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Monumental arenas, vibrant street-food corridors and sleek new-build promenades speak to a district defined by scale, diversity and rapid transformation. In Zuidoost, there’s always something happening.
Zuidoost
Amsterdam
A place that thrives on scale and diversity: home to Europe-class arenas and a melting-pot of cultures, it’s a district in kinetic transformation around every train station.
Key Details
What to expect
Concert-day crowds at Johan Cruyff Arena, vibrant street-food markets and rapid urban regeneration at ArenaPoort.Lifestyle
Energetic and inclusive: global cuisines, live events and a strong expat and multicultural community.What not to expect
Quaint canals or traditional canal houses, this is modern, large-scale city-building.Real estate market
Brand-new mixed-use towers around Bijlmer-Arena station and major investment in Amstel III and ArenaPoort.You are going to fall in love with
The nonstop buzz: where football fans, concertgoers, and families converge seamlessly.Keywords
Multicultural, Johan Cruyff Arena, AFAS Live, Ziggo Dome, ArenaPoort, Amsterdamse Poort, transformation, Amstel III, mixed-use development, connectivity, innovation, city center.
Commute times
Amsterdam Centraal: 20 min. by car, 25 min. by public transportation
Schiphol Airport: 25 min. by car, 35 min. by public transportation
Amstel Station: 15 min. by car, 20 min. by public transportation
Utrecht Centraal: 30 min. by car, 35 min. by public transportation
Rotterdam Centraal: 45 min. by car, 1h by public transportation
Holendrecht Station: 10 min. by car, 15 min. by public transportation
Duivendrecht Station: 5 min. by car, 10 min. by public transportation
Transportations
Closest underground lines
Metro Line 50 (Gein – Sloterdijk)
Metro Line 53 (Gaasperplas – Centraal Station)
Metro Line 54 (Gein – Centraal Station)
Surface transport:
Well connected to local and regional buses
Railroad service:
Close to major train stations: Bijlmer Arena, Holendrecht, Duivendrecht
Highways and freeways:
5 min from A2
5 min from A9
10 min from A10 (Ring Amsterdam)
20 min from A1
Boundaries
East: Diemen and the A9 freeway
West: Amstel river and the A2 freeway
North: Duivendrecht and Amsterdam Science Park
South: Ouderkerk aan de Amstel and the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal
What to expect
Amsterdam Zuidoost is a vibrant and diverse district known for its multicultural atmosphere and major event venues. The Bijlmer area is home to some of the Netherlands’ largest entertainment hotspots, including the Johan Cruyff Arena, AFAS Live, and Ziggo Dome. This part of the city is undergoing rapid development, especially around the Bijlmer-Arena train station, which is transforming into a new urban hub called ArenaPoort.
Lifestyle
This area is perfect for those who enjoy urban energy, international influences, and a district in full transformation. With a mix of living, working, and entertainment spaces, Amsterdam Zuidoost attracts young professionals, families, and creatives who value accessibility, space, and a strong sense of community.
What not to expect
This isn’t the place for quaint canals or historic townhouses. Instead, expect modern architecture, spacious apartment complexes, and large public venues. It’s a bold and contemporary environment, with a distinctly metropolitan character.
Real Estate market
The real estate scene is evolving rapidly. Around the Bijlmer-Arena station and ArenaPoort, new residential developments are taking shape, often combined with office space, retail, and hospitality. The nearby Amstel III business district is also being reimagined: shifting from a mono-functional office area to a lively, mixed-use urban neighborhood. These changes offer great opportunities for both investors and residents.
You’ll fall in love with
The district’s global energy, excellent connectivity, and the buzz surrounding concerts, football matches, and cultural events. It’s one of the most dynamic parts of Amsterdam, where large-scale entertainment meets green spaces and innovative urban planning.
