Author: James

Bridges of Amsterdam

Bridge 62

Posted on February 2, 2017 by James

This short beam bridge spans the north-western end of the Leliegracht in central Amsterdam. Continue Reading →

An interview with Peter Schaapman

Posted on January 8, 2017 by James

James Walker speaks with Peter Schaapman, a long-time Amsterdam resident, World War II historian and tour guide. Continue Reading →

Bridge 1957

Posted on November 12, 2016 by James

One of Amsterdam’s newest bridges, Olifantsbrug was officially opened on January 25, 2014. Continue Reading →

Bridge 294

Posted on October 16, 2016 by James

Amid the large-scale renovation of Oosterdokseiland, the demolition of Bridge 294 commenced in February 2015. Continue Reading →

Bridge 73

Posted on September 4, 2016 by James

Named by Lonely Planet as “Amsterdam’s prettiest canal”, Reguliersgracht was dug out in 1658. Continue Reading →

Het Scheepvaartmuseum

Posted on August 8, 2016 by James

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

Posted on July 17, 2016 by James

Bridge 106 is dedicated to Niek Engelschman, a Dutch actor, activist and resistance fighter during the Second World War. Continue Reading →

Bridge 1914

Posted on June 15, 2016 by James

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

Posted on May 31, 2016 by James

Spanning the eastern end of the Kattensloot, Bridge 155 is a large bascule bridge in the late Amsterdam School style. Continue Reading →

Bridge 232

Posted on May 23, 2016 by James

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

Posted on May 11, 2016 by James

Bridge 222 was the first bridge in Amsterdam to feature a maintenance-free aluminium deck. Continue Reading →

Bridge 27

Posted on May 9, 2016 by James

Beulingsluis marks end of the Beulingsloot’s short, 50-metre run. Continue Reading →

Bridge 5

Posted on May 8, 2016 by James

Following extensive renovation work, this municipal monument officially reopened on April 10, 2014. Continue Reading →

Bridge 277

Posted on May 7, 2016 by James

Pelikaanbrug is one of six bridges located around the Artis that are named after different animal species. Continue Reading →

Bridge 102

Posted on May 6, 2016 by James

It’s thought that a bridge has spanned this central part of the Looiersgracht since as early as 1795. Continue Reading →

Bridge 16

Posted on May 5, 2016 by James

As with many of Amsterdam’s smaller bridges, Melkmeisjesbrug has an interesting history tied to its name. Continue Reading →