Where is the town of Almere in the Netherlands?

Where is the town of Almere in the Netherlands?

Almere is located in the polder of Southern Flevoland (Dutch: Zuidelijk Flevoland). It is the most western municipality of the province Flevoland. It borders with Lake Marken in the west and north, Lelystad in the northeast, Zeewolde in the east, and Lake Gooi in the south.

When was the first house in Almere built?

The first house in Almere was finished in 1976. At that time the town was still controlled by the Openbaar Lichaam Zuidelijke IJsselmeerpolders (Z.IJ.P.), with a Landdrost. In 1984 Almere became an official municipality. Originally, Almere was envisioned as a town with multiple centres.

Is the Almere area part of the MRA?

Furthermore, it also comprises the unofficial historic district and neighborhood Oostvaardersdiep, which has an active semi-self-governing community, and the planned district of Almere Oosterwold. Almere is part of the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area (MRA).

When did the Almere Strand train station close?

Therefore, Almere Strand station was officially closed just after the summer of 2012 and its iron platforms were torn down in the weekend of October 6–7, 2012. There are no remains of the station, although passengers can still see where the platforms once stood from the windows of Flevolijn trains.

How do I Register my move to Almere?

To register your move to or within Almere: You must have a valid DigiD. Notify the municipality of your move via the online form (in Dutch). Who can submit this notification? The declaration can be done by: Yourself, if you are over 16 years of age. A parent, guardian or care provider of children under 16 years of age.

What was the housing plan in Almere in the 1970s?

The housing plan in Almere in the 1970s was basic functionality and a levelling of social status. However, starting in the 1990s more exclusive homes with striking designs were built (notably in the Regenboogbuurt).