Update: The trash can that stood in the middle of a bike path near Statenjachtstraat in Noord has already been removed.
The municipality told AT5 that, “partly due to the commotion,” it was decided to move it immediately.
A bollard will be installed in its place tomorrow.
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A recently renovated roundabout at Statenjachtstraat in the Banne neighbourhood of Amsterdam-Noord has left residents puzzled.
A rubbish bin has been installed directly in the middle of the cycle path.
Local cyclists described the placement as ridiculous, with some residents initially suspecting it was a joke.
Most agreed the obstacle was an inconvenient hazard on a cycle lane.
A temporary bollard substitute
The city confirmed the placement was intentional rather than a prank.
Officials needed a bollard to block cars from driving onto the route, but had none available at the time.
Workers instead placed the rubbish bin, fitted with red-and-white reflective shields, as a temporary barrier to protect cyclists from cars.
A municipal spokesperson said the bin will be replaced with a standard bollard in the near future.
For more on using the city’s bike paths, read our guide to cycling in Amsterdam.