NATO summit June 24 and 25, 2025

On June 24 and 25, 2025, the NATO Summit will take place in The Hague. Because of the NATO Summit, various traffic measures will be taken to ensure the safety of the delegations and the surrounding area. Part of the package of measures include road closures of short and long duration. 

Temporary traffic measures will be taken from Sunday afternoon, June 22 until Thursday evening, June 26, 2025. The most important measure is the creation of a cleared route for delegates between Schiphol Airport and The Hague. This is also referred to as the 'corridor'. Please take into account limited accessibility to Wassenaar during the NATO Summit. See below the measures per means of transport and security measures.

Subject to change. Always allow for unforeseen traffic stops at all crossing points and bicycle tunnels.

This Map is an overview map. Look for measures by mode of transportation in the drop-down menus. 

Car

Due to the traffic measures, a very busy morning and evening rush hour is expected from Monday, June 23 through Thursday, June 26, 2025. Take this into account, for example by working from home, traveling at a different time or taking your bike. Always plan your trip in advance via vanAnaarBeter. The A44 towards The Hague and the N44 in both directions will be closed to regular traffic. Wassenaar will remain accessible by car via detour routes such as the N441 (Katwijkseweg) and N206 (Ingenieur G. Tjalmaweg/Plesmanlaan).

Subject to change. Always allow for unforeseen traffic stops at all crossing points and bicycle tunnels.

Autoroute Crossing Lange Kerkdam - Papeweg.

Autoroute Wassenaar - The Hague route Kerkehout

Autoroute Wassenaar parallel road intersection Rozenweg

Autoroute Wassenaar - Katwijk

Autoroute Wassenaar - Leiden Ommedijkseweg

The Corbulo Tunnel (N434) will be closed in both directions during the morning until the end of the day on Wednesday, June 25. 

For more information about the traffic measures visit www.rijkswaterstaat.nl/navo-top. 

Bike

Moving around by bicycle is possible in Wassenaar during the NATO Summit. For bicycle traffic to and from The Hague, especially at the time with the peak of arrival and departure of delegation members, several bicycle connections are closed simultaneously.

The bicycle route through the dunes to The Hague and Scheveningen will remain open. From Kerkehout one can cycle via the bicycle tunnel towards Wassenaar. Alternatively, one can cycle via Raaphorstlaan and Horst and Voordelaan towards Voorschoten. This route connects to the express bicycle route between Leiden and The Hague (Velostrada).

For bicycle traffic, the following bicycle connections can be used:
- The bicycle path along the Ommedijkseweg towards Leiden;
- The bicycle tunnel at Den Deijl towards Voorschoten and;
- The bicycle tunnel at Kerkehout as a connection Kerkehout - Wassenaar.

The bike lanes and bike routes along the N44 will be closed during the summit. Only Verlengde Kerkeboslaan between Kerkeboslaan and bicycle tunnel Kerkehout will remain available for cyclists to and from Kerkehout. 

Subject to change. Always allow for unforeseen traffic stops at all crossing points and bicycle tunnels.

Cycle route Wassenaar - Voorschoten bicycle tunnel Den Deijl

Always allow for unforeseen traffic stops at bike tunnels and crosswalks. 

Bicycle route Rijksstraatweg The Hague - Wassenaar Kerkehout

Always allow for unforeseen traffic stops at bike tunnels and crosswalks. 

Cycle route Wassenaar - Kerkehout Verlengde Kerkeboslaan

Always allow for unforeseen traffic stops at bike tunnels and crosswalks. 

Cycle route Wassenaar - The Hague - bicycle bridge HGC

Always allow for unforeseen traffic stops at bike tunnels and crosswalks. 

Bicycle route Leiden - Wassenaar - Ommedijkseweg

Always allow for unforeseen traffic stops at bike tunnels and crosswalks. 

Public transportation

Train

There are no restrictions on the tracks. The NS runs the normal timetable to ensure that people can get from A to B as usual. It can get extra crowded on the train, though. There is no extra capacity available to reduce those crowds. Voorschoten Station is accessible by bicycle from Wassenaar as usual.

Bus

No buses from transportation company EBS will run to, through or from Wassenaar during peak times. Check the EBS website for the schedule of adjusted and cancelled bus routes. 

Safety

For the orderly conduct of the NATO Summit, additional security measures will be taken, such as road closures, traffic controllers and additional police surveillance. These measures have been coordinated in consultation with the municipality of Wassenaar.

