Magere Brug
A white wooden bascule bridge over the Amstel river, hung with lights at night. It is the most photogenic bridge in Amsterdam.
The Magere Brug spans the Amstel river. The first bridge here was built in 1691 and got its name from its narrow body (“magere” means “thin”). The current white wooden double-leaf bascule bridge dates from 1934, and it still opens for boats. After dark, 1,200 light bulbs on the bridge switch on and are reflected in the river, making it a popular night photography spot. It is free to cross at any time of day. It is located where Kerkstraat meets the Amstel, about an 8-minute walk from Rembrandtplein, and the Carré Theatre is nearby.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Rembrandt House Museum
- Albert Cuyp Market
- De Wallen (Red Light District)
- Bloemenmarkt
- Oude Kerk
- Our Lord in the Attic
- Heineken Experience
- Dam Square