{"id":19969,"date":"2026-07-10T16:26:20","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T14:26:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.apeldoorn.nl\/?page_id=19969"},"modified":"2026-09-22T15:19:30","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T13:19:30","slug":"a-summer-to-enjoy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.apeldoorn.nl\/en\/college-van-b-en-w\/collegeleden\/burgemeester-ton-heerts\/columns\/een-zomer-om-te-genieten","title":{"rendered":"A summer to enjoy"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Summer is here again. A season when the days are longer, the evenings are warmer and we naturally find ourselves spending more time outdoors. A time to slow down a little, clear our diaries a bit and, above all, enjoy the wonderful moments that lie ahead.<\/p>\n

For many people, summer means holidays. It\u2019s time to get out and about, discover new places or simply enjoy staying at home. After all, there\u2019s plenty to do right on your doorstep. A walk through the Veluwe, a cycle ride through the countryside, a visit to the town centre or a cosy terrace in one of our villages or neighbourhoods. Sometimes relaxation isn\u2019t far away, but just round the corner.<\/p>\n

Summer is also a lovely time to recharge your batteries. To recover from a busy period, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy long evenings outdoors. Whether it\u2019s a barbecue in the garden, a good chat with the neighbours, or simply doing nothing at all in the sunshine.<\/p>\n

Of course, we\u2019re hoping for some lovely summer days, but above all, I wish everyone a wonderful time. Whether you\u2019re heading to the seaside to soak up the sun, enjoying the peace and quiet of the Veluwe, or simply spending your holiday at home: make the most of it.<\/p>\n

Enjoy the summer, each other\u2019s company and everything that Apeldoorn and our beautiful surroundings have to offer. I hope everyone has a lovely time, with wonderful encounters and moments to recharge your batteries. I look forward to seeing you again after the summer.<\/p>\n\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n\t\t\t\t

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Be sure to read the other columns too<\/h2>\r\n

Mayor Ton Heerts writes a regular column. Why not have a read?<\/p>\n

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