Old warehouses and modern flats stand side by side here. When the weather is fine, it’s the place to be for a dip in the IJ.
Do you love architecture? Then this is the place for you. The Oostelijke Eilanden are renowned for their architectural masterpieces: from unique bridges to streets where every house is different. The neighbourhood lies outside the city centre and has a certain resemblance to modern Rotterdam. Here you can get a breath of fresh air on the quays and enjoy the architecture in peace and quiet. More and more Amsterdammers with children are choosing to live here. The warehouses and industrial buildings lend the area a raw edge. Czaar Peterstraat is rapidly gaining popularity amongst the young, creative crowd and is home to unique little shops selling designer goods and delicacies.
