Essentially Amsterdam Staff

Work between Surinamestraat and Nepveusstraat begins on Monday and runs until late next year. The street will be rebuilt section by section to replace pipes and create a

23 September 2026

The Amsterdam brewer is poised to acquire 300 locations from the UK's largest operator. The seller is offloading venues to cut debt following years of rising costs.

23 September 2026

The rare Victoria water lily is blooming in the botanical garden's heated outdoor pond. The garden is extending its hours tonight because the flower only opens in the

23 September 2026

Publisher Mediahuis is relaunching the nostalgic Dutch social network with classic features like profile customization. The revamped platform aims to offer an alternative without intrusive algorithms or endless

23 September 2026

The transport authority will introduce new line numbers and updated route colours starting in 2028. Research indicates the single-digit format will be easier for visitors and locals to

21 September 2026

☀️ Essentially Amsterdam voor dinsdag 22 september: Metrolijnen omgedoopt tot M1 t/m M4, stemacteur van Bert stopt, droge zomer maakt patat kleiner

21 September 2026

☀️ Essentially Amsterdam for Tuesday 22 September: Metro lines rebrand as M1 to M4, Bert voice actor steps down, dry summer shrinks chips

21 September 2026

The Amsterdam actor announced his departure after more than 50 years with the character. His decision follows the death of longtime Ernie voice actor Wim T. Schippers.

21 September 2026

A free chance to watch the National Ballet practice their moves on the Stopera stage was fully booked on its first working day.

21 September 2026

The Dutch speed skater will sit out the coming winter season after winning gold in Milan. She plans to focus on social media and other personal projects instead.

21 September 2026

The airline is scrapping complimentary drinks and sandwiches in favour of an onboard menu. Passengers will now pay for items including sandwiches, salads, and wine.

21 September 2026

Het Afvalpaleis in the Dapperstraat hosts a "model home" showing simple tips on how to live more sustainably. The project was created with anthropology students and the Amsterdam

21 September 2026

A bone-dry summer has led to one of the smallest potato harvests on record. Snack fans will see their chips shrink in size without any drop in price.

21 September 2026

Jasper Lijfering turned his parents' antique shop into a high-end luxury watch dealership. The business has shifted from high volume to selling about thirty expensive pieces a month.

21 September 2026

Regional transport authorities and four municipalities have agreed on the route for the forty-kilometre fast cycle link. Construction will cost at least 57 million euros and starts in

21 September 2026

The runway is shut for annual repairs until next Tuesday, though it will reopen over the weekend. Nearby residents may experience increased noise as air traffic shifts to

21 September 2026

A new survey shows four in five riders feel conditions have worsened alongside faster bikes. Many blame other road users rather than their own riding habits.

20 September 2026

Historian Leo Lucassen is retiring after six and a half years leading the International Institute of Social History. Historian Lily Knibbeler is stepping in to succeed him.

20 September 2026

A sealed jug recovered from a historic shipwreck has been opened at the heritage laboratory in Amsterdam. The vessel contains an unidentified metallic substance that has left specialists

20 September 2026

☀️ Essentially Amsterdam voor maandag 21 september: Dam tot Damloop-record sneuvelt, stadswijngaard floreert, verzegelde kan uit 1600s

20 September 2026