Forum will be held at Theater Orpheus & Wittenborg Campus
Day 1 (03 November) at Theater Orpheus
Theater Orpheus, opened on March 12, 1965, is one of the largest theaters in the Netherlands and a true cultural hotspot in Apeldoorn. Designed by architects B. Bijvoet and G.H.M. Holt, the theater features three halls, including the impressive Koning Willem-Alexander Hall, which regularly hosts high-profile musicals. The Rabobank Hall, with a capacity of 700 seats, and the intimate Hanos Hall with 242 seats, complete the offering. Visitors can use a spacious underground parking garage with room for 450 cars, and the theater is easily accessible by both car and public transport, with bus stops nearby.
Getting There
Theater Orpheus is located on the edge of Apeldoorn’s city center and is easily accessible by car and public transport.
Navigation Address
Use the address of one of the nearby parking garages:
- Orpheus Parking Garage (2-minute walk):
Churchillplein 1, Apeldoorn (7314 BZ) – 420 spaces - Museum Centrum Parking Garage (5-minute walk):
Roggestraat 133, Apeldoorn (7311 CC) – 700 spaces
Parking
There are two parking garages within walking distance of the theater. Both are accessible for disabled guests and wheelchair users, open 24/7, and have camera surveillance.
Orpheus Parking Garage
- Managed by the Municipality of Apeldoorn
- Located next to the theater
- Theater rate: €7.60 for 12 hours (press the “THEATER” button on the payment machine)
- Regular rate: €2.70 per hour
- Day rate: €10.80 for 24 hours
- EV Charging: 4 charging stations on the upper deck (use the right entrance)
- Disabled Parking: 2 spaces on the upper deck. Use the intercom at the gate to speak with a municipal staff member to open the barrier. Parking is not free, but there are a few free spots at the South Entrance marked by traffic signs.
Q-Park Museum Centrum
- 5-minute walk from the theater
- 628 spaces, 6 disabled spots, 2 EV charging stations
- More info available on the Q-Park website
Public Transport & Bicycles
- Bike Parking: Unsupervised bike racks are available on the side of the building (accessible via Soerenseweg and Maduralaan).
- Supervised Bike Parking: Located in the basement, left of the South Entrance on Maduralaan.
Entrances
- West Entrance: On Soerenseweg, opposite the parking garage. Used for performances in the Hanoszaal.
- South Entrance: On the Amphion/Maduralaan side. Used for performances in the Rabobankzaal.
- O55 Restaurant Entrance: On the Loolaan side. Used for dining before performances.
- Artist Entrance / Ticket Office: Next to the South Entrance. Open weekdays from 10:00–14:00.
For performances in the Altioszaal, either the South or West entrance is used—check your service email or the screens outside the building.
Day 2 (04 November) Wittenborg's Spoorstraat 23 building in Apeldoorn.
Welcome to the heart of Apeldoorn, where the Annual Globalisation Forum 2025 will take place at the prestigious Forum Hosts, Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences, Spoorstraat 23 building. Nestled in a vibrant locale, within easy walking distance of the town centre, shops and restaurants, this venue offers an inspiring setting for the exchange of ideas, insights, and collaboration.
The Spoorstraat 23 building has two floors, including a reception area, classrooms on every floor, bookable presentation and meeting rooms, and open spaces for faculty, staff, and students.
Address: Spoorstraat 23 - 7331PE Apeldoorn - The Netherlands
Getting Here:
By Air: The nearest airport is Schiphol Airport Amsterdam, located approximately 100 km from the venue. Taxis and direct public transport options are readily available for a convenient journey.
By Train: Apeldoorn Central Station is within easy reach, providing excellent rail connections. From the station, it's a short commute to the forum venue by walk.
Dutch Public Transport
The Netherlands has a good public transport system consisting of both bus and train services. For all public transport possibilities, you can check this website.
Trains between Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and Apeldoorn Train Station
Train from Schiphol Airport leaves every 30 minutes.
Train from Apeldoorn Station to Schiphol Airport leaves every 30 minutes. You can check the train schedule on Dutch Railways website. We also suggest downloading their app (NS Travel Planner), which has a user-friendly interface in English. You can also buy a single ticket (valid for the whole day) directly in the app. You can also check the YouTube video on how to get to Apeldoorn.
Car rental
If upon your arrival at the airport, you would like to rent a car, then you can see major car rental companies that have representation at Schiphol airport
Parking
Brinklaan Parking Garage:
If you come by car, you can use Spoorstraat Parking Garage, which is beside our campus building forum entrance.
- Address: Spoorstraat 23 - 7331PE Apeldoorn – The Netherlands
- Parking spaces