SolaRoad, Stelling van Amsterdam

Name: SolaRoad
Address: Stelling van Amsterdam, Netherlands

#9 among attractions in Stelling van Amsterdam

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The SolaRoad was the world's first bike path made from solar panels, and was a prototype project testing the feasibility of various proposals for smart highways. The 72-metre path opened in the week of 21 October 2014, and was designed by a consortium of organizations, which built the pathway in Krommenie, Netherlands. ()

Local name: Solaroad Coordinates: 52°29'38"N, 4°45'59"E

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Zaanstad (Langeheit)Stelling van Amsterdam Netherlands

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Day trips

SolaRoad – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Zaans Museum, De Kat, De Gekroonde Poelenburg, De Huisman.

2.7 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Zaans Museum, Zaanse Schans
70 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Zaanse Schans, a short journey from Amsterdam, the Zaans Museum offers a captivating glimpse into the industrial heritage of the Zaan region. Established in 1994, this modern museum in Zaandam, Netherlands, is an essential visit...
2.5 miSE
Windmill, Gear rental, Outdoor activities
De Kat, Zaanse Schans
65 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Zaanse Schans, a short trip from Amsterdam, stands De Kat, an iconic windmill that is a testament to the Netherlands’ rich milling history. This vibrant mill, painted in a traditional Dutch red, is not only a striking feature...
2.6 miSE
Windmill
De Gekroonde Poelenburg, Zaanse Schans
66 min walk • De Gekroonde Poelenburg is a paltrok mill in Zaandam, North Holland, Netherlands which has been restored to working order. As all Dutch paltrok mills it is a windpowered sawmill. The mill is listed as a Rijksmonument, number 40093.
2.6 miSE
Windmill
De Huisman, Zaanse Schans
66 min walk • De Huisman is a small octagonal mill at the Zaanse Schans in the Zaanstad, and currently makes mustard. 'De Huisman' has been located on the Zaanse Schans since 1955, next to the warehouse 'De Haan'. The mill was probably built in 1786 on the Blauwe Pad in Zaandam. The mill has functioned as a snuff mill, a mustard mill, and a saw mill.
2.5 miSE
Windmill, Architecture
De Zoeker, Zaandam
64 min walk • De Zoeker is the name of an oil windmill, located in the Zaanse Schans, Zaanstad. Its purpose is to press seeds such as linseed and rapeseed into vegetable oil. It is the only oil mill still in operation, and is one of five remaining oil mills in the area.
2 miSE
Museum, Windmill, Historical place
De Schoolmeester
51 min walk • De Schoolmeester is a smock mill in Westzaan, North Holland, the Netherlands which is maintained in full working order. It is the only wind powered paper mill in the world. The mill is listed as Rijksmonument number 40013.
2.4 miSE
Windmill
De Os, Zaanse Schans
61 min walk • De Os is an oil windmill in the Zaanse Schans, Zaanstad. Between the saw mills Het Jonge Schaap and Het Klaverblad is the hull of the oil mill De Os. The mill was built in 1663 and is one of the oldest industrial windmills in the Zaan. Until 1916 the mill was operating on wind power.
2.3 miSE
Windmill
Het Klaverblad, Zaandam
59 min walk • Het Klaverblad is a small wooden saw mill, located in the Zaanse Schans, in the municipality of Zaanstad. The mill was built by Ru Pos on the site of the previous KROMO warehouse.
2.7 miSE
Skate park, Basketball court, Street art
A8ernA, Zaandam
71 min walk • A8ernA is a public space in Koog aan de Zaan, Zaanstad, the Netherlands. The urban renewal project cost €2,700,000 and was a Joint Winner of the 2006 European Prize for Urban Public Space.
2.6 miSE
52°28'24"N • 4°49'4"E
Bakery Museum In De Gecroonde Duijvekater, Zaanse Schans
67 min walk • Museum
2.4 miSE
52°28'24"N • 4°48'48"E
Honig Breethuis, Zaanse Schans
63 min walk • Museum, History museum, Historical place

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to SolaRoad?

Nearby attractions include Bloemenhuis Rosarium, Stelling van Amsterdam (20 min walk), Westpark Saendelft, Stelling van Amsterdam (21 min walk).

How to get to SolaRoad by public transport?

The nearest stations to SolaRoad:

Bus

Badhuislaan • Lines: 69, N94 (10 min walk)
Padlaan • Lines: 69, N94 (10 min walk)

Train

Krommenie-Assendelft (13 min walk)
Wormerveer (31 min walk)