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 Close to the RAI congress building |
Kromme Mijdrechtstraat 104 Amsterdam 1079 LD Netherlands +31 (0)20 661 0179 http://www.activefitnesscentre... active_gym@hotmail.com |
Active Fitness Centre is the only fitness-centre in the Rivierenbuurt quarter, close to the RAI Congress Center. Facilities: Weight and fitness training, cardio, total workout, aerobics, funk, BBB, steps, bodyshape, solarium, sauna and bar. Professional supervision, air conditioned work out rooms. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Playground, lake and woods... |
Amstelveenseweg Amsterdam 1083 EA Netherlands +31 (0)20 0900 9292 http://www.amsterdamsebos.nl |
Amsterdam's largest green areas are on the edge of town. The Amsterdamse Bos is easy to find, with boating lakes, an open-air theatre and large playground. While nature lovers may enjoy a beautiful walk through the woods, plane spotters can watch low-flying aircraft coming from Schiphol. The Amsterdamse Bos is also where you'll find the Bos Museum, which has maps of the park, including walking routes, and Geitenhouderij Ridammerhoeve, a goat farm with 120 goats and loads of adorable kids. It also sells bio-dynamic goat's milk, cheeses and ice-cream, and has a small recreation area and sandpit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Indoor fitness near Vondelpark |
Zocherstraat 42 Amsterdam 1054 LZ Netherlands +31 (0)20 683 4436 http://www.brightsidefitness.nl/ |
Brightside Fitness is located right behind the Overtoom in the western part of Amsterdam, near the famous Vondelpark. Facilities: Weight and fitness training, cardio, aerobics, steps, bodyshape, solarium, massage, steam bath, sauna and physiotherapy. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Pedal-Powered Paddle Boats |
Weteringschans 26-1 hg Amsterdam 1017 SG Netherlands +31 (0)20 626 5574 / +31 (0)20 623 9886 http://www.canal.nl info@canal.nl |
While in Amsterdam, take this magnificent opportunity to view the city from a different angle. Tour its myriad canals, lively atmosphere and lovely canal-side houses, all from the comfort of a four-seater paddle boat powered by your own pedaling. Cruise under the city's various bridges and soak in the splendors of daily life. Canal biking allows you to develop your own route through town and sightsee at your own pace. See website for more info. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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International children's film fest |
Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 12 Amsterdam 1017 RC Netherlands +31 (0)20 531 7890 http://www.cinekid.nl/ info@cinekid.nl |
This festival showcases children's documentaries, feature films, television and new media from around the world. A jury awards prizes in four categories: films for children, films for young people, Dutch television, and Dutch new media. Apart from the sheer entertainment factor, the festival also includes academic discussions and seminars on such topics as animation and screenwriting for children. Screenings are held at the Leidseplein and in the Path City complex. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Horse Riding South of Amsterdam |
Vondelstraat 140 Amsterdam 1054 GT Netherlands +31 (0)20 618 0942 http://www.manegegids.nl |
Horse riding in the Hollandsche Manège (Dutch horse riding school) is a pleasant leisure activity for a free Wednesday afternoon or Saturday morning. Besides horse riding, you can enjoy a cup of coffee and a newspaper in the marvelous café, which is decorated with gold and garlands. Hollandsche Manège was built in 1882 and follows the design of the Spanish Riding School in Vienna. A stately, semicircular entrance leads you to the riding area, where you can smell the horses; there are always girls busy with saddles, brushes, water and food for them. You can only ride inside here; if you prefer riding outside, you should go to Amsterdamse Bos. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historical riding school |
Vondelstraat 140 Amsterdam 1054 GT Netherlands +31 (0)20 618 0942 http://www.dehollandschemanege... info@dehollandschemanege.nl |
Inspired by a Spanish riding school in Vienna, architect A.L. Gendt built these Dutch stables in the late 19th century. Nowadays you can walk right on in and enjoy a coffee or beer at the upstairs café while watching the riding school below. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Both indoor and open-air |
De Mirandalaan 9 Amsterdam 1079 PA Netherlands +31 (0)20 642 8080 http://www.mirandabad.nl/ |
De Mirandabad is located near the RAI Congress building, in the city quarter Rivierenbuurt. The pool is equipped with a wave machine and a large slide and is very popular among youngsters. During summertime the outdoor pool offers lots of opportunities to take a sun bath. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 On Prinsengracht |
Prinsengracht 756 Amsterdam 1017 LD Netherlands +31 20 422 0380 http://www.xs4all.nl/~deduif/ deduif@xs4all.nl |
In 1798 the first Catholic church De Duif (The Dove) was built on the Prinsengracht. In 1856 the architect Theo Molkenboer designed a completely new building. This came into use as a pseudo-basilica cross church, built on the remains of the first Duif. Check the website for details on events Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A classic electric tram |
Amstelveenseweg 264 Amsterdam 1075 XV Netherlands +31 (0)20 673 7538 http://www.museumtramlijn.org/ info@museumtramlijn.org |
The tramway museum gives visitors the chance to relive the past by offering actual rides in vintage trams rather than just displaying them. Visitors can really appreciate what it was like to ride in these trams during summer months, letting the fresh air in through open windows and doors. The trams run along a former railway track by the Amsterdam Forest, the largest recreational area in Amsterdam. Several attractions in the forest can easily be reached on foot from the tram stops. There are trams from cities all over Europe: Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Vienna, Kassel, Berlin and Prague. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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City Center Green |
vondelpark Amsterdam 1054 ET Netherlands +31 20 523 7790 |
This large, green oasis was created in the second half of the 19th century, and named after the poet Joost van den Vondel (1587-1679), a statue of whom was unveiled here in 1867. Today Vondelpark, one of the most-visited spots in the city, is a restful haven for citizens away from the city's chaos. Come here for inline skating, let your children play in the large playground or have a cup of coffee on one of the four terraces. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Come and indulge in Miffy |
Beethovenstraat 71 Amsterdam 1077 HP Netherlands +31 (0)20 671 9707 http://www.dewinkelvannijntje.nl winkel@dewinkelvannijntje.nl |
Who doesn't know Miffy, that sweet little rabbit by Dutch artist Dick Bruna (1927). In this nice shop, you can find all kinds of things related to Miffy (and her friends). Miffy is probably one of the most famous 'book heroes' in The Netherlands and her adventures are read to children by parents and at playschools. All the famous books by Dick Bruna with the colourful, simple little drawings of Miffy can also be bought in this shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Buy new sneakers first at the nearby Albert Cuyp market |
van der Helststraat 2 2e Amsterdam 1072 PC Netherlands +31 (0)20 672 1140 http://www.yourfuture.nl/ yourfuture@yourfuture.nl |
Your Future Fitness Center is located close to the city centre in the old quarter De Pijp. After your workout in the gym you could run some laps in the nearby Sarphatipark, or buy new sneakers on the Albert Cuyp market. Facilities: Fitness, cardio, aerobics, burning and crazy steps, bodyshape, aerofitness, combi shape and weight training. Solarium, sauna and bar. Physiotherapists are present, all work out areas are equipped with air conditioning. Review © 2007, Wcities |