Blijburg

Ijburg, Amsterdam –

Perched on a mound of sand on the edge of Ijburg – Amsterdam’s newest neighborhood and home to the city’s latest man-made beach – Blijburg is a popular hotspot for young city dwellers in search of a nearby oasis for sunbathing and partying.

The beach itself overlooks expansive canals and lagoons that seep into the North Sea, and the cabana-like bar and café adds a welcome tropical touch to this otherwise urban setting.

The bar/café on Blijburg Beach, which offers a spacious patio with both covered and open areas that attract a fun-loving crowd during the summer, features a rustic, candlelit décor punctuated by beads and tassels dangling from cushions, tapestries, and door frames.

The beach area consists of a small stage for live music and plenty of beach umbrellas, tables, comfy chairs, and beanbags, as well as various stands that sell drinks and snacks.

The lively atmosphere is helped along by the lighthearted and easily approachable guests who come to bask in the sun with a cocktail, play volleyball in the water, or watch the scene from their anchored boats nearby.

With its easygoing attitude, good food, and laid-back environment, Blijburg offers a friendly setting for locals, city folk, visitors, and everyone in between.