THE CITY AND THE WATER
THE WATERY WORLD OF AMERSFOORT
In this city, where history meets contemporary comfort, water plays an indispensable role. From the picturesque canals winding through the old city center to the modern water artworks you encounter in surprising places, Amersfoort lives with and through water.
Whether you are a lover of relaxing walks along the waterfront, enjoy delving into the city's rich history or are just looking for refreshing activities for during those hot summer days; Amersfoort offers it all. Dive with us into the water world of our unique city.
WATER YOU UP TO? - Try one of these fun activities!
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WALK 'AMERSFOORT BY THE SEA' | GUILD AMERSFOORT
WALK 'AMERSFOORT BY THE SEA' | GUILD AMERSFOORT
23 november, 30 november
EXHIBITION | MUSEUM FLEHITE
The city and water | through Nov. 10, 2024.
Amersfoort and water have gone hand in hand for centuries. This summer, Museum Flehite takes you on a journey along this special relationship in the exhibition "The city and water. From the early days on the banks of the Eem to the challenges of drought and heavy rain caused by climate change. With a mix of old and new art, photographs and maps, the story of Amersfoort and water comes to life.
Water is essential, but it can also be a threat in our low country. This exhibition highlights all the facets of water in our lives. Get carried away by the water stories of Amersfoort and discover the many roles of water.
THE THREE RINGS COMES WITH WATER-THEMED BEER - Have you tasted Zuiver yet?
City brewery De Drie Ringen has brewed a beer especially for the exhibition "The City and the Water" at Museum Flehite. This product, called Zuiver, is entirely from Amersfoort and brewed at De Drie Ringen itself 🍺 The label features a dipstick; a nod to the new exhibition.
When are you going to see art at Museum Flehite and finish with drinks in style at De Drie Ringen?
ARRANGEMENT - Museum Flehite x Waterline Cruises
"The City And The Water" and "Focus On Water"
Fancy culture and boating? Museum Flehite and Waterlijn Rondvaarten have the perfect combo for you! Start your adventure with a guided tour through the exhibition "The city and the water" in Museum Flehite. Here you will discover how city and water have always been close friends. After the tour you will board the boat of the Waterlijn for the cruise "Focus on water". Be surprised by the stories you didn't know yet!
The combination starts every Friday starting July 19: guided tour of the museum starts at 11:00 a.m. and the following cruise at 12:00 p.m. Tickets can be scored online or at the Waterline store at Krommestraat 3.
Amersfoort water chart
See your own city with a view of the water. While previous Amersfoort route maps by FASadE focused mainly on architecture, the latest contribution from the forum for urban planning, architecture and landscape design is a Water Map. The Waterkaart Amersfoort takes you past places in and around the city where water plays an interesting role. It shows how the city and water are inseparable!
RESTAURANTS ON THE WATER
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THE SAFFRAAN
THE SAFFRAAN
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THE BOAT BITE & TAP
THE BOAT BITE & TAP
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OUT ON THE WATER YOURSELF!
Discover the unseen (water) side of Amersfoort! In April the boating season of the Waterline starts and you can choose from several routes.
