Experience the port
Experiencing the port is a special experience. Viewing live images, cycling, or a tour in the port area. It's all possible. What will you choose?
Live footage of the IJ near Amsterdam Central Station
Live footage of the IJ near IJmuiden
We are aware the webcams are not always working. We are working on a solution.
Cycling or sailing in the port of Amsterdam
Cycling in the port
There are four cycling routes at different locations in the port. Each route has information points where experts can tell you about shipping, nature, and the history of the port. The four routes are:
- Stadhaven route - 5 km
- Hemhaven route - 15 km
- Westhaven route - 15 km
- Ruigoord route - 18 km
Would you like to know more about the cycling routes in the harbour?
Harbour tours
The Port of Amsterdam harbour tour takes you to places that are normally only accessible for commercial shipping. Reviews from visitors:
- "A very pleasant afternoon with lots of info and a totally new perspective on Amsterdam."
- "Great guide! Fascinating, to the end. Took in a lot of interesting information. Learned a lot!"
- "The port of Amsterdam from the water! You don't see that very often."
Would you like to know more or book a harbour cruise?
The largest sea lock in the world
A new large sea lock has been constructed at the entrance of the North Sea Canal at IJmuiden. It provides access to the Amsterdam port region.
New drone pictures monitoring the progress of the construction of the sea lock from the air are made every three months. Have a look at the latest drone pictures.
Would you like to know more about the construction of the sea lock?