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Get ready to be surprised by
trendy Amsterdam-Noord!
Experience by bike
your future neighborhood!
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Hop on and ride along: a route through ‘up-and-coming’ neighborhoods and cultural hotspots you have to see. During this bike tour you’ll experience the promise of Amsterdam-Noord in its purest form: innovative, creative and always evolving. We’ll cycle past new residential developments along the IJ and explore the coolest hotspots in dynamic Noord.
Our route begins at Buiksloterdijkpark, heading towards Klaprozenweg. We’ll turn right and cross Zijkanaal I, passing the charming, sometimes quirky houseboats at the houseboat harbor, which offer a unique view along the waterfront.
We continue the route to the iconic NDSM Wharf: a creative hotspot full of industrial charm. The former shipyard has been transformed into a vibrant neighborhood with art, culture and dining options.
Here you’ll find:
- PLlek – A cozy eatery with views of the IJ, perfect for a relaxed lunch or drink.
- MACA Moving Arts Centre – A dynamic art center with fascinating exhibitions and events.
- IJver en Next – Two trendy food spots you can't miss.
- De IJ Kantine – A must-visit for a delicious lunch with a view over the water.
- De NDSM-pier met het oude Veronica-schip –A piece of history in a stunning location.
After a short break, we continue cycling along the waterfront, towards Buiksloterham. At Ridderspoorweg, we turn right. Over the water of the Johan van Hasseltkanaal, we arrive at the new neighborhood between Distelweg and Tolhuiskanaal, where both collective and private initiatives are shaping the modern Amsterdam-Noord. From sustainable housing projects to the latest architectural wonders: everything here exudes innovation and creativity. The Nxt Museum and several cozy eateries make this area a vibrant spot. And enjoy a stunning view of Amsterdam at the ferry terminal!
We hop back on our bikes and head towards Overhoeks, just a stone’s throw from the city center and right across from Amsterdam Central Station. Here, you’ll find cultural and innovation icons, such as:
- Eye Filmmuseum – An architectural masterpiece with a spectacular view of the IJ and a diverse film program.
- A'DAM Toren – Offering a fantastic view of Amsterdam from the top.
- Tolhuistuin – A cultural hotspot with a cozy café.
- This is Holland – A unique experience that lets you see the highlights of the Netherlands from the sky.
After a pit stop we continue, passing the sluice and cycling along the Sixhaven to Herberg Het Mandelahuisje, a charming spot offering yet another stunning view of Amsterdam. We then head back a bit before continuing to the ‘revamped’ Van der Pekbuurt, one of the oldest and most distinctive neighborhoods in Amsterdam-Noord. This area has undergone an impressive transformation in recent years, blending old and new developments. Just a bit further, you’ll find Café de Ceuvel, a super trendy harbor café with art – the perfect spot to enjoy eco-friendly burgers and croquettes.
We continue along Papaverweg, then turn left and cycle past SchoonSchip, a floating residential area in the Johan van Hasseltkanaal. This eco- and socially-sustainableneighborhood, where 46 households have been living on 30 houseboats since early 2020, is the most sustainable floating neighborhood in Europe.
We head back to Ridderspoorweg, take a right turn and then turn left at the intersection onto Monnikskapstraat, next to the Papaverplantsoen. Here, we cycle past more beautiful homes, built by commission of the residents. We cross Klaprozenweg again via Maagdenpalmstraat. Our cycling tour ends back at the starting point: Polly.
