Fencing at the 1928 Summer Olympics, Amsterdam

#123 among attractions in Amsterdam

Monuments and statues

Fencing at the 1928 Summer Olympics location map

Map

Facts and practical information

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

Address

Stadsdeel Zuid (Stadionbuurt)Amsterdam Netherlands

ContactAdd

Social media

Add

Amsterdam

Day trips

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
Shopping, Shopping district
P.C. Hooftstraat, Amsterdam
37 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the P.C. Hooftstraat serves as the epitome of luxury shopping in the Netherlands' vibrant capital. This exclusive shopping district, named after the Dutch poet and playwright Pieter Corneliszoon Hooft, has transformed into a...
1.3 miNE
World-famous neoclassical concert hall
Concertgebouw, Amsterdam
34 min walk • The Concertgebouw, located in the heart of Amsterdam, Netherlands, is one of the world's most renowned music venues, celebrated for its exceptional acoustics and rich history. Opened in 1888, this prestigious concert hall has been enchanting audiences for over a...
~530 ftN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Olympic Stadium, Amsterdam
3 min walk • The Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam stands as a monument to the city's rich sporting history and architectural innovation. Originally constructed for the 1928 Summer Olympics, this iconic sports venue has since become a versatile and cherished landmark in the Netherlands'...
1.4 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Horseback riding tours
Hollandsche Manege, Amsterdam
36 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the Hollandsche Manege stands as a testament to the city's enduring equestrian tradition. This historic riding school, established in 1744 and later rebuilt in 1882, is the oldest of its kind in the Netherlands, offering locals...
1.1 miNE
Huge park with an open-air theater
Vondelpark, Amsterdam
28 min walk • Vondelpark is Amsterdam's most famous and visited park, offering a verdant escape in the heart of the Netherlands' bustling capital city. This picturesque park spans over 120 acres and is a sanctuary for residents and tourists alike who are looking to unwind, exercise...
0.6 miNE
Memorial
Monument Indië-Nederland, Amsterdam
16 min walk • The Monument Indië-Nederland is located near the Olympiaplein in the southern part of Amsterdam. The monument was originally a memorial for General J. B. van Heutsz, who was the commandant of the Royal Netherlands East Indies Army and is also known for conquering Aceh for the Kingdom of the Netherlands in 1903 following the Aceh War.
0.8 miS
Park, Garden, Botanical garden
Botanic Garden Zuidas, Amsterdam
21 min walk • The Botanic Garden Zuidas is a botanical garden belonging to Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It was established in 1967 for the purpose of education and research for the Biology faculty.
1.1 miW
Mosque
Blue Mosque, Amsterdam
28 min walk • The Blue Mosque is a mosque and cultural center in Amsterdam Nieuw-West, the Netherlands. Construction of the mosque was financed by the government of Kuwait through the offices of Europe Trust Netherlands and began in 2008.
~1200 ftNE
Neighbourhood
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam
6 min walk • Amsterdam-Zuid is a borough of Amsterdam, Netherlands. The borough was formed in 2010 as a merger of the former boroughs Oud-Zuid and Zuideramstel. The borough has almost 138,000 inhabitants. With 8,500 homes per square kilometer, it is one of the most densely populated boroughs of Amsterdam.
1.2 miNE
Neighbourhood
Amsterdam Oud-Zuid, Amsterdam
30 min walk • Oud-Zuid is the name of a neighbourhood and of a former borough of Amsterdam.
1.2 miNE
52°21'20"N • 4°52'33"E
zuiderMRKT, Amsterdam
30 min walk • Shopping, Market, Farmer's market

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)