Security in Amsterdam

The safety of Amsterdam is very good, even if many are of a different opinion. This misconception comes from the fact that they have such liberal legislation around light drugs and prostitution.

The neighborhoods are usually really quiet and even around the larger entertainment districts there are usually no security problems.

Of course you shouldn't wander around alone in desolate areas at night, but that's the same as in any other city.

Just like in all other tourist-rich places, you should watch out for pickpockets.

The tap water is perfectly drinkable and poses no health risks.

In addition to the regular police, there is also the "Landelijke eenheid" and the anti-terror agency NCTV, (National Coordinator for Security and Counterterrorism) to deal with more serious violent crimes.

Emergency numbers and more

Here is important information about emergency numbers, hospitals and other resources that may be useful in an emergency in Amsterdam:

Emergency number

• 112: The general European emergency number for police, fire brigade and ambulance. Only in case of emergency
• 0900 - 8844: Non-urgent police matters
• 14020: Amsterdam city information number, Monday to Friday: 08:00 to 18.00:XNUMX

More info at amsterdam.nl

Hospital

Most major hospitals have emergency departments open 24 hours a day.

• Amsterdam UMC, location AMC: Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam
• OLVG, location Oost: Oosterpark 9, 1091 AC Amsterdam
• VU medical center: De Boelelaan 1117, 1081 HV Amsterdam
• OLVG, location West: Jan Tooropstraat 164, 1061 AE Amsterdam
• Laan van de Helende Meesters 8, 1186 AM Amstelveen
• BovenIJ Ziekenhuis Address: Statenjachtstraat 1, 1034 CS Amsterdam

Remember to bring your ID card / driver's license, insurance information and any important medical information when you seek care.

Pharmacy

There are of course more pharmacies all over the city, look out for the green neon cross.

Dentist

For emergency dental care outside office hours: Dental365, phone: 088-2632 365

"Tourist Police"

Available at the central police station, Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 35, 1012 RD Amsterdam

Lost or stolen valuables

Report to the police and contact your insurance company. On Amsterdam's official website is available iLost.

Medical advice by phone:

Call your insurer's emergency number or contact a local hospital / health center for advice.

It can also be good to have basic Dutch or English phrases for emergencies.