Amsterdamse Bos
Amsterdamse Bos
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Covering an area of almost 1000 hectares, the Amsterdamse Bos is one of the largest city parks in Europe. It contains 150 indigenous species of trees and over 200 species of birds. The park sits to the South of central Amsterdam and can easily be reached by bike, tram or metro from the city center.
Duration: More than 3 hours
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Joel
Amsterdam, The Netherlands586 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
I cycle here most days. It is stunning. It spans from Amstelveen to central Amsterdam. It has forest, it has gardens, it has streams and rivers to swim in, it has a theatre, it has a horse manger, it has a goat farm, it has a boating course, it has climbing activities, it has cafes. However, in spite of so many things going on, it remains the most peaceful and tranquil place I know. I leave each time refreshed and rejuvinated ready for the day. I truly love my visits to Amsterdamse Bos.
Written August 14, 2024
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Jay L
Vienna, VA50 contributions
Aug 2019
If the idea of cycling in Amsterdam terrifies you (and it probably should), come here. We had a lovely breakfast in the park and rented bikes for two adults five children with ease. From there we rode to a pool for wading, a lake for canoeing, a herd of highland cattle for viewing (at a safe distance) and a wonderful pancake house for -- what else? pancakes :-). On an extended visit to Amsterdam, it was a wonderful escape from the city for a day.
Written January 7, 2020
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The Netherlands402,279 contributions
Sept 2020 • Solo
Lovely to take a walk here, all 4 seasons of the year. Beautiful nature!. Recommended for all visitors to Amsterdam✌
Written September 9, 2020
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KodoDrummer
Buenos Aires, Argentina70,623 contributions
Sept 2018 • Friends
This is a large, 2,500-acres park with lots of trees, a large lake, ponds, streams, a rowing course, sporting clubs, gardens, what I’ll call a petting zoo or animal farm, the Amsterdamse Bos Theatre, recreational areas, various monuments, and more. People can relax her, and young kids can have a touching and feeding contact with goats. One can rent boats and bicycles to enjoy the park better. I guess it isn’t surprising, but many of the parents were only partially paying attention to their children and seemed to be paying greater attention to the person they were speaking to on the mobile phones. We thoroughly enjoyed a four-hour, relaxing stay in the park.
During the time of our visit, about 60% of the visitors were families with young children, 10% seemed to be on a romantic outing, 10% exercising or on a sporting outing, and the remaining 20% I would classify as being there for various other reasons.
During the time of our visit, about 60% of the visitors were families with young children, 10% seemed to be on a romantic outing, 10% exercising or on a sporting outing, and the remaining 20% I would classify as being there for various other reasons.
Written September 14, 2018
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avist80
Gorinchem, The Netherlands94 contributions
Jul 2011 • Couples
It's a really nice place to see after spending few days in Amsterdam - think it's a nice place to "escape" from Amsterdamm for the weekends. Basicly there's a lot of green and water - so simillar to place I was born.
It was a great fun - will come back there for sure.
It was a great fun - will come back there for sure.
Written June 23, 2012
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AmbassadorBas
Sydney, Australia758 contributions
Feb 2012 • Business
Part of a major project to employ Amsterdamets during the great Depression the Amsterdamse Bos was designed and built by thousands of men and kept a large part of the economy going. Nowadays it's a fantastic place to ride a bike around take a long walk and a possible picnic. You can get there by bike, car or public transport worth a relaxing few hours
Written March 10, 2012
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Cruise Into Paradise
Nassau, New Providence Island311 contributions
Apr 2015 • Couples
amsterdamsebos.nl website provide useful information for all visitors. We rented our bikes at the main entrance at €8 per bike for 2 hours. The air is fresh and crisp as you cycling around the smooth path in the park. There's many activities you can do in the park, picnic, fishing, soccer, frisbee, painting etc. There's cafe to fill your empty tummy and thirst. There's Forrest Fun, a top tree climbing adventure to keep the kids occupied. Alternatively, kids can play at the open air playground too.
