Slangenhoutstraat partially closed until 22 October due to drainage works

The section of road between Van ’t Hogerhuysstraat and Hernhutterstraat has been closed since Friday evening, October 16, due to drainage works. The works are part of the large-scale drainage project around Van ’t Hogerhuysstraat.

According to Regillio Tirtojoso, head of the Motor Surveillance Dienst (MSD) and second-class police inspector, the section of road in question will remain closed to through traffic during the works. Local traffic will only be admitted on a limited basis.

Diversion route towards Saronbrug

Motorists wishing to travel from Calcuttastraat towards Saronbrug must use an alternative route. They are being diverted via Cornelis Blijdstraat and Christoffel Kerstenstraat, after which they can continue towards Saronbrug via Slangenhoutstraat.

Traffic from Calcuttastraat wishing to turn left onto Slangenhoutstraat towards Van ’t Hogerhuysstraat cannot temporarily use this route. Motorists wishing to turn left onto Slangenhoutstraat from Van ’t Hogerhuysstraat will also face traffic restrictions.

Police warn of traffic congestion

Police will be present during the works to ensure traffic flows smoothly and, where necessary, take action in the event of traffic jams.

According to Tirtojoso, it is unavoidable that the road closure will cause additional traffic congestion. He therefore asks motorists to be patient and follow police instructions.

“It will certainly be somewhat busier than usual. We call on road users to remain calm and follow the instructions,” said the MSD head.

Works intended to prevent flooding

The works on Slangenhoutstraat are part of the larger drainage project in the vicinity of Van ’t Hogerhuysstraat. The project aims to improve water drainage and reduce flooding in the area.

Tirtojoso stresses that the temporary traffic disruption is necessary to carry out the works. “It has to be addressed somewhere. Ultimately, this will benefit the community,” he said.

Road users are advised to allow for additional travel time, follow the indicated diversions and strictly comply with the instructions of traffic controllers and police officers. The closure is expected to remain in place until October 22, 2026.