Fencing at the 1928 Summer Olympics, Amsterdam

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At the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam, seven fencing events were contested, six for men and one for women. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°20'38"N, 4°51'19"E

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Stadsdeel Zuid (Stadionbuurt)Amsterdam Netherlands

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Fencing at the 1928 Summer Olympics – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: P.C. Hooftstraat, Concertgebouw, Olympic Stadium, Hollandsche Manege.

1.4 miNE
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World-famous neoclassical concert hall
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Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
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Hollandsche Manege, Amsterdam
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Huge park with an open-air theater
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0.6 miNE
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0.8 miS
Park, Garden, Botanical garden
Botanic Garden Zuidas, Amsterdam
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1.1 miW
Mosque
Blue Mosque, Amsterdam
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Neighbourhood
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam
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1.2 miNE
Neighbourhood
Amsterdam Oud-Zuid, Amsterdam
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52°21'20"N • 4°52'33"E
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fencing at the 1928 Summer Olympics?

Nearby attractions include Stadionbuurt, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Olympic Stadium, Amsterdam (3 min walk), Olympisch Kwartier, Amsterdam (4 min walk), Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam (6 min walk).

How to get to Fencing at the 1928 Summer Olympics by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fencing at the 1928 Summer Olympics:

Tram

Olympisch Stadion • Lines: 24 (2 min walk)
Olympiaweg • Lines: 24 (5 min walk)

Bus

Olympiaweg • Lines: 15, N88 (5 min walk)
Amstelveenseweg • Lines: 246 (10 min walk)

Metro

Amstelveenseweg • Lines: 50, 51 (10 min walk)
Zuid • Lines: 50, 51, 52 (22 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Zuid (22 min walk)