In this video, you stand with Bob Maas at Uilenburg Island, at a spot where two narrow streets once stood. In the early 20th century, they were notoriously bad condition. Uilenburgersjoel “If you stand here behind the Uilenburgersjoel,” says Bob Maas, “you can see that some of the buildings are not on the same building line as the rest. That [...]
Architour offers a series of self-guided audio tours that allow you to explore Amsterdam at your own pace, directly via your smartphone, via QR code or link in your browser. Curated by local architects and architectural historians, the tours tell the stories behind neighbourhoods, buildings and urban development. Walk through an interesting area of Amsterdam and listen to informative [...]
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The Nieuwmarktbuurt is a neighbourhood full of hidden stories and unique experiences. Through Nieuwmarktbuurt.amsterdam you will discover a side of the neighbourhood that you have not seen before. Be inspired by the creativity, artistry and liveliness of this special part of Amsterdam.
Here you will meet the authentic residents, explore the artistic corners and get to know the special entrepreneurs who bring the neighbourhood to life. In the Nieuwmarkt neighbourhood you will be surprised and inspired time and again.
In this episode, Jim and Irma talk to Henk de Vries, founder of the Bulldog. About...
In this third episode of The Heart of the Nieuwmarkt Neighbourhood, Irma and Jim speak to ram operator...
Hidden among the hustle and bustle of the Nieuwmarkt neighbourhood is a special place. In a former smithy -...
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Especially for the neighbourhood: this stylish scarf by Multiple Identities is an ode to the Nieuwmarkt. Warm, unique and with character - exactly like the neighbourhood itself.
