Where is the Amstel river located in Amsterdam?

In the city center, the river is connected to several city canals, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Amstel Hotel, Royal Theater Carré, Hermitage Amsterdam, city hall in the Stopera, and Allard Pierson Museum are located on the eastern bank of the river.

Are there any bridges crossing the Amstel river?

There are several historical bridges crossing the river, among which are the Berlagebrug, Magere Brug, and Blauwbrug . In the city center, the river is connected to several city canals, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Why was the Amstel river important in medieval times?

The river was important in medieval times as a waterway leading to the south and to Utrecht. The oldest settlement in the area was Ouderkerk aan de Amstel, which dated from the 11th century (and thus is older than Amsterdam). Amsterdam at this time was a small fishing village at the mouth of the Amstel.

What are the towns named after the Amstel river?

Several towns sprung up around the river during the Middle Ages and named themselves after the river, including Amstelveen, Ouder-Amstel, Ouderkerk aan de Amstel and Nes aan de Amstel. The Amstel brewery was founded in 1870 on the banks of the river.

Where is the gay pride parade in Amsterdam?

A nationally televised concert is held on the river every year on Liberation Day. The rowing races Head of the River Amstel and Heineken Roeivierkamp are held on the river annually. The river also forms part of the route of the Canal Parade, Amsterdam’s annual floating gay pride parade .

How big is the island of Amstel in Amsterdam?

The only road leading to it belongs to the village of Ouderkerk aan de Amstel, but the island itself is part of the municipality of Amstelveen. It has an area of about 0.05 km². Amsterdam took its name from the river.