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Apeldoorn Healthiest City in Netherlands; Rotterdam Ranks Lowest
Apeldoorn tops the list of healthiest cities in the Netherlands in a new study by Arcadis, while Rotterdam ranks last. The study considered factors like crime rates, green spaces, and mobility.
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- Which city received the lowest ranking overall, and why?
- Rotterdam received the lowest ranking, particularly in 'Gezonde Gemeenschap' (healthy community), due to lower safety levels and limited stress recovery options.
- What was a notable trend observed across the Netherlands?
- While many cities experienced increased anxiety and stress, the increase was less pronounced in Apeldoorn, possibly because of its green spaces. The researchers noted a nationwide trend of increased anxiety and stress levels.
- In what area did Apeldoorn receive the lowest score, and why?
- Apeldoorn scored lowest in 'Gezonde Mobiliteit' (healthy mobility), lacking safe cycling routes and walkability. Nijmegen scored highest in this area due to its extensive, high-quality cycling routes and good public transport.
- What city is ranked as the healthiest in the Netherlands according to the study?
- Apeldoorn is ranked as the healthiest city in the Netherlands, according to the Gezonde Stad Index, primarily due to its low crime rate, strong social cohesion, and green environment.
- What were the five areas assessed in the Gezonde Stad Index, and which cities performed best in 'healthy building'?
- The study, conducted by Arcadis, examined five key areas across 25 major Dutch cities: built environment, mobility, outdoor spaces, environment, and community. Groningen, Maastricht, and Nijmegen ranked highest in 'healthy building'.