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Originally, the bridge was nameless, but informally referred to as the “Raambrug” due to its proximity to Raamsteeg. Additionally, it was also known as the “Appelmarktbrug” or “Appelmarktsluis,” due to the nearby apple market that was once held in the vicinity.
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Joes Kloppenburgbrug - Bridge 5 | Amsterdam
Joes Kloppenburgbrug was originally nameless but was unofficially called the “Raambrug” after the Raamsteeg, but also called “Appelmarktbrug” or “Appelmarktsluis” after the apple market that used to be kept nearby.
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July 1, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Originally, the bridge was nameless, but informally referred to as the “Raambrug” due to its proximity to Raamsteeg. Additionally, it was also known as the “Appelmarktbrug” or “Appelmarktsluis,” due to the nearby apple market that was once held in the vicinity.
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The iron bridge has wooden slats as a road surface, which gives the bridge the nickname Latjesbrug. This relatively new bridge is quite large and looks far too wide for the area and there is a reason for that which we will cover in the post about its history.
Latjesbrug - Bridge 50 | Amsterdam
Latjesbrug (Slatted bridge number 50) Brug nummer vijftig is not along the Keizersgracht. It’s not even in the same neighbourhood. Located between the botanical gardens and the maritime museum along…
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June 21, 2025 at 5:03 PM
The iron bridge has wooden slats as a road surface, which gives the bridge the nickname Latjesbrug. This relatively new bridge is quite large and looks far too wide for the area and there is a reason for that which we will cover in the post about its history.
Ordinarily if a bridge is removed then the number is reassigned when there is a new bridge but so far I haven’t found any information on the location of the old bridge 7 which presumably should have been on the Singel between Bridge 6 and Bridge 8
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Brug Zeven - Bridge 7 | Amsterdam
Bridge 7 for some reason is in Amsterdam Oud-West forming the connection between Bilderdijkstraat and Frederik Hendrikstraat over the Hugo de Grootgracht.
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June 17, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Ordinarily if a bridge is removed then the number is reassigned when there is a new bridge but so far I haven’t found any information on the location of the old bridge 7 which presumably should have been on the Singel between Bridge 6 and Bridge 8
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Unlike previous bridges over the Keizersgracht, this bridge has not been returned to its “old” appearance and has all the characteristics of the bridges that were laid down around 1893. The bridge number can be read above the widening of the middle bridge pier.
Noordsche Compagniebrug - Bridge 54 | Amsterdam
Noordsche Compagniebrug (Northern Company Bridge number 54) AKA Noordschebrug. Spanning Keizersgracht #bridge54 connects Herenstraat with Prinsenstraat. The bridge has been a municipal monument since…
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June 15, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Unlike previous bridges over the Keizersgracht, this bridge has not been returned to its “old” appearance and has all the characteristics of the bridges that were laid down around 1893. The bridge number can be read above the widening of the middle bridge pier.
The bridge is located in the southern quay of the Brouwersgracht and spans the Prinsengracht.
Lekkeresluis - Bridge 59 | Amsterdam
Lekkeresluis (Bridge 59 Tasty Lock) #brug59 The Lekkeresluis is named after bakers who advertised and sold their food on the bridge. Some (though not many) locals refer to it as Papeneilandbrug…
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June 14, 2025 at 9:01 PM
The bridge is located in the southern quay of the Brouwersgracht and spans the Prinsengracht.
The bridge is part of a set of three bridges (bridge 8, bridge 22 and bridge 106) in the traffic route to and from Amsterdam-West via Rozengracht. All three have the same appearance, which can be seen in the decorative ironwork for the balustrades.
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Brug Acht - Bridge 8 | Amsterdam
Bridge number 8 (Brug Acht) is a now unnamed bridge although it was previously know as Huiszittenbrug and is a National monument (Rijksmonument)
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June 12, 2025 at 5:06 PM
The bridge is part of a set of three bridges (bridge 8, bridge 22 and bridge 106) in the traffic route to and from Amsterdam-West via Rozengracht. All three have the same appearance, which can be seen in the decorative ironwork for the balustrades.
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The bridge connects Hartenstraat and Reestraat and spans Keizersgracht. It like the previous two bridges is in the boutique shopping area of the #NineStreets in the historic Amsterdam central canal belt.
