Bridge 62
This short beam bridge spans the north-western end of the Leliegracht in central Amsterdam. Continue Reading →
Bridge 249
The currently unnamed Bridge 249 is one of three bridges that runs through Amsterdam’s historic Lastage neighbourhood. Continue Reading →
An interview with Peter Schaapman
James Walker speaks with Peter Schaapman, a long-time Amsterdam resident, World War II historian and tour guide. Continue Reading →
Bridge 1957
One of Amsterdam’s newest bridges, Olifantsbrug was officially opened on January 25, 2014. Continue Reading →
Bridge 294
Amid the large-scale renovation of Oosterdokseiland, the demolition of Bridge 294 commenced in February 2015. Continue Reading →
Bridge 150
Located in the northwestern part of Amsterdam’s canal ring, Rotterdammerbrug connects the Jordaan with Frederik Hendrikbuurt. Continue Reading →
Bridge 73
Named by Lonely Planet as “Amsterdam’s prettiest canal”, Reguliersgracht was dug out in 1658. Continue Reading →
Het Scheepvaartmuseum
The first in a series of special features, we take a closer look at the bridges located in and around the National Maritime Museum. Continue Reading →
Bridge 106
Bridge 106 is dedicated to Niek Engelschman, a Dutch actor, activist and resistance fighter during the Second World War. Continue Reading →
Bridge 1914
The name ‘Witte Katbrug’ is a portmanteau derived from the two man-made islands that are connected by the bridge – the Wittenburg and the Kattenburg. Continue Reading →
Bridge 155
Spanning the eastern end of the Kattensloot, Bridge 155 is a large bascule bridge in the late Amsterdam School style. Continue Reading →
Bridge 232
Tucked away in the northwestern corner of the Plantage neighbourhood of Amsterdam, Bridge 232 is a historic entry point to the Hortus Botanicus. Continue Reading →
Bridge 222
Bridge 222 was the first bridge in Amsterdam to feature a maintenance-free aluminium deck. Continue Reading →
Bridge 27
Beulingsluis marks end of the Beulingsloot’s short, 50-metre run. Continue Reading →
Bridge 5
Following extensive renovation work, this municipal monument officially reopened on April 10, 2014. Continue Reading →
Bridge 277
Pelikaanbrug is one of six bridges located around the Artis that are named after different animal species. Continue Reading →
Bridge 102
It’s thought that a bridge has spanned this central part of the Looiersgracht since as early as 1795. Continue Reading →
Bridge 16
As with many of Amsterdam’s smaller bridges, Melkmeisjesbrug has an interesting history tied to its name. Continue Reading →