On August 17, stage two of the reconstruction of Stora torg in Halmstad starts. Brogatan is closed between Storgatan and Köpmansgatan and approximately 800 daily bus trips are rerouted, mainly via Karl XIs väg and Slottsbron. The work includes a new stop, stop pavilion and adaptation for articulated buses and is expected to last until February 2027.
What happened?
Brogatan must be straightened so that articulated buses can serve the area. A new bus stop and a pavilion with, among other things, a lift and toilet are to be built. When Brogatan is closed, buses and other traffic have to share roads that are already heavily congested, especially during rush hour. The municipality is therefore introducing an extra lane towards the Slottsrondelle from Karl XI's väg, where one lane is reserved for public transport.
Location
Halmstad, Halland
Impact and significance
Parking spaces along Karl XI's road between Brogatan and Slottsrondellen will be temporarily removed. Loading zones near the intersection will be moved south and new short-term parking will be arranged on Kyrkogatan. For travelers and motorists, this means changed travel routes during a long construction period. The municipality urges road users to plan in advance and, if possible, choose alternative routes, carpooling or cycling.
Background
Stage one continues in parallel and includes a new waterproof layer, a planting island with bicycle parking and a pavilion with a stairwell. That part is expected to be completed in December 2026, while stage two has an end date of February 2027. Project manager Anna Björk says that two simultaneous stages will affect traffic and operations more during a period. Shops, restaurants and other businesses around the square must remain open, and pedestrians and cyclists must be able to pass even if footpaths change.
Latest update
Stage two begins on August 17 and the traffic measures will be introduced in connection with the closure. The timetables are December 2026 for stage one and February 2027 for stage two. As construction projects can change, travelers should check Hallandstrafiken's and Halmstad's current information before choosing a stop or route. This summary is based on the stated public source and describes the state of affairs when the WUA reviewed the material on 17 August 2026. It does not replace the authority, municipality or organizer's own practical information. If dates, times, conditions or execution have changed, the later information on the original page shall be used.
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Reviewed: 2026-08-16. Independent editorial content. WUA Sverige is not affiliated with any political party.