In 2027, we will begin construction of the A10 tunnel. In preparation for that, we are conducting a ground survey to assess the underground cables, pipelines, the sewer and any other obstacles. Before that, we will be digging test trenches. There is also a stormwater drain on the tunnel route, located where the construction road for the southern and northern tunnel will be. We plan to inspect the quality of it so that we can move it in the second half of 2026. As soon as we receive a permit for the work in the public realm later this week, these works will start.
Diversion for cyclists and pedestrians
For the works to happen, we need to remove trees and shrubs between Europaboulevard and Beatrixpark (the area known as the ‘Groene Zoom’). Two trees will also be removed just past Beatrixpark, next to Beethovenstraat. The tree felling will happen from Monday, 26 January until Friday, 7 February 2026. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed via Europaplein onto the RAI site.
Felling in two phases
This concerns the felling of around 600 trees, for which we have obtained a tree-felling permit. We will now only be removing what is necessary to enable the upcoming works. For the time being, around 100 trees right next to the A10 Zuid will remain in place until we move the stormwater drain and lay the construction road later this year. This is subject to an assessment by the ecologist to confirm that the row of trees is sufficiently firmly rooted to ensure it can withstand the wind. Some of the tree trunks will go to the Amstelpark natural playground slightly to the south of the orbital ring road. The playground is being renovated and the wood will prove useful for that purpose.
Test trenches, inspection and construction road
We will dig test trenches to check the new route of the stormwater drain for any unknown obstacles to prevent any surprises later on. We will also assess the technical condition of the pipes. Finally, we badly need this space for an additional work site for the construction of the A10 tunnel. Besides, the drain is not only obstructing construction of the tunnel, but also a planned earth-retaining structure that will be needed for the widening of the A10 Zuid. As stated above, the drain will be moved in the second half of 2026.
Construction traffic
The construction traffic will arrive from Europaboulevard and travel via the RAI roundabout onto the Groene Zoom cycle path/footpath. This cycle path/footpath will therefore be closed there during the works. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed via Europaplein onto the RAI site. There will be no disruption to motorists or public transport.
For the regeneration of the station and widening and partial tunnelling of the A10 Zuid, around 14,400 trees need to be felled. This process was started back in 2018. Not all of the trees will be replaced since there is insufficient space available. Zuidasdok will compensate for the felled trees by transplanting some of them, planting new trees and donating money to the Herplantfonds replanting fund.
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