LEIDEN – The international NATO Summit, set to take place on June 24 and 25 in The Hague, will have a considerable impact on Leiden. Public events will be limited or rescheduled, and local traffic is expected to face serious disruptions.
With dozens of world leaders visiting the Netherlands, police capacity across the region is severely strained. The national police chief has urged mayors to be cautious with event permits. New events are not allowed in Leiden during May and June unless they require no police presence. Recurring events may proceed, but only if organizers take full responsibility for additional safety measures or move the event to another date.
Highway closures to affect local travel
Traffic issues will begin on Sunday, June 22 at 5:00 PM, as preparations for the summit get underway. Major roads such as the A4, A44, and N44 will see temporary and partial closures. This will put extra pressure on local and regional roads, including those in and around Leiden.
“Leiden will remain accessible, but expect longer travel times,” the municipality stated. Emergency services will maintain full access. Public transport is expected to operate normally, although increased passenger volume and delays are likely.
The city of Leiden is actively involved in planning traffic measures.
