Amsterdam News in English
Daily Amsterdam news translated from Dutch local newspapers into English for expats, international students, and digital nomads.
Car drives off bridge into water, driver hospitalized
A driver was hospitalized after crashing through a bridge railing on the N200 near Halfweg and landing in the water around 4:00 AM. The driver managed to escape the vehicle and swim to shore, where a ...
No injuries in major fire involving five cars next to Uithoorn apartment building
Five parked cars were destroyed in a fire near an apartment building in Uithoorn early Sunday morning. No injuries were reported, and emergency services confirmed that residents were not in danger dur...
First Dates bartender Jeremy Zijlstra’s (46) Amsterdam: ‘There is always something new to discover’
Jeremy Zijlstra, a 46-year-old bartender known for the television show *First Dates*, shares his favorite locations and personal history across various neighborhoods in his hometown of Amsterdam. He h...
At Franzen, Mara Grimm deeply regrets not ordering the côte de boeuf (8)
Chef Jesse Franzen has opened a new "casual chic" restaurant called Franzen in Amsterdam’s Oud-Zuid neighborhood, specializing in classic French cuisine and high-quality grilled meats. Reviewer Mara...
This trash can – designed for deposit hunters – aims to keep the streets clean
The Amsterdam municipality is testing a new waste bin design featuring magnetic, self-closing doors to allow "deposit hunters" to easily search for recyclable bottles without damaging the containers. ...
Schiphol expects more travelers, pre-pandemic numbers in sight
Schiphol Airport expects passenger numbers to continue growing this year, nearing levels seen before the pandemic. The airport projects that between 68 million and 72 million travelers will pass throu...
Alderman postpones final decision on cruise ships: Bridges come first
Amsterdam Alderman Hester van Buren has postponed a final decision on banning sea cruises from the city, prioritizing the construction of bridges over the IJ over the current location of the Passenger...
Criticism of fat bike ban plans: Certain group of young people being sidelined
Amsterdam city council members from the GroenLinks and PvdA parties have criticized a proposed ban on fatbikes in crowded areas like the Vondelpark, citing concerns over the potential stigmatization o...
A coffee with Chris de Ploeg (De Vonk): 'Amsterdam is becoming unaffordable for more and more people'
Chris de Ploeg, the lead candidate for the political party De Vonk, outlined his party's platform for the Amsterdam municipal elections, focusing on making the city more affordable for low-income resi...
Politics on the Amstel: Campaign derails during AT5 recordings and Halsema makes podcast debut
In the latest episode of the "Politiek aan de Amstel" podcast, journalists from AT5, Het Parool, and De Telegraaf discuss the effectiveness of boycotting the Forum voor Democratie party and the closur...
After a century, Gudde family quits herring trade: 'Rejected six times for a larger stall'
After four generations and nearly a century in the trade, the Gudde family is closing their Amsterdam herring stall as 69-year-old Lucien Gudde retires. The business will not be passed down to his son...
Snoop Dogg to perform at the Melkweg in two weeks
American rapper Snoop Dogg will perform an intimate concert at the Melkweg in Amsterdam on February 26th, returning to the 1,250-capacity venue for the first time in 14 years. The artist is currently ...
A walk past 10 iconic Ajax locations in Amsterdam
This article outlines a walking tour of iconic locations in Amsterdam that have played a central role in the history of the football club AFC Ajax. It highlights significant sites such as Café Oost-I...
Hendrik Groen steps out of anonymity and writes Book Week gift
Author Peter de Smet, known by the pseudonym Hendrik Groen, has stepped out of anonymity to write the gift book *Piaggio* for the 91st Boekenweek, taking place from March 11 to 22. Journalist Doortje ...
Officials: Ending sea cruises could jeopardize funding for bridge over the IJ
Amsterdam officials have warned that banning sea cruises by 2035 and canceling a new terminal could jeopardize state funding for major projects, including bridges over the IJ and new housing developme...
Sommelier of the year works at restaurant Flore: ‘It doesn’t matter what I like’
Antonello Nicastri, head sommelier at Amsterdam's two-star restaurant Flore, was named Sommelier of the Year at the Gault & Millau 2026 awards. He was recognized for his innovative approach to beverag...
A coffee with Ruud Thonhauser (BBB): "Bringing common sense to Amsterdam"
Ruud Thonhauser is representing the BBB party in its bid for the Amsterdam City Council, aiming to introduce "down-to-earth common sense" to the municipal government. Drawing on his local upbringing, ...
De Olyphant cooks according to Italian principles – the chef comes from Zoldering
De Olyphant is a new bistro in Amsterdam’s Weesperzijde neighborhood, opened by the team behind Pizza Project and featuring chef Maarten van Westrop from the Michelin-starred Zoldering. The restaura...
Two boys (11 and 14) and girl (12) arrested for assault and threats with imitation firearm
Three minors aged 11, 12, and 14 were arrested in Uithoorn for allegedly assaulting a girl and threatening her with an imitation firearm following a long-standing conflict. The suspects reportedly for...
Elsbeth Etty writes book on February Strike: How is it possible they dared
Journalist Elsbeth Etty has released a new book titled "We moeten iets dóén!" which explores the motivations of participants in Amsterdam's 1941 February strike against Nazi persecution. Through res...
Erwin Olaf exhibition at Stedelijk Museum extended
The Stedelijk Museum has extended the "Erwin Olaf - Freedom" retrospective by five weeks until April 6 due to high public demand. The exhibition showcases the career of the late Dutch photographer and...
De Kleine Bes in East has a large sunny terrace – and therefore a deep fryer
The owners of the Amsterdam café R. de Rosa have opened a second location called De Kleine Bes, a colorful neighborhood café situated on the Mauritskade in Amsterdam-Oost. Partially funded through c...
Zohran Mamdani would undoubtedly love New Draver (8-)
Inspired by the culinary preferences of New York politician Zohran Mamdani, this review highlights New Draver, a traditional Surinamese restaurant and community hub in Amsterdam’s Oosterparkbuurt. T...
Margreet Dolman’s Amsterdam: ‘I’m looking forward to the first beer on the terrace at Van Zuylen’
Margreet Dolman shares her favorite locations and personal history in Amsterdam, highlighting iconic spots like the Betty Asfalt Complex theater and the Concertgebouw. She expresses a deep connection ...
Two injured in car-bus collision near Schiphol: intersection temporarily closed
A car driver was seriously injured and a bus passenger sustained minor injuries following a collision between their vehicles near Schiphol Airport on Tuesday afternoon. Emergency services responded to...
A9 finally open again after accident
The A9 highway towards Amstelveen has reopened following a closure caused by a morning collision between a truck and a car. One driver was hospitalized with injuries, and the road remained shut until ...
Amsterdam to get monument for guest workers: "People who helped build the city"
Amsterdam is planning to build a monument to honor guest workers for their historical contributions to the city, following strong support from the Moroccan and Turkish communities. The project has a b...
New halls and an underground entrance: this is the plan for the new Paradiso
The iconic Amsterdam music venue Paradiso has unveiled a €93 million renovation plan featuring two new halls, an underground entrance, and a sound wall to address long-standing noise complaints. The...
Young people explore how propaganda works in Holocaust Museum performance
A group of young people is preparing a performance titled *Virus of the Mind* at the National Holocaust Museum to investigate how propaganda and dehumanization lead to the exclusion of social groups. ...
The 7 best doner kebab sandwiches in Amsterdam
This article highlights several top-rated döner kebab establishments across Amsterdam, featuring well-known spots such as Beste Döner, Ibo’s, and Erol Döner. These locations are recognized for th...