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Aerial photo of Weesperzijde Stadsstrand
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Weesperzijde Stadsstrand

Unofficial swim spot in Amsterdam, Noord-HollandUnofficial spot

Water quality

No datanot monitored

This is a well-known swim spot, but not an officially designated bathing location: water quality is not tested by zwemwater.nl and there is no supervision. Swim at your own risk.

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Access & hours

Small city 'beach' on the east bank of the Amstel between the Ruyschstraat and the Berlagebrug, hugely popular on hot days. Not an official swimming location: the Amstel is active boating water and quality is not monitored. Stay close to the bank and watch for boat traffic. Cafés along the Weesperzijde.

Facilities

Restrooms
No
Food & drinks
Yes
Parking
No
Lifeguard
No
Boat ramp
No
Lounging area
Yes
Nude recreation
No
Dogs allowed
Unknown

Location

Water type
River or canal
Province
Noord-Holland
Municipality
Amsterdam
Coordinates
52.3500, 4.9103

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Water quality: zwemwater.nl (monthly official measures) · Water temperature: Rijkswaterstaat, nearest measuring station · Weather: Open-Meteo. Always check on-site signage before swimming.