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- German
- German
- Portuguese
- English
- Italian
- French
- Dutch
- Spanish
Discover the 15th edition of the Amsterdam Light Festival from the water on a 75 minute canal cruise with an official partner of the festival.
Board in front of Amsterdam Central Station and start with a welcome snack and a optional warm drink: coffee, tea or hot chocolate. Additional drinks can be bought on board.
From Central Station, the boat sails into the route, starting with the Oosterdok, where the city skyline and the first light artworks reflect on the water. Continue through the green Plantage district, home to Artis Zoo and the Hortus Botanicus, before turning onto the Amstel river. Here you pass the illuminated Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug) and the H’ART Museum along the way.
Your local skipper guides the tour in German and shares stories about the artworks and the city. A free booklet on board explains the sights in 8 languages.
Depending on the weather, the cruise runs on a half open or covered boat.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The location is right in front of Amsterdam Central Station, directly in front of the tram stops by the water. You can recognize it by the dark green beach flag and staff wearing shirts. Please use Google Maps to find the correct location, not Apple Maps.
Itinerary
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Oosterdokseiland (Pass by)
Passing by Oosterdok you will see the first Illuminated works of art
Admission ticket free -
Plantage & the East (Pass by)
We follow the route throught the Plantage district
Admission ticket free -
The Amstel (Pass by)
Amstel river has not only the illuminated Skinny Brigde, but more works of art.
Admission ticket free -
Centraal Station (Pass by)
We fininish where we started, Amsterdam Central Station
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Departure point right in front of Central Station
- On cold days, please wear warm, clothes, as cruising on water can get cold
- On Rainy days, please wear suitable clothing
- On the day itself (depending on the weather conditions) we decide to cruise with an half open or covered boat (with some shelter for rain).
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Departure point right in front of Central Station
- On cold days, please wear warm, clothes, as cruising on water can get cold
- On Rainy days, please wear suitable clothing
- On the day itself (depending on the weather conditions) we decide to cruise with an half open or covered boat (with some shelter for rain).
- The route and duration (75 minutes) may vary each time depending on external factors.
- We only serve alcoholic drinks for travellers 18 years old and above (proof of ID can be asked for). Minor travellers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drink
- Our welcome snack may contain traces of nuts, and these traces might also be present on the boat itself (in case of severe nut allergies)
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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