Amstelveld 10 1017 JD Amsterdam
A quirky wooden church on one of the most beautiful squares in Amsterdam. The 17th-century Amstelkerk has grown from a temporary church, where it is said Napoleon once stabled his horse, into an atmospheric venue with beautiful acoustics.
The Amstelkerk was built in 1668-1670 as an emergency church for the residents of the newly constructed second part of the canal belt. The design by city architect Daniël Stalpaert was so simple that it was referred to as a 'sermon shed'. Ultimately, the plans for a large stone church on the Amstelveld were not carried out and the "temporary church" has remained on its ground to this day.
The church with its atmospheric middle space is rented out occasionaly and has become the permanent stage for a number of orchestras. The acoustics of the wooden building lend themselves perfectly to recitals and concerts. The monumental, restored Bätz organ can still be played. In addition, Youri Egorov's Steinway grand piano has been given a permanent place in the church.
The Amstelkerk is wheelchair accessible and a wheelchair restroom is available.