Utrecht Centraal Utrecht - Special buildings

Utrecht Central Station is an important public transport hub in the Netherlands. The station is located in the heart of Utrecht and offers connections to various cities in the Netherlands and abroad. The station is an important link in the Dutch railway network and has recently been renovated to meet the growing demand for public transport.

The station has a modern and functional appearance, with lots of glass and steel. The station is designed to provide the traveler with a comfortable and safe travel experience. There are many facilities at the station, such as shops, restaurants, toilets and a bicycle shed. Various services are also available to travellers, such as an information desk, luggage storage and public transport chip card machines.

An important part of the station is the central hall, which is an impressive open space with lots of natural light. This hall is the center of the station and provides access to all platforms and tracks. The station has a total of 21 platforms, 12 of which are underground, and offers connections to many different destinations in the Netherlands and beyond.

One of the highlights of the station is the new station square, which opened in 2016. This square is designed as a large, public square with lots of greenery, cycle paths and pedestrian paths. The station square is a pleasant place to stay and offers space for various events and activities.

The station is also an important hub for bicycle traffic. There are various cycle paths around the station and there is a large bicycle shed with space for more than 12,500 bicycles. This bicycle shed is one of the largest in the world and offers a safe and efficient way to store your bicycle when you are at the station.