Amsterdam News in English
Amsterdam news in English — daily headlines from Dutch local newspapers covering housing, transport, city politics, neighbourhoods, culture and events, for expats, international students and English-speaking residents.
Security, cleaning, baggage: Schiphol wants an end to chaos and fragmentation, but lacks a clear view of what is really happening
Schiphol Airport is attempting to address operational chaos and poor working conditions by reforming its long-standing practice of outsourcing services like security and baggage handling. Recent disru...
Weekly tips: things to do in Amsterdam (May 25 to 29)
From May 25 to May 29, Amsterdam features a variety of activities and events for residents and visitors to enjoy. The article encourages people to take advantage of the sunny weather by visiting terra...
Major three-car accident on IJburglaan, vehicle overturns
A collision involving three cars occurred at the intersection of IJburglaan and the A10 in Amsterdam East on Tuesday evening, causing one vehicle to flip onto a bicycle path. Two people were hospitali...
Wout Weghorst expects to leave Ajax: 'It was two very good years'
Dutch striker Wout Weghorst announced his likely departure from Ajax following the expiration of his contract. Speaking after a play-off final against FC Utrecht, Weghorst stated that he expects to le...
Tears, shame and relief at Ajax: European football allows club to look ahead quickly
Ajax has secured a spot in the Conference League preliminary rounds, providing significant relief to the squad and staff after a challenging season. Despite the achievement, feelings of shame remain r...
Armed robbery at tobacco shop on Jan Evertsenstraat, man flees on grandma bike
A man armed with a firearm robbed a tobacco shop on Jan Evertsenstraat in Amsterdam on Tuesday evening, threatening two employees and a customer. The suspect stole money from the register and fled on ...
Futsal Amsterdam secures key advantage in final second of play-off semi-finals
Futsal Amsterdam secured a 2-1 victory over ZVG in the first match of the play-off semifinals thanks to a last-second goal by Oscar Abouseada. The match, held at Sporthal Elzenhagen, puts the Amsterda...
Boy (13) dies after collision with motor scooter
A 13-year-old boy has died following a collision with a motor scooter on the Pieter Calandlaan in Amsterdam Nieuw-West on Tuesday evening. The 18-year-old driver was arrested after the incident, and p...
Ajax fans mostly relieved after securing European football: "Glad this season is over"
Ajax supporters expressed relief after their club secured a spot in the Conference League qualifiers by defeating FC Utrecht on penalties following a difficult season. While the atmosphere was largely...
Ajax defeat FC Utrecht on penalties to end season on a bright note
Ajax concluded their challenging season by defeating FC Utrecht in the play-off final for a Conference League second qualifying round spot. The match ended 1-1 after extra time in Volendam, leading to...
Real estate gem! Cinema, wine bar, gym, jetty, 9 bedrooms, 5 terraces: what you get for over 12 million
A luxury home on the Zuidelijke Wandelweg in Amsterdam is listed for sale for over 12 million euros. The expansive property features high-end amenities including nine bedrooms, five terraces, a privat...
Ajax again with Bouwman in play-off final against Utrecht
Ajax will start Aaron Bouwman in central defense for their playoff final against FC Utrecht at the Kras Stadion in Volendam. Manager Óscar García's squad is fighting for a spot in the Conference Lea...
Who will help Riny with historic Golden Coach ride through Amsterdam's Jordaan?
Riny Assink will drive his handmade version of the Golden Coach through Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood on May 29 to promote social connection and honor nature. Assink has launched a fundraiser to he...
Motor scooter rider unconscious after collision with car on Cornelis Lelylaan
A motor scooter driver was hospitalized after losing consciousness following a collision with a car on Cornelis Lelylaan in Amsterdam Nieuw-West early Wednesday morning. Police have launched an invest...
Nervous Hillegom secures safety on final matchday after tough season. ‘This is an impressive achievement and we’re going to celebrate’
SV Hillegom secured their place in the first class after a 3-5 away victory against title contender WV-HEDW on the final day of the season. The team avoided relegation despite a difficult year spent m...
