On 3 November 2026, the Mayor and Aldermen of the municipality of Apeldoorn gave their approval to the plan to double the width of Laan van Zevenhuizen. The project concerns the section between Kanaal Noord and Deventerstraat. This development will increase the capacity of the outer ring road and improve access to Apeldoorn. The project is currently in the design phase.
In doing so, we look at, amongst other things:
Laan van Zevenhuizen currently consists of one lane in each direction. The adjoining sections of the outer ring road, such as Laan van Osseveld and Edisonlaan, already have two lanes in each direction. To accommodate current and future growth in traffic and to ensure Apeldoorn remains accessible, Laan van Zevenhuizen is being widened to two lanes in each direction (2×2).
The widening of Laan van Zevenhuizen has implications for a number of areas.
Widening the road will improve traffic flow on Laan van Zevenhuizen. The bottlenecks that currently occur during rush hour will be resolved by creating 2×2 lanes. At the same time, cyclists and pedestrians will be able to move smoothly to and from the city centre (via Sluisoordlaan). To ensure the smooth flow of traffic on the ring road as well as cyclists and pedestrians, a grade-separated junction will be constructed at the junction with Sluisoordlaan. Through traffic on Laan van Zevenhuizen will pass beneath the junction with Sluisoordlaan via an underpass. Other traffic will use a roundabout situated at the same level as the current layout. Road safety for all road users is a key consideration in the design.
The impact on trees and green spaces is being investigated and carefully taken into account in the design. Where necessary, we are exploring options for compensating for the loss of green spaces and redesigning the public space.
The council has approved the further development of measures for Laan van Zevenhuizen. Over the coming period, we will be developing these measures into designs and carrying out studies. In doing so, we will be looking at, amongst other things, the layout of the road, road safety, green spaces and the design of the junctions.
We are also looking into the best way to organise the junction of Laan van Zevenhuizen and Sluisoordlaan.
The detailed plan is based on a number of guiding principles:
Exactly how these measures will be integrated into the local environment will be examined in more detail in the next phase.
We will involve local residents, business owners and other stakeholders directly in the further development of the project. Knowledge of the local area helps us to make careful decisions.
The council is therefore organising meetings with residents and business owners who may be affected by the project. During these meetings, we would like to hear about the key issues, concerns and ideas that are being discussed in the local community. These might include road safety, green spaces, noise, the design of public spaces and minimising disruption. 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.
We discuss all feedback within the project team. Where possible, we incorporate points for consideration into the design. We use reports and feedback summaries to show how the feedback has been taken on board. We will subsequently present the revised design to the local community.
As soon as we plan to organise information sessions or public consultation meetings for this project, local residents and other stakeholders will receive an invitation by post straight away. We will also share information about these events 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 full schedule for this project has not yet been finalised; below is a rough timeline.
Autumn 2026
2026-2027
2026-2027
Mid-2027
2027-2029
2029-2031
Apeldoorn is growing. To ensure the city remains accessible and to prevent traffic congestion in the future, additional capacity is needed on the outer ring road.
No. The project is still at the exploratory and preliminary design stage. Studies are still being carried out and various elements of the design are being further developed.
Yes. Local residents, business owners and other stakeholders can contribute their ideas on the development of the area and raise any concerns relating to the local environment.
Please feel free to contact us and state in your message that your enquiry or comment relates to the Laan van Zevenhuizen widening project.
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