Kees Fensbrug - Bridge 49 | Amsterdam
Kees Fensbrug (The Kees Fens bridge number 49) Brug nummer negenenveertig was officially named in 2009 after literary critic Kees Fens who overlooked the bridge from his home.
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June 8, 2025 at 5:02 PM
The bridge connects Hartenstraat and Reestraat and spans Keizersgracht. It like the previous two bridges is in the boutique shopping area of the #NineStreets in the historic Amsterdam central canal belt.
Named after the neighbouring Krijtberg or Sint Franciscus Xavieruskerk on the Singel. The church dates from 1883 and took the place of the former secret church in the Crijtberg house, which served the Jesuits.
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Krijtbergbrug – Bridge 3 | Amsterdam (Krijtbergsluis)
Named after the neighbouring Krijtberg or Sint Franciscus Xavieruskerk on the Singel. The church dates from 1883 and took the place of the former secret church in the Crijtberg house, which served the Jesuits.
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June 3, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Named after the neighbouring Krijtberg or Sint Franciscus Xavieruskerk on the Singel. The church dates from 1883 and took the place of the former secret church in the Crijtberg house, which served the Jesuits.
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Unlike elsewhere in the city, there is a former lock just a stone’s throw away , also called the Leliesluis (Lely Sluys). The contours of that lock are still visible in the Leliegracht.
Leliesluis / Bridge 61 information and history
Unlike elsewhere in the city, there is a former lock just a stone’s throw away , also called the Leliesluis (Lely Sluys). The contours of that lock are still visible in the Leliegracht.
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June 2, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Unlike elsewhere in the city, there is a former lock just a stone’s throw away , also called the Leliesluis (Lely Sluys). The contours of that lock are still visible in the Leliegracht.
This bridge is normally busy with tourists throughout the year as you have a good view of three national monuments the Anne Frank House, the Westerkerk and the Gunters & Meusers building.
Leliesluis - Bridge 61 | Amsterdam
The bridge is named after the Leliegracht, which in turn is named after the Oude Leliestraat , which in turn is named after the house “In de Witte Lelye” on the Singel.
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June 2, 2025 at 4:07 PM
This bridge is normally busy with tourists throughout the year as you have a good view of three national monuments the Anne Frank House, the Westerkerk and the Gunters & Meusers building.
Spijkenisse, NL is the location of this amazing set of bridges designed by Dutch artist Robin Stam. A decade after the Euro notes began circulating around Europe he started toying with the idea of turning these infrastructre fictions into physical realities.
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De Bruggen van Europa | The Bridges of Europe
Amsterdam has hundreds of historic bridges but Spijkenisse just outside Rotterdam has a unique set of bridges worth a day trip! De Bruggen van Europa | Bridges of Europe
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May 29, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Spijkenisse, NL is the location of this amazing set of bridges designed by Dutch artist Robin Stam. A decade after the Euro notes began circulating around Europe he started toying with the idea of turning these infrastructre fictions into physical realities.
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It is not clear where the name Pastoorsbrug comes from although it is suspected that it may have to do with a nearby hidden church at number 22 from around 1663 and its replacement the Sint Ignatiuskerk (also called De Zaaier) from around 1837.
Pastoorsbrug - Bridge 55 | Amsterdam
Pastoorsbrug (The Pastor’s Bridge number 55) Located in the southern quay of the Brouwersgracht spanning the Keizersgracht. It is therefore the northernmost bridge over Keizersgracht since it does…
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May 29, 2025 at 5:04 PM
It is not clear where the name Pastoorsbrug comes from although it is suspected that it may have to do with a nearby hidden church at number 22 from around 1663 and its replacement the Sint Ignatiuskerk (also called De Zaaier) from around 1837.
The Nesciobrug gracefully stretches over the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal, forming a vital link between Amsterdam and Diemen, while providing a direct pathway to IJburg through the Diemerzeedijk and the Diemerpark.
The Nescio Bridge | Amsterdam Bridge 2013
Designated as bridge number 2013 in Amsterdam’s numbering system, is a remarkable feat of engineering named in honour of the renowned Dutch writer, Nescio. This elegant curved bridge features a hang…
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May 24, 2025 at 2:49 PM
The Nesciobrug gracefully stretches over the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal, forming a vital link between Amsterdam and Diemen, while providing a direct pathway to IJburg through the Diemerzeedijk and the Diemerpark.
The bridge spans the Singel and forms the connection between the Heisteeg (towards the center) and Wijde Heisteeg (towards the west). bridges.cramberts.com/2022/02...
