What’s going to happen?
There is now a bus lane between Zuidbroek and Zevenhuizen that is accessible only to buses and cyclists. To improve access to the neighbourhood, reduce traffic congestion in the surrounding residential streets and prepare the road network for future growth in traffic, we wish to open this route to all motorised traffic.
There are therefore plans to modify the layout of the road, with a focus on road safety for all road users:
- The bus lane will be open to cars and other motorised vehicles;
- There will be separate cycle lanes on both sides of the road.
Following the opening of the bus lane, there are also plans to make changes to the layout of Anklaarseweg between the bus lane and Operettestraat. Here, crossing points for cyclists and pedestrians will be made safer and the junctions will be redesigned.
What does this mean for the local area?
The opening of the bus lane has implications for a number of areas.
Traffic, safety and accessibility
The opening of the bus lane will increase traffic on this route. We are therefore organising the road layout so that traffic currently travelling along Calypsostraat and Operettestraat can use this lane. As the street will become busier, separate cycle lanes will be constructed. The intention is that Calypsostraat and Operettestraat will subsequently be used only by people who need to be in the immediate vicinity of those streets. This new link will improve access to both Zuidbroek and Zevenhuizen. This is because traffic will be better distributed across the road network, thereby reducing the likelihood of bottlenecks and rat-running.
Green
In order to construct dedicated cycle paths, some of the existing green spaces will have to be removed. As we develop the plans further, we will be looking at options for compensating for the loss of these green spaces and for redesigning the public space.
Sound
Increased traffic may lead to higher noise levels in the immediate vicinity. We are investigating the effects on the local environment and assessing whether additional measures are required.
Where are we at now?
At present (November 2026), we are further developing the preliminary design and carrying out additional studies. We will use the results of these studies to inform our future decision-making. This also involves consultations with local residents and other stakeholders.
Participation in this project
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.
What has already been decided?
Previous decisions have already determined that the bus lane will be opened up to motorised traffic. The council has now given its approval to the plan to actually implement this.
What topics can you discuss?
We would love to hear your ideas and suggestions regarding:
- The design of public spaces;
- Road safety around the bus lane, for example by constructing separate cycle lanes;
- Possible measures to minimise disruption.
How do we deal with feedback on the plans?
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.
Planned meetings regarding the bus lane
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.
Please register for the general open-house event on 19 November 2026
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.
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