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Mapping the Enlightenment: The 1721 Covens and Mortier Plan of Amsterdam

Mar 29, 2026

The 1721 map by the renowned publishing house of Covens…
Amsterdam, Map

Mapping a Masterpiece: The 1782 Gerrit de Broen Plan of Amsterdam

Mar 29, 2026

The 1782 map by Gerrit de Broen stands as one…

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Amsterdam is the city of canals so it’s also the city of bridges. A lockdown project when we couldn’t leave the city.

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Discovering Amsterdam's Bridges: A Guide to the City's Iconic Landmarks

Discover the enchanting beauty of Amsterdam through its iconic bridges! The blog delves into the captivating history, diverse architecture, and hidden stories behind the city’s 1,500+ bridges, from the famous Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug) to the picturesque Seven Bridges view on Reguliersgracht.

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Mapping the Enlightenment: The 1721 Covens and Mortier Plan of Amsterdam

Mapping a Masterpiece: The 1782 Gerrit de Broen Plan of Amsterdam

Bridge 78: The Windmill Crossing That Lost Its Name in 2016

Henrick de Keijserbrug: Bridge 77 and the Architect Who Gave Amsterdam Its Skyline

Papiermolensluis: brug 57 en de winkel die haar naam gaf

Frans Hendricksz. Oetgensbrug: Bridge 76 and the Mayor Who Built the Canal Ring

Bridge 78: The Windmill Crossing That Lost Its Name in 2016

Henrick de Keijserbrug: Bridge 77 and the Architect Who Gave Amsterdam Its Skyline