# Netherlands urban pedestrian monitoring initiative

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/netherlands-urban-pedestrian-monitoring-initiative
> Updated: 2026-09-05T10:15:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The Netherlands has launched the Dutch Pedestrian Monitor (Nederlandse Voetgangersmonitor), an initiative designed to collect data on how residents experience walking within their municipalities. In collaboration with Arcadis, the project aims to address a lack of detailed information regarding daily pedestrian routes and experiences.

Running until October 25, the monitor allows participants to use a digital map to pinpoint specific locations they value or areas where they encounter obstacles, accessibility issues, or safety concerns. The study covers various topics, including social safety, traffic safety, and accessibility for individuals with limited mobility. 

Dennis van Sluijs, an advisor at Arcadis, stated that the collected data will assist municipalities in identifying specific bottlenecks and implementing measures to improve the quality of public spaces and urban walking environments.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-05: Netherlands launches pedestrian monitor to map urban safety

The Netherlands Pedestrian Monitor is collecting resident feedback on walking safety and accessibility across Dutch municipalities until October 25 to improve urban planning.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netherlands-launches-pedestrian-monitor-to-map-urban-safety

### 2026-09-02: Netherlands launches pedestrian monitor to map urban walking experiences

The Dutch Pedestrian Monitor is collecting public feedback on walking safety, accessibility, and urban quality across the Netherlands until October 25.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netherlands-launches-pedestrian-monitor-to-map-urban-walking-experiences

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Cite as: Netherlands urban pedestrian monitoring initiative. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/netherlands-urban-pedestrian-monitoring-initiative