Given the great interest in the construction of the North South Line, we organised an excursion to the construction site for the fourth time. Once again, the welcome was warm and it was noticeable that the builders had grown in enthusiasm. After the various setbacks, they are now extremely positive about the remaining construction activities. They are pleased that the Veerman Committee advised this completion.
After an introductory video, we were shown around the information centre and " The Cathedral" in two groups by two enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff members. The latter space in particular, which will be the hub for the existing Metro, the new Metro and the NS - Station, is already impressive. Prior to the tour, a lunch had been organised at the Smits Coffee House. From the feedback, it can be seen that this excursion was particularly appreciated. There were 50 participants.

Description

By 2017, the Metro should be running and the project has cost over 3 billion.
The North South Line is making great progress. Work is currently underway in many places, including
-sinking tunnel elements in the IJ
-in, under and around the Cetral Station -at the stations: Rokin, Vijzelgracht, de Pijp and Europaplein -and many intermediate routes

I expect we will visit "The Cathedral", the area under Central Station

-12.00 reception and drink at the Smits Coffeehouse opposite the main entrance of Central Station
-12.30 sandwich lunch at the Smits Coffeehouse
-13.45 on foot to the North South Line Information Centre
-15.30 end of excursion

Location

Central Station

Amsterdam

Organiser

Region North-Holland

Name and contact details for information

Eli Herremans, tel 035 6246572

andriesritsema@kiviniria.nl