Dendermonde's Mechelse Poort crossroads reopens after 2-year overhaul, adding cyclist tunnels

The Mechelse Poort intersection in Dendermonde, Belgium, has fully reopened to traffic after a two-year, multi-phase reconstruction aimed at improving safety and traffic flow. The project added tunnels for cyclists and pedestrians to separate vulnerable road users from vehicle traffic, addressing a history of frequent accidents. The reopening marks the completion of a major local infrastructure upgrade, though long-term safety outcomes remain to be observed.