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10-13 April: major disruption on the A10 Zuid and at Amsterdam Zuid station
From Friday evening, 10 April 2026 at 22.00 until Monday morning, 13 April at 05.00, the A10 Zuid will be closed in both directions. The A4 in the direction of Amsterdam will also be closed. Additionally, on 11 and 12 April, there will be no train services at Amsterdam Zuid station.
Amstel junction: from investigations to design and construction
Since mid-March 2026, we have been carrying out extensive asphalt and soil surveys in and around Amstel junction. We want to gain a better understanding of the substrate. This is necessary to complete the provisional design later this autumn.
Removal of old platform canopies at Amsterdam Zuid station
During the weekend of 10-13 April 2026, we will remove a large part of the old train platform canopies at Amsterdam Zuid station. This marks a milestone in the renewal of the existing passenger tunnel, which is set to undergo a major reconstruction.
Rapid progress towards completion of the Brittenpassage
In 2027, you will enter Amsterdam Zuid station via the new passenger tunnel, the Brittenpassage. The construction site beneath the A10 Zuid is visibly transforming into a passageway with plenty of daylight, an indoor bicycle parking facility and escalators. Take a look.
Redesign of De Boelelaan Midden: share your thoughts (again)
Based on your ideas, we have updated the designs for the new carriageway, the service road and the green spaces along De Boelelaan Midden. From 16 March to 14 April 2026 we would like to update you at several moments and locations. Please drop by and share your thoughts.
31 March: information meeting about works at De Nieuwe Meer junction
As you may have noticed, work on widening the A10 Zuid is in full progress. This involves a number of road closures and sometimes noise disturbance. During an information meeting on 31 March 2026, we will tell you all about the works. You are welcome to attend.
UPDATE March 27-30: A10 South to A10 West closed
The connection from the A10 South to the A10 West Leeuwarden/Zaanstad will be closed from Friday March 27, 2026 from 10 p.m. to Monday morning March 30 at 5 a.m. (was: Sunday morning 10 a.m.). One lane on the A4 towards Schiphol is also closed.
How is the renovation of the Schinkelbrug progressing?
Zuidasdok is constructing two additional bridges for road traffic over the Schinkel. We aim to do this without disrupting road and water traffic. That creates several challenges. Here is an update.
Testing construction techniques for the A10 Zuid tunnel – come and watch
Construction of the A10 Zuid tunnel will begin in 2027, but we are already testing different construction methods for the tunnel walls. We are organising two free guided tours to the test location, between the courthouse and the Buitenveldert cemetery. You are welcome to join us.
Vivaldi neighbourhood to welcome apartment hotel The July
The former Holiday Inn will reopen as apartment hotel The July, expected in mid-2027. The building on De Boelelaan is currently undergoing a complete renovation. Work is in full progress, both inside and out.
Weekend of 13-16 March: road connecting A10 Zuid – A10 West closed
From Friday, 13 March 2026 at 22.00 until Monday, 16 March at 05.00, the road connecting the A10 Zuid to the A10 West (in the direction of Leeuwarden/Zaanstad) will be closed. During this period, we will be working on a new fly-over and on the Schinkelbrug bridge.
No trains to or from Amsterdam Zuid station during the weekend of 28 February – 1 March
During the weekend of Saturday, 28 February and Sunday, 1 March 2026, there will be no train services to or from Amsterdam Zuid station. The station will remain accessible by metro. Please allow for some additional travel time and plan your journey in advance using the NS journey planner.