Visitors

On Saturday, April 26, we welcome you to Doetinchem! On this page you can read all the information to prepare your visit.

Program Royal Walk

Check out the program for the Royal Walk. For each section, we explain what to expect. The walk starts at noon on Saturday, April 26.

Royal weekend program

program friday, april 25, 2025 program saturday, april 26, 2025 program Sunday, April 27, 2025

Visitor map

The map shows where you can choose a good spot along the route. Our advice: arrive on time and consider in advance where you want to stand! You cannot walk with the royal family. It is too crowded for that. There are also large screens along the route to watch the live broadcast on. Tip: save the map as an image on your phone. That way you will always have it to hand on the day!

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Visitor map Koningsdag in Doetinchem with wheelchair spaces, disabled parking - on request, toilets + wheelchair-friendly toilet, first aid, temporary bicycle parking, bus stop shuttle bus Gezellenlaan, Bus stop shuttle bus Turfweg, bring & pick-up locations.

Traveling by public transportation

Doetinchem is easily accessible by train and bus. Extra long trains run from Arnhem towards Doetinchem. Check the Arriva site for more information.

Traveling by bicycle

If you come by bicycle, please note that some roads are closed to (moped and/or moped) cyclists. Bike routes are signposted locally. There are five free bike racks around the center:

  • De Bleek 
  • Dr. Huber Noodtplaats 
  • Pasplein 
  • Schouwburgplein 
  • Gruitpoort 

Traveling by car

We encourage you to come by public transportation or bicycle. This is to avoid long traffic jams at parking lots and on detour routes.

Shuttle locations

On King’s Day, free shuttle buses will run between Gezellenlaan and Terborgseweg (near Uncle Charles’ Meadow) and between Turfweg and Veemarkt. The shuttle buses run every 15 minutes from 08.00 to 17.00. At the Turfweg and the Gezellenlaan in Doetinchem there are large parking lots where you can park for free. You can reach these by following the indicated route on the signs.

Parking locations

Are you coming by car to the center of Doetinchem? Then keep in mind that not all parking lots and parking garages are accessible or open. Check the map to see where you can park when. Times may vary per location. Follow the signs for the different parking areas.

Bring & pick-up locations

We are setting up two drop-off & pick-up locations (see visitor map): at the Dr. Bardet Place and at Dichterseweg. Follow the signs for these locations if you want to drop someone off or pick them up.

Application for disabled parking spaces and wheelchair spaces

We want to make it a festive King’s Day for everyone! On the route we will place 2 wheelchair spaces, we will offer people with a disabled parking card (GPK) a parking space near the route and we will have a low stimulation zone in Filmhuis Amphion during the visit of the Royal Family.

In our digital form you can request 2 things:

  • A place in a wheelchair space along the Royal Route. You can indicate if you are bringing a companion (maximum 1) and if you want to use the free disabled parking in the Amphion garage.  
  • You can also choose to find your own spot along the Royal Route. If you hold a valid disabled parking permit, you can use the digital form to apply for a free disabled parking space in the Amphion garage for Saturday, April 26.   

You can apply until Monday, April 21. We will evaluate your application within a few days. After that you will hear by e-mail whether we will grant your ticket for a wheelchair space or disabled parking space. The number of spaces in wheelchair spaces and disabled parking is limited, so apply as soon as possible.

Low-incentive King’s Day celebrations at Amphion Film House

For those who need a quiet place near the event during the Royal Family’s visit, we are setting up a low-incentive zone in the Amphion Filmhouse. You are welcome from 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 26.

King’s Day broadcast with sign language interpreter

At the Amphion Filmhuis, you can watch the live broadcast of King’s Day with a sign language interpreter. You are welcome from 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 26.

