Amsterdam's bridges

Amsterdam with their many canals, has over 1500 bridges and many of them are of historical and architectural interest.

Here are some of the most famous and iconic bridges in the city:

Magere Brug (Narrow Bridge)

This charming folding wooden bridge over the Amstel River is one of Amsterdam's most photographed and famous bridges. The original bridge dates from the 1600th century, but the current structure was built in 1934.

Blauwbrug (Blue Bridge)

Located across the Amstel river and connecting the district Rembrandtplein with Waterlooplein. Although today's bridge dates from the 1800th century, there has been a bridge at this location since the 1600th century. It got its name from a former blue wooden bridge that once stood in the same place.

Torensluis

Built in 1648, this is one of the oldest and widest bridges in Amsterdam. It spans the Singel canal and is characterized by one of the city's few remaining medieval towers.

Python usage (Python bridge)

This is one of the newer bridges in the city, completed in 2001. It is known for its red winding shape, which resembles a python snake.

Staalmeestersbrug

Located on the Groenburgwal, this picturesque bridge provides an iconic view of the Zuiderkerk, making it a popular photo spot.

Siegesbrug

Another folding bridge, this time over the Nieuwe Herengracht, is distinguished by its green coloring.

The Seven Bridges

(The Seven Bridges)
This is a unique view in the Reguliersgracht where you can see seven bridges in a row, if you stand at the right angle. In the evening, when the bridges are illuminated, it offers one of the most picturesque views in the city.

Berlagebrug

This steel girder bridge, designed by the famous architect Hendrik Petrus Berlage, spans the river Amstel. It is known for its architectural style and was opened in 1932.

Hoge Sluis

Crossing the Amstel River, this drawbridge is one of the larger bridges in the city and has a complex structure with many opening mechanisms.

Jan Schaeferbrug

Inaugurated in 2001, this modern bridge in the Oosterdok area connects KNSM Island with the rest of the city.

Papiermolenluis

An older sluice bridge located at Lijnbaansgracht. Although it is not as big as some of the other bridges, it is filled with charm and history.

Enge Wormerbrug

A modern pedestrian and bicycle bridge over the Zeeburgerpad that offers a nice view of the water.

Scharrebiersluis

Located close NEMO Science Museum, this bridge offers stunning views of the water and the surrounding areas.

Oetewalerbrug

This bridge in the eastern part of the city crosses the Ringvaart and is mostly for pedestrians and cyclists.

Westerdoksbrug

A modern, retractable bridge that spans the Westerdok, and is a vital link between the northern and southern parts of the city.

Each bridge in Amsterdam has its own history and charm. To walk or ride a bike through the city and discovering these bridges is part of the unique experience of exploring the Dutch capital.