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Amsterdam Light Festival

by Tanja
Amsterdam Light Festival

Every year, the city of Amsterdam organises the Amsterdam Light Festival. In 2017 the Amsterdam Light Festival takes place from 30 November 2017 until 21 January 2018. The best way to see the breathtaking light sculptures of the Amsterdam Light Festival is by boat, but there is also an Amsterdam Light Festival Bike Tour. The light art installations are placed in and around the Amsterdam canals. At the new location of Marineterrein, there is a collection of light sculptures that can be enjoyed on foot.

Over 40 objects are on display, made by 35 contemporary (inter)national artists. In 2017 the theme of the Amsterdam Light Festival is “Existential”.


Amsterdam Light Festival: 30 November 2017 – 21 January 22, 2018

Amsterdam Light boat tour

Route of the Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour.

From the end of November 2017 till the end of January 2018, the city of Amsterdam lights up with light sculptures, projections and art installations along the Keizersgracht canal. The light art installations of the Amsterdam Light Festival water exhibition illuminate every day  from 5 pm until 11 pm o’clock.The Amsterdam Light Festival can be seen by everyone for free. Great opportunity to take impressive photos!

Amsterdam Light Festival canal cruise

The best way to visit the water exhibition is by boat. Canal cruise companies offer special guided cruises along the artwork. The Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise takes 75 minutes.

 

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Enjoy the Amsterdam Light Festival in a 75-minute evening canal cruise. A comfortable boat: heated, equipped with pillows, blankets, a bathroom and other luxuries. Mulled wine and hot chocolate on board!
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Water Colours Cruise 2017⇒ Water Colours Cruise €21,50

Let yourself be enchanted by the illuminated canal houses, bridges and light works of art and experience the unique atmosphere from the water with this Water Colours Cruise. With audioguide.
Prior to the cruise, you can enjoy a winter apple punch,  mulled wine (glühwein) or hot chocolate.
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Rent a private boat with captain ⇒ Private boat incl. unlimited drinks from € 246,-

Are you with a group? You can rent a luxurious and comfortable private boat for 8, 10 or 12 people with captain. The captain will guide you through all the light artworks in a 75-minutes canal cruise.
On board you can enjoy unlimited hot and cold drinks (also beer, glüwein) and there are typical Dutch deep fried snacks and warm blankets.
More info

Land exhibition

The Amsterdam Light Festival 2017 also has a land version. At the Marineterrein, you can visit various light art installations by foot. It is illuminated every day from 17.00 hours until 22.00 hours. Exploring is free but there are also guided tours available.
The land exhibition of the Amsterdam Light Festival takes place from 14 December 2017 until 7 January. The new Marineterrein is located on walking distance from Central Station, a bridge away from the Nemo Science museum.

Amsterdam Light Festival by bike

If you want to explore the Amsterdam Light Festival by yourself, you can do it easily by bike. Many of the ligth sculptures are along the Keizersgracht canal, one of the 4 canal rings around the centre. Just follow this canal!
If you want a guided tour to see the Amsterdam Light Festival by bike, bike rental company A-Bike Rental and Tours also offers a guide tour.  Tours start twice a day: at 17.00 (5 pm) and at 19.00 (9 pm). The bike tour takes 2 hours and costs € 24,95 (includes bike rent). Check the website for bookings. Dress warm!

Below you will find an impression of the Amsterdam Light Festival of earlier years.

 

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2 comments

Dan Wallis November 28, 2017 - 17:49

SPECIAL OFFER: Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise €35,00 BUY NOW €24,50
Read more at https://whatsupwithamsterdam.com/amsterdam-light-festival/#z3M9KkMPhw1k27d5.99

when you click on the link its 29 euros

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Tanja November 28, 2017 - 18:27

Oops! I adjusted the mentioned price. Thank you for letting me know!

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