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Primary school students cross the IJ in a sloop: "It feels like a school trip"

Primary school students cross the IJ in a sloop: "It feels like a school trip"

Due to a public transport strike in Amsterdam, ferry services across the IJ were suspended, causing travel disruptions for residents. While some passengers were left stranded, others utilized private boats or makeshift solutions to reach the city center.

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