Mayor
Lieke Schuitmaker
In office since
Expiring at
11 January 2023
Born February 6, 1976
Birthplace Waalwijk
Mayor of Alphen-Chaam since January 11, 2023
Alma mother University of Utrecht, University of Amsterdam
Alphen-Chaam, Paesi Bassi
Slow City
The City
Alphen-Chaam is a charming and peaceful town located in the Netherlands. This municipality of just over 10,000 inhabitants is a candidate to be a real jewel within the landscape of the Netherlands and Europe as a whole. Its tranquility, well-established traditions and commitment to maintaining the authenticity of the place make it one of the ideal towns for the Cittaslow movement. Alphen-Chaam promotes a series of events throughout the year that aim to engage the local community and tourists in the enhancement of the municipality's cultural-historical and natural resources. These include the Ecotrail in The Four Rivers Park, the Chaam Arts Festival, and the annual Festival of Trees. The area surrounding Alphen-Chaam offers a diverse mix of forests, waterways, and open fields. Visitors can explore the area through a number of hiking and biking trails. They can also enjoy local cuisine at one of the many restaurants and cafes serving locally produced food and drinks. Environmental protection and sustainable development are at the heart of the municipality's policies, also evident in the efficient and environmentally sustainable transportation network.
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