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https://www.oba.nl/openingstijden/detail.199271.html/oba-linnaeus/

Bekijk hoe OBA Linnaeus  een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maak

Linnaeus Branch Amsterdam Public Library (OBA Linnaeus)

At OBA Linnaeus in East Amsterdam, everything revolves around stories. The collection only consists of poetry, novels and (fictional) books such as travelogues, non-fiction and biographies.

Het De Mirandabad

Mirandabad

The Mirandabad is for anyone who wants to have a day of swimming fun. You can enjoy a summery atmosphere in the wave pool all year round. The swimming pool guarantees fun for the children and relaxation for the parents.

Noorderparkbad

Located in Amsterdam Noord, the Noorderparkbad offers fun for the entire family at this in- and outdoor swimming pool complex. You can swim laps, take lessons or participate in an Aquarobics class. There are special times for children’s and family swimming.

Zuiderbad

Only a few steps from the Rijksmuseum, you will find this art-deco building with a rich history. Inside, you will discover a delightful swimming pool.

https://www.oba.nl/openingstijden/detail.1442046.html/oba-bos-en-lommer/

Bekijk hoe OBA Bos en Lommer een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maak

OBA Bos en Lommer

At OBA in Bos en Lommer you will mainly find an extensive range for young people. From reading books, CD-ROMs to games.

https://www.oba.nl/openingstijden/detail.199296.html/oba-duivendrecht/

Bekijk hoe OBA Duivendrecht een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maak

OBA Duivendrecht

OBA Duivendrecht is located in the Dorpshuis building.

Roeien

Roeicentrum Berlagebrug

ActionPlanet

The first reaction when people ride a Quad bike for the first time is often “This is fun and easy.” Soon you want to explore your boundaries and you have the idea you can travel the world with your quad. But then, there is the first unexpected hill, your quad breaks out and swerves round the bend. Soon you will come back to reality, with both feet on the ground.

PBN Sport & Adventure

PBN is a professional organisation specialising in ‘experiences’ for businesses, schools and individuals at fantastic locations. On the Fort Island, around IJmuiden, Pavilion Nova Zembla and also in the Ardennes (France), participants can enjoy diverse adventure weekends or meetings and conventions by the beach. See the website for the full range of possibilities.

Brediusbad

The Brediusbad is an outdoor swimming pool located in a green area next to the WestCord Art Hotel in Amsterdam’s Spaarndammerbuurt neighbourhood. The pool has a deep end and a shallow end for swimmers of all levels. There is also a wading pool with a fountain for toddlers and young children. The pool is generally open from the beginning of May through the beginning of September.

Optisport Zwembad Sloterparkbad

Optisport Sloterparkbad

The Sloterparkbad is an indoor and outdoor swimming complex located next to the Sloterplas – a scenic lake and recreation area in Amsterdam. The indoor facilities include a 50-metre pool for swimming laps, a wading pool, slide, whirlpools and even a waterside bar for drinks and snacks. There is also a dedicated diving pool with 1-metre and 3-metre diving boards.

Woeste Westen

The Woeste Westen is a playground like no other! Located on the northwest edge of Westerpark, it’s a place for adventurous children to get their hands dirty and learn more about nature.

https://www.oba.nl/openingstijden/detail.1442049.html/oba-cc-amstel/

Bekijk hoe OBA CC Amstel een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maakt.

OBA CC Amstel

Previously called Cinétol, the OBA CC Amstel branch of Amsterdam's public library network can be found in the city's south. You'll find a great collection of books, DVDs, newspapers, and magazines along with reading and study nooks. Internet services are available free (one hour daily) for OBA members and non-members pay €1.00 per 30 minutes.

https://www.oba.nl/openingstijden/detail.1442054.html/oba-waterlandplein/

See how Public Library Waterland makes visits accessible for people with disabilities. Please note, information in Dutch

OBA Waterlandplein

Waterlandplein branch offers a varied collection of 44,000 books, 1600 audio books, as well as CD-ROMs and games. It has over 150 national and international newspapers and periodicals and has a comfortable coffee corner with reading tables and work stations. The branch is equipped with an NL-plein (adult education point) that includes a workstation computer on which learners can practice basic reading, writing and maths skills. Drop-in tutorials in Dutch, basic maths and internet skills take place every Friday from 10:00 to 13:00.

OBA Ouderkerk

OBA Ouderkerk offers an extensive collection of newspapers, magazines, books, CD-ROMs and DVDs for all ages. In the special BoekStart corner you will find reading materials for babies and toddlers.

https://www.oba.nl/openingstijden/detail.199281.html/oba-osdorp/

OBA Osdorp

OBA Osdorp in Amsterdam is a busy library with a varied audience. Here you will find a wide collection of books, audio books, CD-ROMs and games. For young readers there is a BoekStart corner with educational baby books.

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