De Krijtberg, Amsterdam

Name: De Krijtberg
Address: Singel 446, Amsterdam, 1017 AV, Netherlands
Telephone: +31 20 623 1923

#125 among attractions in Amsterdam

Church, Spiritual, Gothic Revival architecture

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De Krijtberg Kerk is a Roman Catholic church in Amsterdam, located at the Singel. The church was designed by Alfred Tepe and was opened in 1883. The exuberant interior was made by Friedrich Wilhelm Mengelberg. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 52°22'4"N, 4°53'17"E

Address

Singel 446Stadsdeel Centrum (Grachtengordel-West)Amsterdam 1017 AV Netherlands

Contact

+31 20 623 1923

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De Krijtberg – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Heiligeweg, Huis Marseille, Bloemenmarkt, Kalvertoren.

~610 ftE
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~730 ftW
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Huis Marseille, Amsterdam
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~820 ftSE
Unique floating flower market
Bloemenmarkt, Amsterdam
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the Bloemenmarkt stands as the world’s only floating flower market, a vibrant and fragrant strip of botanic wonder that dates back to 1862. This unique market floats on the Singel canal, between the Koningsplein and the Muntplein...
~790 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Shop
Kalvertoren, Amsterdam
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the Kalvertoren is a modern shopping center that offers a unique retail experience in one of the city's most bustling districts. This contemporary mall, situated on the famous Kalverstraat, is a prime destination for both locals...
~1170 ftE
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~460 ftNW
Museum for the Bible and biblical studies
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~410 ftW
Canal, Body of water, Park
Het Grachtenhuis, Amsterdam
2 min walk • Het Grachtenhuis, or The Museum of the Canals, is a gateway to the celebrated canal district of Amsterdam, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2010. Situated on the prestigious Herengracht canal, Het Grachtenhuis offers visitors an immersive journey through the history...
~1080 ftNE
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~760 ftNE
1400s women's religious community
Begijnhof, Amsterdam
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~590 ftE
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Torture Museum, Amsterdam
3 min walk • The Torture Museum, Amsterdam is a small museum located in the heart of Amsterdam, near the flower market overlooking the Singel canal. Included in the list of the world's most unusual museums. It is a popular museum for tourists, The torture museum is one of the 50 museums in Amsterdam.
~1140 ftN
Museum, Specialty museum
Yab Yum, Amsterdam
6 min walk • Yab Yum was one of the best-known and most exclusive brothels in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Located in a 17th-century canal house on the Singel, it mostly catered to businessmen and foreign visitors. A second Yab Yum operated for a while in Rotterdam, but has since been closed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to De Krijtberg?

Nearby attractions include Dutch Costume Museum, Amsterdam (1 min walk), Herengracht, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Koningsplein, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Bijzondere Collecties UvA, Amsterdam (2 min walk).

How to get to De Krijtberg by public transport?

The nearest stations to De Krijtberg:

Tram

Koningsplein • Lines: 12, 2 (2 min walk)
Keizersgracht • Lines: 12, 2 (4 min walk)

Bus

Rokin • Lines: N85, N87, N89, N91 (6 min walk)
Rembrandtplein • Lines: N85, N87, N89, N91, N93 (10 min walk)

Metro

Rokin • Lines: 52 (7 min walk)
Vijzelgracht • Lines: 52 (13 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Central Station (24 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (27 min walk)
IJplein • Lines: F2 (33 min walk)