Singel
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phat_dawg_21
Alpharetta, GA16,977 contributions
Jul 2022
We walked along this canal one morning on our way to the central station. It is lined with many beautiful buildings. One that stood out for us was the beautifully decorated mid 19th century building that is the headquarters of Levensverzekering Noord-Braband, an insurance company.
Written September 6, 2022
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therichastill
Stevenage, UK3,302 contributions
Jul 2022
Singel is one of the canals in the canal ring surrounding the old city of Amsterdam. It is the ring closest to Dam Square and runs parallel to the other canals.
It's a really nice area to walk around and take in the beautiful buildings and water features.
I would advise walking on the pavement or against the flow of traffic as you could be running into bicycles, cars and lorries so watch your step!
It's a really nice area to walk around and take in the beautiful buildings and water features.
I would advise walking on the pavement or against the flow of traffic as you could be running into bicycles, cars and lorries so watch your step!
Written August 5, 2022
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gfsc5
Perth, Australia1,786 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Singel Canal is one part of Amsterdam's canal ring. It also happened to be the canal where our hotel was which was great as it's quite central to lots of tourist sites.
Singel is a canal lined with wonderful 4 and 5 storey buildings which are typical of Amsterdam. Lovely to look at. Take the time to stroll along the canal bank - watch out for bikes - to admire the buildings, the canal itself and some of the boats floating past.
Also look out for various small shops and eating places.
Singel is a canal lined with wonderful 4 and 5 storey buildings which are typical of Amsterdam. Lovely to look at. Take the time to stroll along the canal bank - watch out for bikes - to admire the buildings, the canal itself and some of the boats floating past.
Also look out for various small shops and eating places.
Written August 2, 2023
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Leonhkny
Hong Kong, China21,440 contributions
Jun 2023
Among so many canals in Amsterdam, Singel is perhaps the most picturesque and definitely the most lively. At the bustling heart of the Dutch capital, it is full of souvenir shops and restaurants. A stroll along the waterfront is particularly impressive. Definitely spend some time to explore the area.
Written June 5, 2023
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Tom J
London, UK1,752 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
One of the many canals surrounding Amsterdam. Nice to walk along especially in the summer. We came in late July with nice weather. You get some good views up the canal, and there are some nice buildings dotted along the canal.
Written August 13, 2023
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK186,264 contributions
Jul 2019 • Solo
Singel is one of the many canals that make up the Amsterdam Canal Rings and one with many houseboats, some of which if sitting on dry land could easily be mistaken for actual houses. The whole area and the bridges over the Singel is very picturesque and well worth visiting.
Written August 2, 2019
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Brad
Hong Kong, China175,220 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
There are four canals that form the UNESCO World Heritage Grachtengordel (Canal Ring) of Amsterdam. These include the Singel, the inner most canal as well as the Herengracht, Keizersgracht and the outer most Prinsengracht.
In the distant past, the Singel was a moat that surrounded Amsterdam until the 16th century when the city outgrew Singel.
These days, the Singel is a curved canal in central Amsterdam, it is a nice waterway to walk and is lined with 17th-century buildings, cafes, bars, restaurants and shops. You can take boat rides along the Singel and take traditional Amsterdam canal photos from the small bridges which cross the canal.
I enjoy walking along the Singel as well as other Canal Ring waterways. These are unique parts of Amsterdam that contribute to the charm and appeal of the city.
In the distant past, the Singel was a moat that surrounded Amsterdam until the 16th century when the city outgrew Singel.
These days, the Singel is a curved canal in central Amsterdam, it is a nice waterway to walk and is lined with 17th-century buildings, cafes, bars, restaurants and shops. You can take boat rides along the Singel and take traditional Amsterdam canal photos from the small bridges which cross the canal.
I enjoy walking along the Singel as well as other Canal Ring waterways. These are unique parts of Amsterdam that contribute to the charm and appeal of the city.
Written July 8, 2019
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Israel35,208 contributions
May 2023 • Solo
PROS
* Scenic and beautiful
* Classic picture perfect postcard views of Amsterdam
* Relaxing and soothing
CONS
* Pay to take a canal cruise and get on the water
"I VISITED THIS PLACE"...
... as part of my plan to see and do as much as I could. I was happy to cruise on this with Flagship Amsterdam (very highly recommended) and to walk along it too.
WOULD I VISIT THIS PLACE AGAIN?
Sure
WAS IT WORTH THE COST?
Walking is free; the Flagship Amsterdam canals cruise was certainly worth it
ADVICES
Do it
* Scenic and beautiful
* Classic picture perfect postcard views of Amsterdam
* Relaxing and soothing
CONS
* Pay to take a canal cruise and get on the water
"I VISITED THIS PLACE"...
... as part of my plan to see and do as much as I could. I was happy to cruise on this with Flagship Amsterdam (very highly recommended) and to walk along it too.
WOULD I VISIT THIS PLACE AGAIN?
Sure
WAS IT WORTH THE COST?
Walking is free; the Flagship Amsterdam canals cruise was certainly worth it
ADVICES
Do it
Written October 5, 2023
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Chez261247
Melbourne, Australia45 contributions
Jun 2019 • Friends
Four friends, all female and all mature age, we thoroughly enjoyed our 4 night stay on the Singel Canel in a houseboat. It was such a unique experience, so much better than staying in a Hotel where we would be in 2 twin rooms, and not all altogether. We were close to everything we needed, and Central Station was about 8 to 10min max walk. Our boat was actually a stationery old ship, not a flat bottomed house boat, so it had lots of character. It was fun being on the water with all the boat traffic passing by.
Written July 16, 2019
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Marvin
Oslo, Norway18 contributions
Aug 2018 • Solo
Singel Canal is one of the canals in Amsterdam Center. Lots of restaurants and nightlife near by. Or you cab just sit on a cafe and have a cup of caffee and look at all the people and canal boats.
Written May 4, 2019
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would like some recommendations for great food in Singel and where to have waffles and crepes. thank you.
Written April 14, 2017
The menu is short and all the food is freshly made as ordered and presented with care. The day I visited, the cook was an artist and took extra trouble to serve a beautiful crepe. I don't remember the menu, but I know I ordered their most popular crepe and it was out of this world. I suggest selecting something from menu you think will be interesting - or order the popular choice. Either was you will be very pleased.
Written April 14, 2017
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