Written April 8, 2015
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jngah
Atlanta, GA19 contributions
Jan 2012 • Couples
My darling wife prefers lazily strolling through big city shops while nursing a hot cup of coffee. Thus, first day on the local bikeways, after we'd made our way out of the city centre through Vondelpark and dodging rain showers at the Olympic Stadium, it came as no surprise that I found her rolling her eyes after a few minutes cycling through the vastness of Amsterdamse Bos. She is, however, the world's most dedicated dog lover and even on a brisk January day, there were all manner of shapes, sizes and breeds doing everything that dogs do. The occasional horse trotted by. The canine variety that morning was enough to bring a beaming smile to her face. And that's why I love Amsterdamse Bos.
Written February 18, 2012
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Haelen
Voorburg, The Netherlands389 contributions
Jul 2020
This park is between Amsterdam and the Airport. It is nice to cycle or walk around, but if you really like nature, it is beter to go to the dunes along the coast or the Veluwe.
Written November 17, 2020
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GreenFong
Massachusetts44 contributions
Dec 2019
I took some truffles and wandered around this place at night. Really trippy place! I remember there being sand, then a lake, then woodchip under my feet. It is an artificial forest so its beautiful but designed.
Written January 27, 2020
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hello! Is it cold here in November? Would it still be greenery in November? I am coming November 20th and am wondering if this will be worth while
Written September 29, 2019
Amsterdamse Bos
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Hi E.J.,
Great that you're visiting us in November! The Amsterdamse Bos is pretty all year round. Right now we are at the change of the season, some leafs on the trees are starting to change colour.
We have a great variety of trees in the Amsterdamse Bos. In November a lot of trees have already dropped their leafs, creating a beautiful tapestry of colours on the forest ground. But there are also a lot of trees that don't shed their leafs all year round. So there's enough to see and enjoy ;).
Check out the weather reports for the current predictions. We are situated only a bit more to the south, than Denmark.
Hope you have a nice time!
With kind regards,
The Organisation of the Amsterdamse Bos
Written October 2, 2019
Hello FionaL... When does the cherry trees start to blossom in April? do you know? because I'm planning to visit Amsterdam on 1st April 2018. Thank you.
Written July 28, 2018
Amsterdamse Bos
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Hi Fiantika,
The blossom period of the cherry blossom trees in our ‘Bloesempark’ usually starts in March or April and lasts about 10-14 days, depending on the weather and blossom.
When the blossom starts to take off we inform our visitors through our website: amsterdamsebos.nl.
NB We recommend visitors to come on weekdays and by foot, bike, or public transport, to avoid parking trouble and to avoid the park getting too crowded.
With kind regards,
The Organisation of the Amsterdamse Bos
Written August 7, 2018
Ciao,l'ingresso al parco è gratuito? c'è la possibilità di mangiare? Si possono lasciare i bagagli in custodia all'ingresso?
Written July 4, 2018
Amsterdamse Bos
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Hi,
Sorry for our late response. Yes, the Amsterdamse Bos is free and open 24/7. There are several options for eating/drinking and activities, check out our English guideline: amsterdamsebos.nl/english.
There is no luggage drop-off. Have a nice time when you visit!
With kind regards,
The Organisation of the Amsterdamse Bos
Written August 7, 2018
We are visiting Netherlands next week
Is it close by to pass by it and spend couple of hours for family horse riding with kids?
Is these trees will be white as in the picture and we can see it?
Written March 31, 2018
Amsterdamse Bos
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Dear Enas A.,
The Amsterdamse Bos is situated in the south of Amsterdam. From the city centre it’s about a 20 minutes bike ride. For more information, check out our website: amsterdamsebos.nl/english.
The cherry blossom trees (in the ‘Bloesempark’) are’n blossoming yet, but they almost are. We expect they will start to blossom within the next couple of days/week. It’s always hard to predict the moment of blossomming, mostly because of the weather. The blossom period lasts about 10-14 days, depending on the weather and blossom.
Have a nice stay!
With kind regards,
The Organisation of the Amsterdamse Bos
Written April 3, 2018
Good evening, do you allow weddings to be celebrated at Amsterdamse Bos? Thank you!
Regards.
Written December 4, 2017
Amsterdamse Bos
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Dear Delia,
Yes, sometimes small weddings are organised at the Amsterdamse Bos. Please contact our eventmanagers for more information. You can e-mail them at bosevenementen.senb@amsterdam.nl ;).
