavailable. To maintain traffic flow, one-way traffic for cars has been implemented between the Catharijnebrug and Bakenessergracht. Cyclists may continue to travel in both directions, as space has been reserved for bike paths on both sides of the road. Ships are prohibited from mooring along the cordoned-off section, but the city has confirmed that residential and business access will be maintained throughout the duration of the closure. While the need for replacement is clear, the exact start date for the reconstruction works has not yet been determined.
Based on reporting by haarlem. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
