Coffeeshops
The Bulldog Hotel & Loungebar
This toilet is too small for wheelchair users. The space is big enough for rollators or crutches, but simply too small to turn or maneuver properly in a wheelchair. I will leave the Bulldog up as a coffeeshop recommendation anyone looking to smoke a joint, but I don’t feel the toilet facilities are up to the standard of ease, comfort and privacy I would like to recommend for Able Amsterdam.
For Kids
Photos of the toilet at Body Worlds, Dutch Resistance Museum, Eye Film Museum, Madame Tussauds, Micropia, National Maritime Museum, NEMO Science Museum, Ripley’s Believe it Or Not, and Tropenmuseum will be added to this page shortly.
ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo
Location: Planetarium Cafe, Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is an electric sliding door.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, soap, sink and mirror are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. I think the paper towel dispenser may be out of reach for many wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
* There are more accessible toilets at Artis, but this is the only one I visited.
Rijksmuseum
Location: Main floor of museum lobby (-1).
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and are manually operated. There is a horizontal rail on the inside of the door.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, sink and mirror are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
* There are multiple accessible toilets in the Rijksmuseum.
Gyms
Apollo Health & Fitness
Location: Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to accessing this toilet.
Doors: The door is a little bit heavy and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, soap, sink and bin are within reach for wheelchair users. However, the paper towel dispenser and mirror are out of reach/ sight.
Space: This toilet is very spacious. Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer would be possible if bin is moved out of the way (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Libraries
OBA Public Library (Bijlmer)
Location: Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: To get to this toilet, you have to pass through a main door and then go through the accessible toilet door. The doors are a normal weight and are manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, soap, sink and bin are within reach for wheelchair users. However, the hand dryer and mirror are out of reach/sight.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
OBA Public Library (Oosterdokskade)
Location: Ground floor.
Access: Depending on the toilet (there are multiple across each floor) you may need to ask a staff member to unlock the door for you.
Doors: The doors are a normal weight and are manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, soap, sink and bin are within reach for wheelchair users. However, the mirror in some of the accessible toilets is a bit too high.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo). Some of the accessible toilets on the upper floors have more space than the accessible toilets on the lower floors.
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Museums
Photos of the toilet at Body Worlds, Dutch Resistance Museum, Eye Film Museum, Madame Tussauds, Micropia, National Maritime Museum, NEMO Science Museum, and Tropenmuseum will be added to this page shortly.
Amsterdam Museum
Location: Basement (accessible via a lift).
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, bin, sink and mirror are within reach/sight for wheelchair users. However, the paper towel dispenser is a bit far away from the sink.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Anne Frank House
Location: Basement (accessible via a lift).
Access: This toilet can be accessed via a key-operated lift. Members of staff have a key. You’ll have to ask a member of staff to accompany you to-and from the toilet facilities. Other than that, there are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated. It includes a horizontal rail on the inside of the door.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, bin, soap and sink are within reach. However, the mirror is a bit high.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible if bin is moved (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Hermitage
Location: Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated. It includes a (small) horizontal rail on the inside of the door.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, sink and bins are within reach for wheelchair users. However, the mirror is too high.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Rijksmuseum
Location: Main floor of museum lobby (-1).
Access: The main lobby area is accessible via a lift. There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated. It includes a horizontal rail on the inside of the door.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, sink and mirror are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
* There are multiple accessible toilets in the Rijksmuseum.
Stedelijk Museum
Location: 1st floor (accessible via a lift).
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, sink and mirror are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. There is also a separate seat (see photo).
Space: This toilet is exceptionally spacious. Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is potentially possible depending on if the bin (mounted on the wall) poses an obstacle.
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Van Gogh Museum
Location: Near gift shop (accessible via a lift).
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, bin and sink are all within reach for wheelchair users. However, the mirror is quite high.
Space: This toilet is very spacious. Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer would be possible if the bin is moved (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Nature
Hortus Botanical Gardens
Location: Ground floor.
Access: To get to the accessible toilet, you have to go through a rather heavy main door (from outside).
Doors: The first door from outside is very heavy – anyone using a mobility aid will need help to get inside. The main toilet door isn’t very heavy. Both doors are manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, soap, bin and sink are all within reach. However, the mirror and paper towel dispenser are too high for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users will have to make a three point turn in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo).