Have a nice day!
With kind regards,
The organisation of the Amsterdamse Bos
Written February 2, 2018
Hola que cosas serían necesarias llevar para pasar un día con niños en el parque??? Ropa de baño,comida,etc
Hay que pagar entrada para el parque o las piscinas??
Para llegar desde purmerend en coche o mejor en transporte público??
Muchas gracias
Written November 14, 2016
Amsterdamse Bos
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Dear Aridue,
Hopefully Daniel's answer has helped you adequately. If you have any remaining questions, let us know! For more information, check our website: amsterdamsebos.nl/english.
With kind regards,
The Organisation of the Amsterdamse Bos
Written December 1, 2016
Amsterdamse Bos
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Hello Balucky,
Thanks for your message.
Yes, in most areas of the Amsterdamse Bos, dogs are allowed. In some areas they have to be on a leash, in other areas they can run free.
However, there are also areas where dogs are not allowed to enter, because of the vulnerability of the environment or (in summer season) on crowded recreational meadows. More information (and PDF of map): amsterdamsebos.nl/huisregels (in Dutch, but you can translate is, for instance with Google translate).
We hope you have a nice time in the Amsterdamse Bos!
With kind regards,
The organization of the Amsterdamse Bos
Written October 12, 2016
How to get to and from The Hague before and after Dekmental festival
Written July 29, 2016
Look the connections up on three w's 9292 DOT nl/en# It's not allowed to write website names here, so just put the dots in.
You fill in the address you are travelling from, the destination, plus the time of arrival or departure.
Their timing can be a little tight, make sure to arrive a few minutes earlier at the stop.
Good luck!
Written July 30, 2016
amurleopard42
Bremen, Germany
Hi, we will be in Amsterdamse Bos for a concert in August. What would be the easiest way to get back to the city centre by public transport? It'll be a late night (~11pm) on a Sunday. Also, are there any paths through the Bos with street lighting? Is it safe at all to walk through the Bos at nighttime?
Written July 23, 2016
Amsterdamse Bos
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Hi amurleopard42,
Sorry for our late response, we've had some trouble loggin in to this account. Hopefully you've managed to find the Amsterdamse Bos and enjoyed your stay and the concert ;)!
Indeed, like peterko62 says, a bike is the easiest means of transport to reach the Amsterdamse Bos. But you can also take the bus, or come by car. Visit our English website: amsterdamsebos.nl/english/directions-routes.
Some routes through the forest are lit, albeit slightly.
With kind regards,
The Organization of the Amsterdamse Bos
Written September 1, 2016
I havre a6 hours conection in Amsterdam.
I want to see this forest. My questions
1. Can i rent a bicycle in the airport to ride to the forest?
2. How approximately wil it cost me to take a taxi from the airport to the forest ?
3. Is it reasonable to visit the farden in mid September (19.9) and what can i do there when it is raining?
Thanks
Written September 5, 2015
Amsterdamse Bos
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Dear Naama,
Great to hear you’re planning to visit the Amsterdamse Bos!
The Amsterdamse Bos is beautiful at this time of year and lovely to explore by bike. It’s quite large: the Amsterdamse Bos is three times the size of New York’s Central Park. But with a few hours by bike you can get a good impression. At the main entrance of the Amsterdamse Bos, you can find the bicycle rental: amsterdamsebosfietsverhuur.nl/deboshalte.
For information about how to travel to and from Schiphol Airport, we’d like to refer you to their international website: schiphol.nl/index_en.html. You can also visit the public transport information page: 9292.nl/en. On that website you can plan your public transport from and to Schiphol Airport and to the Amsterdamse Bos.
The Amsterdamse Bos is opened all year round, 24/7. September 19th is a Saturday, most attractions in the forest will be open then (the Goat farm, canoe rental, pancake farm and more). Check our English website for more information about the attractions, or about where you can eat: amsterdamsebos.nl/english.
We are curious, what brings you to the Amsterdamse Bos? If you like, we might be able to plan a short tour through the ‘Bos’ with one of our rangers.
We hope to see you soon and that you'll enjoy your stay!
Kind regards,
The Organisation of the Amsterdamse Bos
Written September 8, 2015
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