City centre lights up for Christmas
Once again, Christmas lights bring extra warmth and cheer to Amersfoort’s city centre.
The association representing property owners – since 1999
VEBA works with property owners to make Amersfoort’s city centre even more attractive.
VEBA represents the shared interests of commercial property owners in Amersfoort’s city centre. Together, we champion quality, accessibility and sustainability.
Expertise
Extensive experience and knowledge of property and business in the city centre
Over 25 years
Actively representing property owners in Amersfoort’s city centre
City Centre Coalition
A long-term partner to the municipality and others, with an eye on the future
Networking
Member events and knowledge sharing
Events
Coming up
General members’ meetingVenue: Broedplaats Oost West · 17:00–20:00
City centre meeting12:30–14:00, lunch included
Why VEBA exists
Quality, accessibility and sustainability
An attractive city centre takes more than individual initiatives. VEBA brings property owners, the municipality and partners together around three pillars that underpin everything VEBA sets out to achieve.
Quality
An attractive city centre starts with quality. VEBA champions an excellent place to live, work and shop, shaped by historic heritage, carefully maintained property and vibrant public spaces.
Accessibility
An easy-to-reach city centre is essential for businesses, visitors and property owners alike. VEBA actively helps shape plans for mobility, parking and logistics.
Sustainability
A future-proof city centre calls for sustainable choices. VEBA encourages greener property and the preservation of listed buildings.
Why become a member
Stronger together
in the city centre
As a VEBA member, you strengthen the collective voice of property owners with the municipality, policymakers and partners – and benefit directly from shared knowledge, a strong network and tangible results.
- A strong, united voice with the municipality and policymakers
- Direct involvement in projects for quality, accessibility and sustainability
- Part of a network with 25+ years of expertise in the city centre
- First to hear about the latest developments in the city centre
“A committed and constructive partner
for the city centre.”
THE IMPACT VEBA MAKES
Step by step towards a stronger city centre
What VEBA has achieved in the past three years, and what we’re working on now.
- Completed
- In progress
5 Nov 2026
A new and improved website
A redesigned website that keeps members better informed and raises VEBA’s profile.
Sep 2026
New to the team: City Centre Property Manager
Christien Kuysters joins VEBA as City Centre Property Manager.
Sep 2026
Goal: more resources for the city centre
A funding goal, so that plans for the city centre can actually be delivered.
9 Feb 2026
City centre debate at Theater De Lieve Vrouw
Councillors, property owners and businesses discuss the future of the city centre.
9 Feb 2026
10-point plan drawn up
Concrete actions for the city centre, brought together in ten clear points.
12 Nov 2025
Co-founder of the City Centre Coalition
Together with OBA and DAC, laying the foundations for one shared agenda for the city centre.
5 Nov 2025
‘From challenge to opportunity’ – Boer & Croon
A new vision and strategy for VEBA, centred on quality, accessibility and sustainability.
16 Oct 2018
City Centre Vision
A shared vision for an attractive, lively and future-proof city centre.
More about Het Stadshart (in Dutch)
NOW IN PROGRESS
IN PROGRESS
Remit of the City Centre Property Manager
Our City Centre Property Manager is working out the next steps. This work is scheduled for the period from 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2027.
Strengthening VEBA as an organisation
Growing VEBA’s membership
Regular communication with members
Working together in the City Centre Coalition
Exploring sustainable funding for VEBA
LATEST
News from the city centre
Amersfoort city centre bid book now open to all
Discover Amersfoort’s strengths, growth and opportunities as a business location in the new bid book from Citymarketing Amersfoort.
Masterplan ‘From challenge to opportunity’: new vision and strategy
Boer & Croon presents a masterplan for Amersfoort city centre
Testimonials
What our members and partners say
For us, VEBA is much more than a business association. It’s a valuable network where you share experiences, learn from each other and help one another succeed in business. The open atmosphere and sense of commitment make it a great club to be part of.
Witte and Wouter van der KamVan der Kam Fashion VEBA is a committed and constructive partner for the city centre. With its knowledge of the property market and its dedication to working together, VEBA helps to build an attractive, future-proof and economically vibrant city centre. The municipality values the open dialogue and the shared commitment to making the most of the city centre’s opportunities.
Mariska Smit-van Hout & Tieme KlinkersMunicipality of Amersfoort As a member, I see VEBA as a committed and professional association that stands up for my interests. The research and reports it publishes make me feel that my concerns are taken seriously, and they give us solid evidence in our dealings with the municipality and other stakeholders. Thanks to VEBA’s active and tenacious approach, I feel heard and well represented. On top of that, VEBA is simply a fun and sociable association.
Hans van GeetLemain BV I find the board committed and enthusiastic. Knowledge and the latest developments are shared clearly, so the association really adds value. It’s good to see how proactively the board looks after its members’ interests.
Bastiaan GeurtsenGeurtsen Wijnimport Our beautiful, historic city centre benefits from a strong collective of property owners. In recent years VEBA has worked on establishing a strong position as an association, and we have helped to drive the creation of the City Centre Coalition. We stand by our ambitions, work together actively and make ourselves visible. Have your say, join us and take part!
Laura Kan-BommezijnFormer secretary
As property owners, together we make a greater impact on the future of Amersfoort’s city centre.