THE AMSTEL RIVER

Amsterdam’s most famous and prominent river, the Amstel, flows from Aarkanaal in Nieuwveen to IJ in Amsterdam. This tourist attraction forms the base on which the city’s numerous dikes, dams, and canals are constructed. Explore Amstel with river cruises and bike rides to witness the Hermitage Museum, Royal Theatre Centre, Magere Brug, Ouderkerk aan de Amstel, Ronde Hoep polder, and Defence Line of Amsterdam.

Admire the calming beauty of the river that gave Amsterdam its name as you explore the Amstel, which is the city’s one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. An important geographical feature of the Netherlands, the Amstel River provided the base on which numerous dikes, dams, and canals were constructed to create the legendary urban marvel of Amsterdam. Heavily frequented by both tourists and locals, Amstel ranks among the most romantic places to visit in Amsterdam. Discover this enchanting site with our Europe package and enjoy its serene ambiance and historical significance.

Several popular tourist attractions of Amsterdam lie along the Amstel, which also leads tourists into the quaint countryside that surrounds the city. Embark on a quiet river cruise with your loved ones or ride a bike on the well-laid lanes on the banks to explore the riverfront. Some of the prominent Amsterdam landmarks that can be witnessed during your Amstel tour include the vast art collection of the Hermitage Museum, the wide range of shows at the Royal Theatre Centre, and the Magere Brug which is Amsterdam’s most famous bridge.

The Amstel River leads you to green meadows and old villages like Ouderkerk aan de Amstel, Ronde Hoep polder, and the Defence Line of Amsterdam, and their monuments, churches, and windmills.

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Highlights

• Witness the calming charm of Amsterdam’s most famous river, the Amstel, with a river cruise or bike ride.
• Renowned as the river that gave the Dutch city its name, Amstel also provided the base on which Amsterdam’s numerous dikes, dams, and canals were constructed.
• Explore this beautiful tourist destination for families as well as couples, as Amstel ranks among the most heavily frequented attractions of Amsterdam for locals and tourists.
• Spot the Hermitage Museum, the Royal Theatre Centre, and the classic Skinny Bridge or Magere Brug during your Amstel tour.
• Explore the countryside and villages like Ouderkerk aan de Amstel, Ronde Hoep polder, and Defence Line of Amsterdam, and their monuments, churches, and windmills.

How To Reach

By Bus: Bus routes 320, 322, 41, and 65 can drop you off at the various bus stops that line the Amstel. The nearest station Amsteldijk is just 444 meters away and can be covered within a 7 min walk. Another station Wibautstraat is 454 meters away

By Metro: Hop on lines 51, 53 & 54 of the Amsterdam metro to reach the Amstel river. Hop off at the Spaklerweg station, the nearest which can be covered by a 8-minute walk.

By Train: IC and SPR are the two lines, which will connect you to the Amstel river. 

By Ferry: The ferry F4 provides services to the Amstel river.

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Best Time To Visit

The best time to visit the Amstel River is during the late afternoon hours. When you sail or ride along the river during the early evening, you would be able to visit the attractions and indulge in views of the Amstel both during the daytime and after the night lights get lit. The weather is also pleasant during these hours around sunset.

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