Alarm cord: No.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Nightlife
Photos of the accessible toilet facilities at Club Canvas, Tunes Bar and Melkweg will be added shortly.
Lotti's Cafe, Bar & Grill
Location: Ground floor, accessible via a lift (if coming from upstairs) or a platform lift (if coming from restaurant area).
Access: The door to the accessible toilet is usually locked. You’ll have to ask a member of staff to unlock the door for you.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, sink and mirror are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Paradiso
Location: Basement, accesible via a key-operated lift.
Access: Wheelchair users are given a key for the duration of their visit. This means you can can operate the lift and reach the toilet without having to ask a member of staff. There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The doors are a normal weight, manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap and sink are within reach. The mirror is too high for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. Side transfer potentially possible (though I’m not sure if it would be too tight a space, please see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Restaurants and Cafes
Photos of the accessible toilet facilities at Canvas Rooftop Bar, Gard Taste Scandinavian, and Werkplaats will be added shortly.
Amstelle
Location: Located in the lobby area of the Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam-Amstel.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is operated manually.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, towel dispenser, soap, sink and mirror are all within reach/ sight for wheelchair users. The large bin is a foot pedal bin (which will be difficult for many mobility aid users) but there is also another bin that can be easily opened by hand.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo) but only if the large bin is moved.
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
De Bijenkorf Kitchen
Location: Same floor as De Bijenkorf Kitchen (one of the higher floors of the department store).
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight. The inside of the toilet door has a vertical bar to pull it closed more easily.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, sink and mirror are all within reach/ sight for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
The Birdhouse
Location: Ground floor.
Access: This toilet is located through the hallway that connects The Birdhouse to the adjacent hotel. The only potential obstacle to access is the rather heavy door between the restaurant and the hallway.
Doors: To get to the accessible toilet from the restaurant you need to go through two doors. The first door (to the hallway) is quite heavy – mobility aid users may need some assistance. The door to the toilet itself is a normal weight.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap and sink are within reach. The mirror is high but tilted, so you can still see yourself when seated. Unfortunately the only bin is a small pedal bin located under the sink, something many mobility aid users will have trouble using.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. Side transfers are not possible due to a lack of space alongside the toilet.
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Please note: Since the above photos were taken the towel dispenser has been moved and is now within reach.
Buffet 't IJ
Location: Located in the lobby area of the Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam-Amstel. Accessible via a lift.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is operated manually.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, towel dispenser, soap, sink and mirror are all within reach/ sight for wheelchair users. The large bin is a foot pedal bin (which will be difficult for many mobility aid users) but there is also another bin that can be easily opened by hand.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo) but only if the large bin is moved.
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Bridges
Location: Ground floor.
Access: This toilet is located through the hallway that connects Bridges to the adjacent hotel. There are no known obstacles to get to this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, hand towels, soap, sink and mirror are within reach. Unfortunately the only bin is a small pedal bin located under the sink, something many mobility aid users will have trouble using.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. Side transfers are possible from one side (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Cafe Restaurant Amsterdam
Location (Amsterdam West): Ground floor.
Access: The toilet floor is about 1 cm lower than the adjoining floor.
Doors: Manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper, mirror, soap, etc. are all within reach/height for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space,
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Coffee & Coconuts
Location: Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is lightweight and manually operated.
Support: There are no support rails.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser is within reach. However, the paper towel dispenser, soap, and mirror are all too high for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. Transfer space on both sides of the toilet provided there is nothing being stored there.
Alarm cord: Yes, but not down to the floor and not around the entire perimeter of the toilet.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
The Commons
Location (Amsterdam West): Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a little bit heavy. It is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, and sink are all within reach. The mirror is placed too high for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space, provided you turn with your legs under the sink. I don’t think a side transfer is possible as the space between the wall and the toilet is too narrow.
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Exki
Location: Ground floor at Amsterdam Central Station public toilets. Approx. 20 metres from the restaurant.
Access: This toilet requires a special access key. You’ll have to ask a member of staff to unlock the toilet door. Other than that, there are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door has a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, bin, sink and mirror are all within reach/ sight for wheelchair users.
Space: This toilet is very spacious. Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. However, I’m not sure if a side transfer would be possible given that a bin has been mounted to the wall (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Frank's Smokehouse
Location: Ground floor, in the men’s toilet
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door has a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, bin, sink and mirror are all within reach/ sight for wheelchair users.
