Zuidtangent Live Cam

Origins of the Zuidtangent Project

The conception of the Zuidtangent dates back to the late 1990s, when rapid urban growth across the Randstad called for more efficient, high‑capacity public transport alternatives to conventional buses and overburdened rail lines. Initially envisioned as a dedicated bus rapid transit (BRT) corridor linking Schiphol Airport to Haarlem via Amsterdam’s southern suburbs, the Zuidtangent concept quickly expanded to include extensions north and east. By the time planners turned their attention to Heerhugowaard, the system had already established a reputation for sleek, low‑floor, articulated buses running on segregated lanes and offering tram‑style frequencies.