Harbor crane for sale, knitted trees and more news from this week
This week's news from Amsterdam features unique stories such as a harbor crane for sale and mysterious knitted trees appearing in the city. The article also provides a collection of activity suggestio...
Back then: cows were once milked here, now you stop by for bitterballen at Polder
Café Restaurant Polder, located near Amsterdam Science Park and the University of Amsterdam, sits on land that was historically underwater before becoming a dairy farm. The venue has transitioned fro...
No punishment for Beverwijk man wearing Bandidos vest; 47-year-old could not have known it was illegal
The Amsterdam Court of Appeal has acquitted a 47-year-old man who was prosecuted for wearing a Bandidos motorcycle club vest in June 2020. The court ruled that the man could not have known his actions...
Driver flees after crash, leaving trail of destruction on Klaprozenweg
A car driver and two passengers fled after causing significant damage to parked bicycles and hitting a pole on Klaprozenweg in Amsterdam-Noord. Police arrested a 26-year-old suspect from Almere shortl...
Minor seriously injured in motor scooter collision, 18-year-old driver arrested
A minor pedestrian was seriously injured and resuscitated following a collision with a motor scooter on the Pieter Calandlaan in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. The 18-year-old driver was arrested at the scene,...
Annemiek (77) and Jasper’s (88) flower shop turns 90, but they aren’t thinking of retiring
Jasper (88) and Annemiek (77) are celebrating the 90th anniversary of their Amsterdam flower shop, De Lelie, which has been in the family for generations. The couple, who took over the business in 198...
Remco Cloeck of the Rescue Brigade sees sea warming rapidly: surface 17 degrees, lower layer 14. ‘In, a quick dip, and out is plenty’
Remco Cloeck of the Reddingsbrigade reports that North Sea surface temperatures at Bloemendaal aan Zee have reached 17 degrees Celsius. Despite the warming water, beachgoers are staying in shallow are...
Famous sex worker twins moved by new Red Light District documentary: 'Never seen so many underworld figures together'
Famous former sex workers Louise and Martine Fokkens attended the premiere of the documentary 'Het Hart van Amsterdam,' which explores the history of the city's Red Light District. The twins expressed...
Two Ajax fans who threw stones at police to remain in custody longer
Two Ajax supporters will remain in custody for an additional two weeks following their arrest for throwing stones and bottles at police after a match in Volendam. The public prosecutor stated that the...
Large fire at waste processing plant in Western Port area, smoke visible from afar
A large fire broke out at a waste processing facility in Amsterdam's Westelijk Havengebied on Tuesday afternoon. Thick black smoke is visible across the city, leading emergency services to advise resi...
Haarlem resident (22) dies after collision with truck
A 22-year-old man from Haarlem died on Tuesday morning following a head-on collision between his car and a truck at a roundabout in Beverwijk. Emergency services attended the scene, but the victim suc...
Ajax signs Anna Knol from FC Twente
Ajax has signed 24-year-old defender Anna Knol from FC Twente on a three-year contract for the upcoming season. Knol, who previously played for clubs including VV Alkmaar and Empoli, joins the Amsterd...
Harry Styles fans warned about heat: "Wear light clothing"
Fans attending Harry Styles' concert at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam are being warned to take precautions against high temperatures while waiting outside. Organizers recommend wearing light cl...
Significantly fewer trains between Amsterdam Central and Hoofddorp due to signaling failure
A signal failure on Saturday morning has led to a significant reduction in train services between Amsterdam Central and Hoofddorp. Passengers are advised to expect travel delays in the affected area.
Amphibians breeding well in Amsterdam's tap water source
Forest ranger Jeroen Engelhart highlights the thriving wildlife, including amphibians and nesting birds, within the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen near Zandvoort. The area's clean water supports a hea...