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Directions
Westergas is centrally located in Amsterdam, just 2 km from Central Station, in the West district. Sloterdijk train station is 4 km away, as such, the cultural village is easily accessible from several parts of the city.
We encourage visitors to come by bike or public transport. As the Westergas site is car-free, these are not only sustainable choices, but also practical ones. Visitors are not allowed to drive onto the site in their own cars. Loading and unloading a vehicle is allowed.
Cultural Village Westergas is easy to reach (10 minutes from Amsterdam CS station) and there are plenty of places to park your bike.
Yes, a number of charging stations are available in the area around Westergas. Q-Park Westergasfabriek car park has six charging stations, Willemspoort has twelve, Q-Park Bos en Lommer has four, and P+R Sloterdijk has one.
This is not possible. Group buses can pick people up and drop them off at the Van Hallstraat/Westergasfabriek bus stop. However, buses cannot stay here, and there is only room for one bus at a time.
Please note that parking is not allowed here. For special arrangements or to obtain a permit, please get in touch with your account manager.
A taxi-loop can be arranged. Should you require this, this can be discussed with one of our account managers leading up to the event.
Accessibility
Yes, Cultural District Westergas is open day and night.
Yes, both Westergas and the neighbouring Westerpark are open to the public. You can visit the park all year round to enjoy the greenery, culture and activities. Whether you come for a walk, a bike ride, or to attend an event, you are always welcome.
The Gashouder, De Wester and Meterhuisje are wheelchair accessible, it varies per event whether it is wheelchair accessible.
Special parking spaces for the disabled are available on the Westergas site, the gate staff coordinate these. If you have a valid disability card, you can go to the gate staff at the main entrance. They will be happy to help you find a good parking spot. This is how we work together to make your visit to Westergas a worry-free experience.
From fashion shows to MMA and from company parties to art fairs. A wide range of things are possible at Westergas. Contact our account managers to discuss possibilities for your event.
Yes, this is certainly possible. Please email our account managers to make an appointment: events@westergas.nl. Are there
The Meterhuisje is available to rent for a minimum of one month. In addition, there are ‘fixed locations’ on the grounds for long-term rentals. In case you want to permanently stay with your business on the Westergas grounds, there are a number of permanent locations available for rent.
Are there any facilities at the venues?
The venues are delivered casco, but do offer several basic facilities:
In some cases, this is possible. However, there are some conditions for this. This can be discussed in the run-up to the event with one of our account managers or location managers.
Photography for personal use is permitted in the outdoor areas of the park. Commercial use is not allowed. The indoor venues are not available for private photo shoots but can be hired for corporate film and photo shoots
Accommodation
Believe it or not, but even that is possible at Westergas. Across from the big grass field, you’ll find the beautiful Conscious Hotel where you can reminisce on your visit to Westergas in a spacious hotel room. The hotel has 89 rooms. Visit the website here for more information. Besides the Conscious Hotel, there are numerous other hotels within a radius of 2 km. For example, Hotel ibis Amsterdam City West.
Food & Drinks
You certainly can. Westergas has more than nine restaurants in the Cultural District. A delicious sandwich or quiche at the Bakkerswinkel, French cuisine at Cantine de Caron, typical Dutch mussels at Mossel & Gin. You can also enjoy lunch or dinner with a view of the Gashouder at Westergasterras. You name it, we got it. Check out all the restaurants here and don’t hesitate to make a reservation right away.
Yes, you can! You can walk around and enjoy your own food and drinks. Although you are not allowed to drink or eat these in the cafes and restaurants or in the Gashouder during an event. Fortunately, there are plenty of great places to eat and drink if you prefer.
Smoking is not allowed inside Westergas venues, such as the Gashouder and De Wester. Smoking is allowed on the grounds. Special ‘Peukenzee’ receptacles for cigarette butts have been installed for this purpose, spread across the grounds. They provide a safe and convenient place to dispose of cigarettes so that together we can do our bit to create a cleaner environment.
Yes, there are definitely options available to accommodate special dietary needs. For events, you can let the caterer or organisation know in advance so that suitable options, such as vegetarian, vegan or allergen-free dishes, can be provided.
At Westergas, we take your safety seriously. Our site is equipped with 24/7 security. A doorman is present 24/7 at the entrance to the park near the Westergas bridge. There are security cameras at the park as well.
Lost items are managed by the organiser of the event you are attending. Westergas is not responsible or liable for this. We recommend that you contact the event organiser for further assistance in recovering your lost items. Westergas itself does not collect any lost items.
This varies depending on which venue in the Cultural Village of Amsterdam you are visiting. When attending an event, though, there is quite often the option to leave your belongings behind safely and enjoy what Westergas has to offer.
Westergas is committed to sustainability with a number of initiatives, such as using green energy, minimising waste and promoting sustainable mobility. We work closely with local businesses and partners who are very committed to sustainability.
We work with sustainable caterers and use Oscar Circular for the disposal of waste.
Westergas has a strict waste management policy which includes separating waste, recycling programmes and reducing waste streams. We work with partners who manage waste in a sustainable way and reuse it wherever possible.
We use energy-efficient LED lighting and work with energy management systems to minimise consumption at our sites. We also use green energy sources to reduce our environmental impact.
Westergas has been officially B Corp certified since the summer of 2024! This certification is awarded to companies that meet high standards in the areas of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Want to know more about what that means exactly? Check out the full explanation by clicking on this link.
We are always on hand to answer your questions! You can get in touch with us through our social media channels where we regularly share events and updates. If you would like to contact us directly, please fill in the form on the website. We aim to respond to all enquiries as quickly as possible.
You can call us on (020) 586 07 10 and email us at info@westergas.nl for all your questions. We are more than happy to help you!
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