Why visit / Interesting facts:
- Nice riverside
- Famous Magere Brug bridge
Time required: 30 minutes
Public transport:
- Tram Line 4: Muntplein stop
- Tram Line 9: Muntplein stop
- Tram Line 14: Muntplein stop
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Photo: Metro Centric
Things you need to know:
- Amstel is the river running through Amsterdam
- The river used to flow into the IJ bay, Amsterdam's waterfront, but now ends at Muntplein, in the center of the city
- A fishing village was established at the Amstel's mouth in the 12th century
- In 1222 a dam, Amsterdam, was built and the village turned from fishing to trade
- This is when the expansion of a city began that evolved into one of the most powerful trading empire by the 17th century
- Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge) is an 18th century wooden double drawbridge that is very popular among Amsterdamers
- The river banks are lined with ships, many of which are houseboats, and offer an excellent place for a nice stroll
What to do there:
- Take a nice walk along the river
- Walk through Magere Brug