Heibrug - Bridge 4 | Amsterdam
Bridge number 4 (Brug Vier) Heibrug. Another standard fixed bridge in the centre of Amsterdam.
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May 21, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The bridge spans the Singel and forms the connection between the Heisteeg (towards the center) and Wijde Heisteeg (towards the west). bridges.cramberts.com/2022/02...
This architecturally impressive bridge was skilfully designed by architect Ton Venhoeven and holds a meaningful namesake, honouring the memory of the esteemed politician Jan Schaefer (1940-1994).
Jan Schaefer Bridge - Amsterdam bridge number: 2000
Jan Schaefer Bridge is another of Amsterdam’s newer bridges. It passes through the middle of Pakhuis De Zwijgerand spans the 200 metre-wide IJ Harbour.
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May 18, 2025 at 5:01 PM
This architecturally impressive bridge was skilfully designed by architect Ton Venhoeven and holds a meaningful namesake, honouring the memory of the esteemed politician Jan Schaefer (1940-1994).
The Magere Brug’s architectural elegance showcases quintessential Dutch elements that have charmed visitors for generations. Its white-painted wooden railings, ornamental details, and arched design pay homage to traditional Dutch aesthetics.
Exploring the Enchanting Elegance of Amsterdam’s Magere Brug - Bridge 242
Discover the romantic allure and rich history of the Magere Brug, Amsterdam’s iconic Skinny Bridge that graces the Amstel River. From its legendary tales of eternal happiness to its twinkling lights…
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May 16, 2025 at 6:01 PM
The Magere Brug’s architectural elegance showcases quintessential Dutch elements that have charmed visitors for generations. Its white-painted wooden railings, ornamental details, and arched design pay homage to traditional Dutch aesthetics.
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Wooden and Metal Drawbridges in Amsterdam
The first bridges in Amsterdam were all made of wood. Amsterdam has a number of drawbridges made of wood. The most famous example of this is the Magere Brug (aka the skinny bridge) over the Amstel. Very close by is a copy of that famous bridge, the the…
The first bridges in Amsterdam were all made of wood. Amsterdam has a number of drawbridges made of wood. The most famous example of this is the Magere Brug (aka the skinny bridge) over the Amstel. Very close by is a copy of that famous bridge, the the…
Wooden and Metal Drawbridges in Amsterdam
The first bridges in Amsterdam were all made of wood. Amsterdam has a number of drawbridges made of wood. The most famous example of this is the Magere Brug (aka the skinny bridge) over the Amstel. Very close by is a copy of that famous bridge, the the Walter Süskindbrug (237) is a bridge over the Nieuwe Herengracht at the Amstel.
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March 20, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Wooden and Metal Drawbridges in Amsterdam
The first bridges in Amsterdam were all made of wood. Amsterdam has a number of drawbridges made of wood. The most famous example of this is the Magere Brug (aka the skinny bridge) over the Amstel. Very close by is a copy of that famous bridge, the the…
The first bridges in Amsterdam were all made of wood. Amsterdam has a number of drawbridges made of wood. The most famous example of this is the Magere Brug (aka the skinny bridge) over the Amstel. Very close by is a copy of that famous bridge, the the…
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The bridge was named in January 2021 after D66 founder Hans van Mierlo who lived nearby and walked across this bridge to his pub.
Hans van Mierlobrug - Bridge 18 | Amsterdam
Our first bridge spanning Herengracht the Van Mierlobrug (brug 18). Just like bridge 10 & bridge 11 this bridge forms a whole with next bridge 19 which is on the eastern quay of Herengracht and…
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May 4, 2025 at 6:02 PM
The bridge was named in January 2021 after D66 founder Hans van Mierlo who lived nearby and walked across this bridge to his pub.
The bridge was named in January 2021 after D66 founder Hans van Mierlo who lived nearby and walked across this bridge to his pub.
Hans van Mierlobrug - Bridge 18 | Amsterdam
Our first bridge spanning Herengracht the Van Mierlobrug (brug 18). Just like bridge 10 & bridge 11 this bridge forms a whole with next bridge 19 which is on the eastern quay of Herengracht and…
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May 4, 2025 at 6:02 PM
The bridge was named in January 2021 after D66 founder Hans van Mierlo who lived nearby and walked across this bridge to his pub.