Space: This toilet is spacious. Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible from one side (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
House of Watt
Location: Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to accessing this toilet.
Doors: There are two doors leading to the toilet. The doors are a normal weight and is manually operated. The door opens in the correct direction (outwards).
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The paper towel dispenser, soap, and sink are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. The toilet paper dispenser might be a bit far for some (I’ve recommended adding a roll to the grab rail). The mirror is currently too high for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo).
Alarm cord: No. There is technically an alarm cord present, however the cord has been cut short. This means it isn’t isn’t currently useable in an emergency situation. (Again, I’ve given feedback and am awaiting a reply).
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
ITA Brasserie
Location: Ground floor.
Access: The door to the accessible toilet is usually locked. You’ll have to ask a member of staff to unlock the door for you.
Doors: There are two doors leading to the toilet. The doors are a normal weight and is manually operated. The door opens in the correct direction (outwards) and includes a horizontal bar on the inside.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, sink, mirror and hooks are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. However, the paper towel dispenser is on the other side of the bathroom (than the sink), meaning you’d have to touch your mobility aid with wet hands to manoeuvre to the paper towel dispenser.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Lotti's Cafe, Bar & Grill
Location: Ground floor, accessible via a lift (if coming from upstairs) or a platform lift (if coming from restaurant area).
Access: The door to the accessible toilet is usually locked. You’ll have to ask a member of staff to unlock the door for you.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, sink and mirror are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Mama Makan
Location: Ground floor, in connecting Hyatt Hotel.
Access: This toilet door is usually locked. Please ask a member of staff to unlock the toilet door.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated. The door opens in the correct direction (outwards).
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, soap, moisturiser, sink, and mirror are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side-transfer is possible from one side (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
MOJO Japanese Kitchen
Location: Ground floor, accessible via a lift.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated. The door opens in the correct direction (outwards).
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, soap, moisturiser, sink, mirror and hooks are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. However, at present there is a “Please wash your hands” sticker obstructing the mirror view for a wheelchair user.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side-transfer is possible from one side (see photo).
Alarm cord: No.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Moqum
Location: Located in the lobby area of the Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam-Amstel. Accessible via a lift.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is operated manually.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, towel dispenser, soap, sink and mirror are all within reach/ sight for wheelchair users. The large bin is a foot pedal bin (which will be difficult for many mobility aid users) but there is also another bin that can be easily opened by hand.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo) but only if the large bin is moved.
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Oriole
Location: Ground floor.
Access: This toilet is located through the hallway that connects Oriole to the adjacent hotel. There are no known obstacles to get to this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, hand towels, soap, sink and mirror are within reach. Unfortunately the only bin is a small pedal bin located under the sink, something many mobility aid users will have trouble using.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. Side transfers are possible from one side (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Pancakes
Location: Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser is within reach. The mirror is at a good height for wheelchair users. However, the paper towel dispenser is quite high.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. I think a side transfer would be possible on one side of the toilet if the baby changing table is moved.
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Persijn
Location: 1st floor, accessible via several lifts.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, soap, moisturiser, sink and mirror are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. However, at present there is only a small pedal bin, which I suspect is difficult or impossible for many mobility aid users to use. There are a few nice hand towels available, but no disposable paper towel dispenser. I have suggested getting a bigger bin and getting a paper towel dispenser for practical and hygiene reasons – both suggestions have been well-received and are currently being discussed by staff members. (To be continued!)
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. I think a side transfer would be possible on one side of the toilet if the bins are moved.
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
De Plantage
Location: Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, bin, sink and mirror are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. However, side transfers aren’t possible as the space between the wall and toilet is too narrow.
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Podium Mozaiek
Location: Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, and soap are within reach. The sink is low, as is the mirror. However, the paper towel dispenser is quite high and hung up far from the sink.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space.
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Riva
Location: Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, bin, and sink are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. There is a foot pedal bin (which poses a problem for many mobility aid users) but there is also a larger open bin. The hook on the door is unfortunately too high for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side-transfer should be possible one one side of the toilet (see photo).
Alarm cord: No.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
The Roast Room
Location: Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to this toilet.
Doors: The door is labelled with the word “Private”. It is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, bin, and sink are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. The mirror is a bit high for wheelchair users. There is a foot pedal bin (which poses a problem for many mobility aid users) but there is also a larger open bin.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side-transfer is not possible because there is a urinal next to this toilet (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Royal 98
Location: Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to this toilet.
