Sluisoordlaan is a major link road between Anklaarseweg and Laan van Zevenhuizen. As traffic volumes are set to increase, the Laan van Zevenhuizen may be widened to two lanes and the bus lane is to be opened, traffic volumes on Sluisoordlaan will also rise. To ensure this road remains easily accessible and safe in the future, the council is investigating how it can be redesigned.
On 3 November 2026, the Municipal Executive agreed to investigate the layout of Sluisoordlaan. This is because, in its current state, Sluisoordlaan does not integrate well with developments on the rest of the outer ring road. We are therefore investigating changes to the road and the surrounding infrastructure. We aim to improve traffic flow, ensure safe access to the multi-storey car park, create safe routes for cyclists and pedestrians, and establish good connections to the surrounding roads.
The redevelopment will improve traffic flow on the outer ring road and surrounding roads in future. The key priority here is safety for all road users and good accessibility to the surrounding homes, amenities and businesses. We are investigating the impact the redevelopment will have on trees and green spaces.
The project is currently in the research phase, during which the initial conceptual designs are being drawn up. We will be holding discussions with those living in the immediate vicinity, neighbouring businesses and facilities. We will take the results of the surveys and interviews into account in the subsequent design phase and in the decision-making process.
We believe it is important to involve local residents, business owners and other stakeholders directly in the further development of the plans. Knowledge of the local area helps us to make careful decisions.
The council is therefore organising (group) meetings with local residents and business owners along the bus lane who may be affected by the project. During these meetings, they will have the opportunity to share their knowledge, concerns and ideas. These may relate, for example, to road safety, green spaces, noise, the design of public spaces and ways to minimise disruption as much as possible. Invitations to these meetings will be sent out in November.
Do you think the plans might affect your neighbourhood or business, but haven’t received an invitation by mid-November? If so, please contact us via verkeersmaatregelen.noordoost@apeldoorn.nl.
The local authority is currently working on the initial draft designs. Nothing has been finalised yet.
Local residents can have their say on road safety and the design of public spaces.
We discuss feedback from discussions, meetings and other opportunities for public engagement within the project team. Where possible, we incorporate points for consideration into the design. On this project page, we show how this feedback has been taken on board.
Whenever information or consultation meetings are held, local residents and other stakeholders will receive an invitation. We will also keep you informed about these meetings on this project page.
On 19 November, we will be presenting the plans for three projects on the outer ring road of Apeldoorn: the opening of the bus lane, the redevelopment of Sluisoordlaan and the widening of Laan van Zevenhuizen.
You are very welcome to drop by at a time that suits you. We would ask you to let us know in advance.
The plans for the redevelopment of Sluisoordlaan will be further developed in the coming period.
Sluisoordlaan is a major link road between Anklaarseweg and Laan van Zevenhuizen. As Laan van Zevenhuizen is being widened to two lanes and the bus lane at Zuidbroek is being opened to general traffic, traffic volumes on Sluisoordlaan are set to increase. To ensure a smooth flow of traffic on Sluisoordlaan, a new road layout is required.
No, there is a preliminary design, and various parts of this design are still being worked out in more detail.
Yes. Local residents, business owners and other stakeholders can contribute their ideas on the design of public spaces and highlight issues of concern from the local area.
Please feel free to contact us and mention in your message that your enquiry or comment relates to the Sluisoordlaan redevelopment project.
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