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  • Amsterdam Centrum

    On the other side of 't IJ

    For visitors of North, nearby Amsterdam Centrum is the perfect day trip destination. The area is situated opposite the IJ and easily accessible by ferry. Contrary to North this is an extremely...
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  • Posters & Subculture

    The style of Amsterdam Noord, as shown by the palette of posters circulating throughout the district. What’s going on in Amsterdam Noord and within what subcultures? We’ve scoured the whole of Noord...

  • Cozy Noord

    This bike route runs through various neighborhoods of Noord, offering you the opportunity to discover the different architectural styles of the borough. Cozy is a problematic translation of the...

  • Rental

    For all your rentals in transportation.

  • The Inhabitants of Noord

    As a tourist, it is helpful to know how one should go about interacting with the various cultures in Noord. Dutch bluntness comes from a desire to be honest and helpful, so you're best off listening...

  • Gentrification Battlefield

    The non-Noorderner is advancing in Amsterdam-Noord. Ten years ago only the occasional explorer would dare to cross the water, taking a headquarters in an old conquered warehouse on the NDSM-wharf.

  • Rugged Noord

    This route takes you through the east part of Noord. You'll discover changes to the (former) industrial area. But you will also bike across Noord's old dike and see some of her older parts.

  • Noord is exceptionally normal

    Introduction to Noord

    This is the first Arabic travel guide to The Netherlands. It is about Amsterdam-Noord. We made this guide during the summer of 2010 with a group of editors and a team of 22 artists from Egypt, the...

  • Ferries

    Take a ferry along the shores of Noord to watch the skyline and find yourself amongst local residents. All ferries are free. Don’t stand all the way up front, the waves can splash quite high.

  • IJ-Hallen

    The IJ-hallen (IJ halls) at the NDSM shipyard host a gigantic monthly flea market with over 300 stalls. The place to be for vintage lovers.

  • Silent Investors

    Dear resident of Amsterdam-Noord (From here on to be called ‘silent investor’), I hereby involve you – should you be interested – in the new development of Amsterdam-Noord. From 10 september, I have...

  • Thank you

    Everyone who helped put Noord on the map

    Our project team, the artists and designers, sponsors, friends, Noorderlingen and other informers.

  • Towards Noord!

    If you’re traveling to Noord from Schiphol Airport by public transfer, you will always have to travel to Amsterdam Central Station first. From there on, you take a ferry to Noord. It’s also possible...

  • Waterland, Monnickendam and Marken

    If you want to escape the urban bustle of Noord, the area northward from Noord has a lot to offer. Countless walking and biking trails are indicated in Waterland. You can go out on a small motor boat...

  • Political map of Noord

    The Netherlands has a remarkable political system, allowing many parties to participate. The latest elections took place in June 2010 and featured eighteen parties! The people of Noord typically vote...

  • Public Art

    In 2001, Claes Oldenburg was inspired by the vast amount of giant plastic ice cream cones, used as advertising along Cologne's shopping streets. When he was commissioned by a shopping mall in Cologne...

  • Nature in Noord

    One of the great advantages of Noord (as a holiday destination) is the combination of city and nature within the distance of a short bike tour. Noord lies enclosed by two completely different nature...

  • Twiske & de Zaanse Schans

    The second countryside day trip leads to nature reserve Twiske. On this ancient ground present-day activities are being organised: there are trails for horseback riding, biking, roller skating and...

  • Neef Louis & van Dijk en Ko

    The best address for second hand design and industrials. Neef Louis (‘Cousin Louis’) specializes in beautiful furnishings. His neighbor Van Dijk en Ko is the largest brocante-dealer of Amsterdam.

  • Winkelcentrum Boven 't Y

    Thanks to this huge shopping centre, Noord is fully equipped. Don’t expect a shop mecca, but the traditional Dutch store Hema is present, where you’ll find everything you need. Boven ‘t Y is a nice...

  • Bus

    If your final destination is situated in the heart of Noord, it’s best to travel by bus. To travel by bus, you must purchase a public transport chip card (or ‘OV-chipkaart’ in Dutch), or buy a single...

  • The evolution of a brand

    Conversation with Sabine Delafon, curator of the Milan pavilion

    For the Amsterdam Biennale performance artist Sabine Delafon created a special exhibition with her Sabine Delafon Corporation. It opens on Saturday 21 November at Mediamatic from 20:00 hrs, along...

  • Sur Place op TV

    Mediamatic genomineerd voor Amsterdamprijs

    De belangrijkste kunstprijs van de hoofdstad wordt jaarlijks door het Amsterdams Fonds voor de Kunst toegekend aan drie kunstenaars of instellingen die een bijzondere bijdrage leveren aan de kunsten...

  • Spend the night

    Sleeping in Noord

    During a stay in Noord, a bed and breakfast is a must. It’s the best way learn about the local customs and habits, and the Noorderners taste for interior design. Have some coffee with the hostess

  • An interview with Kareem Lotfy

    Cairo, the tale of love and hate.

    Over a big plate of sushi, some green tea and lots of wasabi, we discussed Kareem's experience of Amsterdam, living in Cairo and feeling like a tourist.

created Caspar Menkman modified Caspar Menkman

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