Accessibility Marine Etablissement Amsterdam

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1 Accessibility Marine Etablissement Amsterdam Marine Etablissement Amsterdam (MEA) can easily and quickly be reached by various modes of public transport. The MEA is located in Amsterdam at the Kattenburgerstraat 7, nearby the city center, the Shipping Museum and the Amsterdam Central Station. Multiple bus lines travel to and from MEA and its vicinity. Bus line 48 toward KNSM/Java/Borneo island (KNSM/Java/Borneo-eiland) stops in front of the barracks, this stop is called Kattenburgerstraat Bus line 22 towards Indian neighborhood (Indische buurt) stops in front of the Shipping Museum. This stop is called Kadijksplein and is located diagonal of the MEA and bus stop Kattenburger plein. Both bus lines depart from the Nicolaas church, which is located in front of the Amsterdam Central Station In addition there is a possibility to use our own schouwdienst (small navy ferry), which travels from the wharf behind Amsterdam Central Train Station to its berth MEA. The distance from Amsterdam Central Station to Marine Etablissement Amsterdam is approximately 2.5 to 3.0 kilometers. Therefore you can always consider going on foot. Because of the short distances we don t advise using a taxi. But if you prefer a taxi, there is a large taxi stand in front of the Amsterdam Central Station. Amsterdam is, like any other great metropolis, an ever chancing city. Therefore availability of bus stops, routes and the schouwdienst may vary due to circumstances. We advise you, to inform yourself prior to your stay at MEA. You can find information about getting around in Amsterdam on the website This site is available in several languages. Apart from information about bus, train and taxi rates it also allows you to inform yourself about a large variety of additional information and thing to do while you are in Amsterdam. For specific information about public transportation, please visit the website This site allows you to find out which card/ticket you need to buy during your visit. It also helps you to plan your route and it contains maps of Amsterdam. Overview Amsterdam Central Station: : Front entrance Amsterdam Central Station, 2: Taxi stand, 3: Tourist and Public Transportation Information desk, 4: Bus stop and departure bus lines 48 and 22, 5: Nicolaas church, 6: Direction towards Marine Etablissement Amsterdam.

2 Overview Amsterdam Central Station towards Marine Etablissement Amsterdam: MEA 8 1: Front entrance Amsterdam Central Station, 4: Bus stop and departure bus lines 48 and 22, 5: Nicolaas church, 7: Shipping Museum and bus stops, 8: Entrance Marine Etablissement Amsterdam and bus stops. Bus stops near Marine Etablissement Amsterdam: MEA

3 Accessibility by car: When you visit MEA by car take into account that the Amsterdam City Center is a very busy one. Traffic jams, especially during rush hours, are common. Make sure you are familiar with local traffic regulations when traveling by vehicle. To gain access to MEA, you must be able to identify yourself with your passport. When traveling from the direction Amersfoort: Highway A1, towards Amsterdam, must be followed all the way until it is followed by the exit A10 Noord. This exit is also exit Zeeburg (S114), Turn left and follow the road straight ahead so you will drive through the Piet Hein Tunnel, At the third traffic light (is also the first opportunity to pass under the railway), turn left, (MEA is located at number 7). On your right side you will see a large wall/fence belonging to the barracks. Shortly after passing two bus stops you will find the entrance with access control to your right. When traveling from the direction Den Haag (The Hague): Highway A4, towards Amsterdam, must be followed, When the A4 comes to an end, it will divide into the A10. You will have to follow Ringweg-Zuid, Take and follow exit Zeeburg (S114) down the road till it ends, Turn left and follow the road straight ahead so you will drive through the Piet Hein Tunnel, At the third traffic light (is also the first opportunity to pass under the railway), turn left, (MEA is located at number 7). On your right side you will see a large wall/fence belonging to the barracks. Shortly after passing two bus stops you will find the entrance with access control to your right. When traveling from the direction Utrecht: Highway A2, towards Amsterdam, must be followed, When the A2 comes to an end, it will divide into the A10. You will have to follow A10 towards Zaanstad, RAI, Den Haag staying on the right side to follow and take exit Ring Amsterdam Oost, Turn left and follow the road straight ahead so you will drive through the Piet Hein Tunnel, At the third traffic light (is also the first opportunity to pass under the railway), turn left, (MEA is located at number 7). On your right side you will see a large wall/fence belonging to the barracks. Shortly after passing two bus stops you will find the entrance with access control to your right.

4 When traveling from the direction Afsluitdijk or Den Helder: Highway A7, towards Hoorn/Amsterdam, must be followed, Take exit Zaandam A8, towards Amsterdam, Beverwijk, Keeping left to take exit A8, E22 towards Amsterdam and Ring- Noord, following signs Amersfoort, Passing the Zeeburgertunnel, when across take and follow exit Zeebrug (S114), Turn left and follow the road straight ahead so you will drive through the Piet Hein Tunnel, At the third traffic light (is also the first opportunity to pass under the railway), turn left, (MEA is located at number 7). On your right side you will see a large wall/fence belonging to the barracks. Shortly after passing two bus stops you will find the entrance with access control to your right. Afsluitdijk MEA Schouwdienst rear exit Amsterdam Central Station Boarding area This way of water transportation is unique within the armed forces. For years and years the Schouw is travelling between Amsterdam Central Station and the Marine Etablissement Amsterdam. This shuttle service is available for all military personnel and recruits testing their fit for military service. The Schouw travels during the mornings and the afternoon.

5 Timetable Shouw since January 3th 2012: Amsterdam Central Station towards MEA - MEA towards Amsterdam Central Station The times that are marked red are only available as a call-off. If you want to make use of the Schouw you will have to inform us, at least 24 hours, in advance. During bad weather conditions (as in near gale/gale winds, fog and heavy snowfall) please take into account that the Schouw will be limited or not available at all. For information and Schouw-reservations please contact: 0031(0) or 0031(0) We hope you will have a save and comfortable journey towards Marine Etablissement Amsterdam and are looking forward to your visit. MARINE ETABLISSEMENT AMSTERDAM