Dutch tunnel planned to reduce congestion

A new tunnel is being proposed in the Netherlands between The Hague and Delft.
February 22, 2012 Read time: 1 min
A new tunnel is being proposed in the Netherlands between The Hague and Delft.

The link would run under the existing Prinses Beatrixlaan route with the aim of reducing congestion as well as noise pollution. Traffic volumes in the area are expected to grow by 30% or more by 2020.

The tunnel would provide a link to The Hague, with the existing surface routes then being used for local traffic, and it is expected to cost €190 million to build. A decision on whether to proceed with the project is expected shortly.
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