Doors: Sliding door.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper is within reach for wheelchair users. However, the paper towel dispenser, soap and mirror are out of sight/reach.
Space: The space is very limited. This makes it very challenging (if not impossible) to turn with larger wheelchairs/ mobility aids. The limited space also makes it impossible to park a wheelchair in front of the toilet.
Alarm cord: No.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
* If you are in need of a more spacious toilet, I recommend the accessible toilets at De Bijenkorf Kitchen and the Royal Palace of Amsterdam (both along Dam Square).
Sazanka, Serre
Location: Located on one of the lower floors of the Okura Hotel, accessible via a lift.
Access: There are no known obstacles to this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, bin, and sink are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. The mirror is a little bit high for wheelchair users.
Space: The amount of space in this toilet is huge. Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side-transfer should be possible one one side of the toilet (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Silk Road Restaurant
Location: Located on the ground floor of the Movenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre, accessible via a lift.
Access: There are no known obstacles to this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The flush is automatic. The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, bin, and sink are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. The mirror is a little bit high for wheelchair users but seems to be one that you can adjust.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side-transfer should be possible one one side of the toilet (see photo), though bins may need to be moved.
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Strandzuid
Location: Ground floor.
Access: There is a small threshold at the toilet entrance (approx. 2 cm).
Doors: The door is a bit heavy. It is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, hand dryer, soap, bin, and sink are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. However, the mirror and hooks are placed too high. The current bin is quite small.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side-transfer should be possible one one side of the toilet (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Studio/K
Location: 1st floor, accessible via a lift.
Access: There is a small threshold (approx. 2 cm) at the entrance of this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The lights in this toilet turn on and off automatically.The toilet paper dispenser, soap, sink and mirror are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. However, there is currently nothing you can use to dry your hands. The only bin currently present is a small foot pedal bin (which poses an obvious obstacle for many mobility aid users).
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. However, side transfers are not possible as there is currently a table placed in the potential side-transfer space (I have provided feedback to the management team. To be continued!)
Alarm cord: No. There is technically an alarm cord present, however the cord has been cut short. This means it isn’t isn’t currently useable in an emergency situation. (Again, I’ve given feedback and am awaiting a reply).
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Vapiano
Location: Basement, accessible via a lift.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, bin, and sink are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. However, the mirror is currently too high for wheelchair users and the main large bin is a foot pedal bin (which poses an obstacle to many mobility aid users).
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side-transfer is possible form one side (see photo).
Alarm cord: No.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Vondelpark 3
Location: Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, hand dryer, soap, bin, sink and mirror are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. However, side transfers wouldn’t be possible because the bin (on the wall) is obstructing the space between the toilet and the wall.
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Wagamama
Location (Max Euweplein): Ground floor.
Access: To access this toilet you need to go through two doors.
Doors: The first of two doors (leading to the general toilets) is quite heavy. Mobility aid users may need help to open it. The door to the actual toilet is a normal weight. Both are manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, hand dryer, soap, bin and sink are all within reach for wheelchair users. The mirror is a bit high.
Space: Wheelchair users will probably need to do a three point turn in this space. I don’t think a side transfer is possible because the step along the wall reduces the space (see first photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Location: Ground floor at Amsterdam Central Station public toilets. Approx. 20 metres from the restaurant.
Access: This toilet requires a special access key. You’ll have to ask a member of staff to unlock the toilet door. Other than that, there are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door has a normal weight and is manually operated.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, paper towel dispenser, soap, bin, sink and mirror are all within reach/ sight for wheelchair users.
Space: This toilet is very spacious. Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. However, I’m not sure if a side transfer would be possible given that a bin has been mounted to the wall (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
Zoo
ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo
Location: Planetarium Cafe, Ground floor.
Access: There are no known obstacles to entering this toilet.
Doors: The door is an electric sliding door.
Support: There are support rails on either side of the toilet.
Amenities: The toilet paper dispenser, soap, sink and mirror are all within reach/sight for wheelchair users. I think the paper towel dispenser may be out of reach for many wheelchair users.
Space: Wheelchair users can turn full circle in this space. A side transfer is possible (see photo).
Alarm cord: Yes.
Accessible adult change facilities: No.
* There are more accessible toilets at Artis, but this is the only one I visited.