Map of the river Amstel from c. 1575. The Amstel was formed around 1050 BC when a freshwater river cut into a tidal channel of the IJ which are now Damrak and Rokin. [11]

The Amstel is a river in the province of North Holland in the Netherlands. It flows from the Aarkanaal and Drecht in Nieuwveen northwards, passing Uithoorn, Amstelveen, and Ouderkerk aan de Amstel, to the IJ in Amsterdam, to which the river gives its name.

De Amstel is een gekanaliseerde rivier in het zuiden van Noord-Holland, voor een deel op de grens van Noord-Holland met Zuid-Holland en Utrecht. Het gebied langs de rivier wordt aangeduid als Amstelland. Amsterdam heeft zijn naam te danken aan de Amstel.

Feb 9, 2017 · The river Amstel flows into Amsterdam's iconic canal ring and helped shape the city. Discover its fascinating history with our guide.

Oct 1, 2024 · This guide has everything you need to relax by the riverside, explore Amsterdam’s iconic waterways, or discover hidden gems along the Amstel. On this unforgettable hike along the Amstel River, you can enjoy the perfect blend of nature, history, and city views!

De Amstel is een rivier die vanuit het zuiden Amsterdam instroomt. Bekijk de geschiedenis van de rivier. En waar u kunt varen en fietsen op of rond de Amstel.

The Amstel is a major tributary of the Rhine that runs south to north through Amsterdam. It forms part of the main route connecting Amsterdam with the North Sea, joining up with Bullewijk and Weespertrekvaart before entering Amsterdam’s city centre.

This route takes you on a beautiful 3 hour tour on the Amstel river and some of the finest Amsterdam canals within the World Heritage Area.

Discover the River Amstel. The Amstel is more than just a river flowing through Amsterdam – it is an iconic part of the city itself. From its historical significance to the beautiful sights along its banks, the Amstel offers visitors a unique way to experience Amsterdam.

Amstel is the river running through Amsterdam; The river used to flow into the IJ bay, Amsterdam's waterfront, but now ends at Muntplein, in the center of the city; A fishing village was established at the Amstel's mouth in the 12th century; In 1222 a dam, Amsterdam, was built and the village turned from fishing to trade