There are 2 wheelchair compartments:

  • Plantsoenstraat and Burgemeester van Nispenstraat intersection.
  • At the Walmolen.
  • Hofstraat, opposite Schouwburg Amphion (+ wheelchair-friendly toilet)
  • Intersection Hovenstraatje/De Veentjes (+ wheelchair-friendly toilet)
  • Dr. Huber Noodtplaats (in the corner) (+ wheelchair-friendly toilet)
  • Nieuwstad parking lot (+ wheelchair-friendly toilet)
  • Intersection Nieuwstad/Synagogstraat (+ wheelchair-friendly toilet)
  • Intersection Raadhuisstraat/Burgemeester Tenkinkstraat (+ wheelchair-friendly toilet)
  • C. Missetstraat between the walmolen and the bicycle bridge (+ wheelchair-friendly toilet)
  • Parking lot Tjalmastraat on the Terborgseweg side (+ wheelchair-friendly toilet)
  • Parking lot Tjalmastraat on the side of Terborgseweg
  • Dr. Huber Noodplaats (in the bend)
  • Hofstraat, near Filmhuis Amphion

There are 3 first aid points:

  • Intersection Dr. Huber Noodtstraat/De Veentjes
  • Parking Nieuwstad
  • C. Missetstraat between the wall mill and the bicycle bridge

Lost your child? Report to the nearest staff member. Children who have lost their parents will be taken care of in the emergency room.

House Rules

During the event Koningsdag in Doetinchem, together we ensure that everyone has a festive and safe day.

  • Pictures and videos will be taken. So keep smiling! When you enter this area, you automatically give the organization permission to use these festive images.
  • We understand you want to enjoy a drink. You can get that from our welcoming hospitality staff. Alcoholic beverages and glassware are not allowed with you. Neither are drugs, for that matter. NIX18.
  • Must leave the following attributes at home: drones (improvised or potential) percussion, impact and other weapons, flares, fireworks or other objects suspected of being aimed at disturbing public order or obstructing police action, face coverings with the intention of making recognition difficult or frustrating. Signs, images and/or uttering texts that are offensive, inflammatory or discriminatory are also not permitted.
  • Therefore, can your bag be checked. You may also be searched.
  • May not distribute flyers or sell stuff without our permission.
  • Will everyone stay outside the fences of the route. Want to cross? Then use the designated crossing areas after receiving permission from police and security personnel.
  • Don’t bring your bike: you can park it in the designated bike racks.
  • Finally, listen carefully to the instructions of police and security. If you break one or more rules, you will be removed from the event site and may be denied access.

Frequently asked questions

On the route we will place 2 wheelchair spaces, we will offer people with a disabled parking permit (GPK) a parking space near the route and we will have an incentive-free zone in the Gruitpoort during the visit of the Royal Family. In our digital form you can request 2 things: a place in a wheelchair compartment along the Royal route or request a free disabled parking space in the Amphi garage for Saturday, April 26.

Saturday, April 26, and Sunday, April 27, stores in downtown Doetinchem may be open between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. For current Saturday and Sunday opening hours, please refer to thestores‘ (online) channels.

You don’t need a ticket to celebrate King’s Day in Doetinchem. We would like to welcome as large a group of enthusiastic visitors as possible.

You can cross the Royal Route on Saturday, April 26, on a limited basis and until 10 a.m. This applies only to the following designated crossings:

  • Crossing point 1 – B. van Nispenstraat near Erfgoed de Stadswal Cauverenpad
  • Crossing 2 – Plantsoenstraat near Dr. H. Noodtplaats towards Nieuwstad/Heezenpoort
  • Crossing 4 – Council House Street near Hamburger Street near C&A

After 10 a.m., you cannot cross the trail and detouring is the only option.

Do you have any questions?

For the latest news about King’s Day 2025, follow us on Facebook and Instagram: @Koningsdagindoetinchem.

Do you have other questions? Feel free to drop by the Oranjehuis at Boliestraat 29. You can visit us on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. You can also contact us via [email protected] or call (0314) 377 377.