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Exploring Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands – A Modern Architecture Walking Tour
Event by: Art, Food, and Fun
Location: Rietlandpark, Amsterdam - Amsterdam-Oost
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About event
📍 **Date & Time:** Sunday, 31st August, 15:00
📍 **Meeting Point:** In front of Rietlandpark tram stop (Tram 26)
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Amsterdam has always been a city of architecture, but during the 1980s, the city’s architectural scene got a major boost thanks to the **redevelopment of the IJ riverbanks**. The most striking transformation took place in **Oostelijk Havengebied (Eastern Docklands)** – an area built almost from scratch on a series of artificial islands that were once part of Amsterdam’s port.
Today, the Eastern Docklands are one of the most fascinating examples of **modern Dutch urban design**, with water making up two-thirds of the area and cutting-edge architecture occupying the remaining land. This unique landscape attracts architecture lovers from all over the world.
During this 7 km guided walk, we’ll explore:
* **Large residential blocks** in De Rietlanden, Borneo, and Sporenburg
* **Iconic modernist buildings** on KNSM Island
* **Smaller-scale designs** on Java Island, where bridges and narrow canals create a unique atmosphere
* **Striking buildings** along the Oostelijke Handelskade
* A final view of the IJ waterfront and the **Muziekgebouw**, one of Amsterdam’s most modern landmarks
This walk is a journey through one of Amsterdam’s **lesser-known neighborhoods**, a place where modern design meets water and history, creating a striking contrast with the city’s traditional canal houses.
👉 After the walk, we’ll **head together to Walhalla Brewery**, a small but historic independent brewery in Amsterdam Noord, where we’ll celebrate the end of the walk with a good craft beer. It’s a short ferry ride from Central Station and offers a cozy and authentic atmosphere with a great beer selection.
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✅ **Details:**
* **Distance:** approx. 7 km, easy pace
* **Duration:** 3 hours (plus drinks afterward)
* **Cost:** Free (you only pay for your own drinks)
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Join us to **discover Amsterdam’s modern side**, stroll along water-lined streets, admire cutting-edge architecture, and end the day with some of the best beers you can find in Europe!
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