In addition, an emergency ordinance will be drawn up for shipping. The emergency ordinance oversees the maritime area within the municipality of Wassenaar. The beaches will remain accessible to bathers and it will be possible to swim, surf, wave, wind and/or kite surf up to 500 meters in the sea, but not for motorized boats and sailing ships.
 

General information on accessibility

Rijkswaterstaat, provinces, municipalities and transport operators keep you informed about the (current) traffic situation so you can be well prepared to hit the road. Always plan your trip in advance. Check vanAnaarBeter, Rijkswaterstaat, the website of your province or municipality, public transport companies or www.schiphol.nl. 

Do you have any questions?

Check out the frequently asked questions below about emergency services, schools and accessibility, among others. If you have other questions, please email navotop@wassenaar.nl. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will the municipality of Wassenaar remain open during the NATO summit?

The municipality of Wassenaar will remain open during the NATO summit. Would you like to apply for a passport? This is also possible on June 24 and 25. We recommend coming to the municipal office by bike or on foot. Make an appointment via: Make an appointment and schedule | Wassenaar

Are roads completely closed during the week of the NATO summit?

Several roads and in around Wassenaar, including the Rijksstraatweg, will be closed at certain times. These are Monday evening June 23, Tuesday morning June 24 and Wednesday afternoon and evening June 25. The municipality has not been informed of exact times when the roads will be closed due to the safety of passing delegations. At this time, we only know which parts of the day are involved.

Is Wassenaar accessible to emergency services?

Wassenaar remains accessible to emergency services, this is further secured by the placement of an ambulance post within the municipality. This ensures that emergency services can respond quickly, despite increased security and possible traffic detour.

I receive Health at home (home care, obstetric Health, informal care, etc.), can I continue to receive it?

We will do our best to ensure that you can continue to receive Health as much as possible. However, the person helping you will be affected by the traffic measures and will take longer to travel. It is important that you inform him or her and make arrangements with each other and your health care provider so that you can continue to receive proper Health , despite the road closures.

Will schools stay open during NATO summit?

All schools will remain accessible by bicycle and limited vehicular traffic. Please allow for additional travel time due to inconvenience. Some schools may offer a modified program during the NATO Summit. Schools will inform parents and students about this themselves. 

Can I go to work during the NATO summit?

We urge all Wassenaar residents to work from home if they can. Are you unable to work from home? Then we advise you to travel to work by bike or on foot whenever possible. Or travel by train via Voorschoten station. In any case, avoid rush hours. Is that not possible? Talk to your manager about possible alternatives. 

Can I go to the beach during the week of the NATO summit?

Yes, you can go to the Wassenaarse Slag. Keep in mind that the beach may be busier in nice weather. There is also less parking available. Do you want to go to the beach? Then go by bike or on foot.  

Will my garbage be picked up during the NATO summit?

Because of these traffic measures, Avalex is forced to move waste collection to other days on some days. Do you have your own containers at home? Check if your collection days change in your personal waste calendar, which you can access at www.avalex.nl/kalender. You can also see your current collection days in the free Avalex App and turn on notifications so you never miss a collection day.

The environmental site in Wassenaar will remain open, but may be temporarily less accessible due to road closures. Please take this into account when planning a visit.

Visit www.avalex.nl/contact or call the Avalex Customer Contact Center at 0900 - 0507. 

Will my company be accessible to suppliers during the NATO summit?

Rijksstraatweg (N44) will be closed during the NATO Summit. Please keep this in mind when delivering goods.

What if I am harmed by the NATO summit?

If you, your company or organization suffers damage as a result of the NATO Summit, in some cases you are entitled to partial compensation from the rijksoverheid. There are Requirements attached to this compensation. You can submit the application when the damage is known. This is after the NATO Summit has ended. This can be done via the following link: What if I suffer damage from the NATO Summit | Rijksoverheid.nl.

Where can I ask my press questions about the NATO summit?

Are you a journalist and have questions about the NATO summit? You can contact community spokespersons at navotop@wassenaar.nl. 

For questions about the organization of the NATO summit itself, please contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at the e-mail address:NATO2025-Press@minbuza.nl

Where and when will the NATO Summit 2025 take place?

The NATO Summit 2025 will take place at the World Forum in The Hague on June 24 and 25, 2025. Due to the size of the summit, temporary buildings will be placed next to the World Forum.

Why is the NATO Summit 2025 being held in the Netherlands?

In 2023, the allies agreed that the Netherlands would host the NATO summit in 2025. It is the first time since NATO was founded in 1949 that a NATO summit will be held in the Netherlands. That NATO countries are granting the Netherlands this is a tremendous honor and sign that they appreciate what the Netherlands contributes to NATO.