West Indian house bridge is surrounded by municipal and national monuments including the West Indies house which is a municipal monument since 1995, after which this bridge is named.
West-Indische huisbrug – Bridge 17 | Amsterdam
In April 2016, the bridge was in the Amsterdam news as the municipality decided at the time that bridges that only had an unofficial name in addition to their number, would lose that name.
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April 27, 2025 at 4:04 PM
West Indian house bridge is surrounded by municipal and national monuments including the West Indies house which is a municipal monument since 1995, after which this bridge is named.
Melkmeisjesbrug (Milk maids bridge)
Bridge number 16 (Brug Zestien) is our first pedestrian bridge! Exciting. Yeah okay just me then.
Bridge number 16 (Brug Zestien) is our first pedestrian bridge! Exciting. Yeah okay just me then.
Melkmeisjesbrug – Bridge 16 | Amsterdam
This marks a turning point, quite literally, as this bridge is off the Singel and we are now at the eastern quay of Herengracht as this bridge spans Brouwersgracht.
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April 20, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Melkmeisjesbrug (Milk maids bridge)
Bridge number 16 (Brug Zestien) is our first pedestrian bridge! Exciting. Yeah okay just me then.
Bridge number 16 (Brug Zestien) is our first pedestrian bridge! Exciting. Yeah okay just me then.
🌉 In 750 years our city has built almost 2000 💪 bridges, beautiful, cool, and very special. Which one is your favourite?
Maybe the Skinny Bridge, a bridge named after a hero, or one in your neighbourhood you walk across every day. Let us know in the comments ⤵️
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Maybe the Skinny Bridge, a bridge named after a hero, or one in your neighbourhood you walk across every day. Let us know in the comments ⤵️
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April 14, 2025 at 9:08 PM
🌉 In 750 years our city has built almost 2000 💪 bridges, beautiful, cool, and very special. Which one is your favourite?
Maybe the Skinny Bridge, a bridge named after a hero, or one in your neighbourhood you walk across every day. Let us know in the comments ⤵️
Credit: Amsterdam750 on Instagram
Maybe the Skinny Bridge, a bridge named after a hero, or one in your neighbourhood you walk across every day. Let us know in the comments ⤵️
Credit: Amsterdam750 on Instagram
The modern history of the bridge 15 starts in 1879. Then the municipality of Amsterdam ordered the replacement of the movable bridge with a fixed one.
Brug vijftien - Bridge 15 | Amsterdam
Bridge 15 is unnamed and located in the western quay of the Singel where it spans the Brouwersgracht. It is located across the narrowest part of that canal and is barely 10 meters wide it’s around…
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April 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
The modern history of the bridge 15 starts in 1879. Then the municipality of Amsterdam ordered the replacement of the movable bridge with a fixed one.
Haarlemmersluis – Bridge 14 | Amsterdam
During the refreshment of the canal water at night, the Haarlemmersluis or the Eenhoornsluis are closed; however, they are never closed at the same time. #amsterdam
During the refreshment of the canal water at night, the Haarlemmersluis or the Eenhoornsluis are closed; however, they are never closed at the same time. #amsterdam
Haarlemmersluis – Bridge 14 | Amsterdam
By now you don’t need me to tell you then that this is a lock not a bridge. Sluis vs Brug. The Haarlemmersluis is also called the Nieuwe Haarlemmersluis to distinguish it from the Oude Haarlemmersluis, which was in the Martelaarsgracht before it was filled in in 1882.
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April 6, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Haarlemmersluis – Bridge 14 | Amsterdam
During the refreshment of the canal water at night, the Haarlemmersluis or the Eenhoornsluis are closed; however, they are never closed at the same time. #amsterdam
During the refreshment of the canal water at night, the Haarlemmersluis or the Eenhoornsluis are closed; however, they are never closed at the same time. #amsterdam
Bridge 13 | Amsterdam. Unnamed. Yeah it’s not where I expected if you have been following along the Singel, with the exception of Bridge 7 all the other bridges have been neatly ordered along the canal.
Bridge 13 | Amsterdam
Brug 13 Unnamed. Yeah it’s not where I expected if you have been following along the Singel, with the exception of Bridge 7 all the other bridges have been neatly ordered along the canal.
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March 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Bridge 13 | Amsterdam. Unnamed. Yeah it’s not where I expected if you have been following along the Singel, with the exception of Bridge 7 all the other bridges have been neatly ordered along the canal.