Visitor information for Akoesticum
Below you’ll find directions by train and by car, as well as further information on parking charges
Transport
Akoesticum is situated right next to Ede-Wageningen station. It’s a 4-minute walk from the train station. If you’re travelling by car, a new parking policy has been in force since 1 August 2026 in the Stationskwartier and World Food Centre, introduced by the municipality of Ede. This policy also applies to the area around Akoesticum.
Travelling by train
From Ede-Wageningen station, it’s about a 4-minute walk to Akoesticum. On the platform, follow the path via platform 1, which leads directly to the exit at Akoesticum. The first building you’ll see is the former Friso Barracks. Akoesticum is housed there; you’ll recognise the main entrance by the green and purple flags.
There are direct trains to Ede-Wageningen from Utrecht, Arnhem, Nijmegen, Zwolle and the Randstad.
Parking facilities for everyone
Parking by car
Enter ‘Akoesticum’ into your sat-nav. The address or postcode will take you to the old entrance to the barracks, which is not where you need to be.
The P+R Ede-Wageningen car park has been open since 1 August 2026, a 2-minute walk from Akoesticum. Paid parking applies there 24 hours a day. Your number plate is scanned on entry; you will not be issued with a separate parking ticket. The standard daily rate is 9 euros.
Did you travel by train that day? When leaving, hold your OV-chipkaart, OV-pas, NS Business Card or e-ticket up to the scanner. The system recognises your train journey and automatically calculates the reduced NS fare. If you check in and out using only your bank card, you’ll pay the standard fare. The discount applies for a maximum of 3 consecutive days.
If you park on the street around Akoesticum, you’ll need to pay from Monday to Friday between 10.00 and 16.00. Outside these hours, parking is free.
- Rate: 2.20 euros per hour
- Maximum €12.50 per day
Do you have a disabled parking permit? If so, please park your car by the front entrance, next to the flagpoles. Please inform reception as soon as you arrive.
Ground floor suitable for people with reduced mobility
Akoesticum is wheelchair-accessible. There is a disabled toilet and washbasin. On the ground floor, all halls are at ground level or have a threshold of less than 2 centimetres. If you wish to visit the courtyard, we can arrange a threshold ramp on request. A lift operates up to and including the second floor.
The bedrooms on the upper floors are not fully wheelchair-accessible. The threshold to the bathroom or toilet is too high for a wheelchair. Would you like to discuss this in advance? Please call or email us, and we’ll be happy to help you find a solution.
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Click on the address to open Google Maps: Akoesticum, Frisopark 4, 6711 WZ Ede
Always use the name ‘Akoesticum’ in your sat-nav. The address will take you to the old entrance to the barracks.
If you have any enquiries, please email info@akoesticum.org or get in touch using the contact form below.