World Gymnaestrada 2023 - All you need to know about Amsterdam

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Amsterdam

For six days Amsterdam will be the centre of the World Gymnaestrada 2023. From 30 July until 5 August 2023, participants and spectators from all over the world will be welcomed to the capital of the Netherlands.

Amsterdam is one of the most beautiful small cities in the world. Amsterdam has all the advantages of a big city: a rich culture, a vibrant nightlife, first-class hotels, restaurants with international cuisines, good transport – and yet it is quiet. Thanks to its extensive canals, it has little road traffic. In this city, your destination is never far away.

It is also a city of tolerance and diversity. With over 180 nationalities, Amsterdam scores well on diversity and reflects its past. By becoming the melting pot of Europe, the city set the example for modern city life.

World Gymnaestrada 2023 take place at the iconic locations Rai Amsterdam and the Olympic Stadium. But what else is there to do in the city of Amsterdam? Check it out!

Activities

Culture

Besides the event itself and a day full of gymnastics activities, there is also a lot to do in the city of Amsterdam itself. The wide variety of art museums, such as the Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum, Rembrandt house Museum and the Moco museum offer a comprehensive selection of different art styles. If you want to experience original Amsterdam history, we recommend the Anne Frank House where you can find out more about Anne Frank; the world most famous Jewish diarist who lived during the Second World War. Looking for something else? Discover the world of science in the Nemo museum, learn how to make a real Heineken beer at the Heineken experience or visit Artis Zoo. If you haven’t made plenty of selfies by then, you can end your day at Madame Tussauds and have your picture taken with one of your idols.

Swing above Amsterdam

If you want to see Holland from a different point of view (from above), ‘This is Holland’ offers a great experience during a drone flight over the Netherlands. Do you want more excitement? Visit the Adam Tower where you can enjoy beautiful views of Amsterdam and sit on a swing on the edge to literally swing above Amsterdam. When you think of Amsterdam, you probably immediately think of the ring of canals. Explore these canals by taking a nice walk, renting a bike or joining one of the canal cruises along the Amsterdam’s canals?

The heart of Amsterdam

Dam Square is the heart of Amsterdam and the place the city owes its name to. The square is home to the Royal Palace, the New Church and the National Monument which commemorates the Second World War, among others. The Magna Plaza is a lesser known monument of the city, but just as beautiful, and is hidden behind the Palace on Dam Square. The building once served as a post office, but nowadays serves as a luxurious shopping mall. For more shopping you can visit the Nine Streets in the Jordaan. In this area there are nine streets where shopping is the main focus. Here, you will find all kinds of nice boutiques, flagship stores owned by big brands, eateries, cafes, pop-up stores and many more. It is a cosy bustle where you can find a true Amsterdam experience.

Vondelpark

If you long for peace and quiet during your visit to Amsterdam, Vondelpark is the place to be. Vondelpark is the city park of Amsterdam and has been a national monument since 1996. During the hot summer days, many people come here for sports, picnics, barbecues or just to relax in the sun. In the Oud-West district you will find trendy cafes and boutiques, and in the industrial North you will find fantastic flea markets and vintage furniture stores. In fact, every district outside the city centre has something special to offer. The stage at Vondelpark Theatre will be an already existing stage in the centre of Vondelpark, the largest and busiest park right next to the centre of Amsterdam. The perfect place to promote World Gymnastics and Gymnastics in general for everyone during the week. The Vondenpark Theatre is the place to put on a good World Gymnaestrada show. Entrance is free!

RAI Amsterdam

The RAI Amsterdam convention centre is located a stone's throw from the centre of Amsterdam and directly on the A10 ring road. It is a top location for exhibitions, parties, theatre shows and any large event. The RAI Amsterdam venue becomes the heart of the event for group performances, national performances, the FIG Gala, catering, stands, media and organisation. You will need tickets for most performances. All City Stages and the Fan Zone around the RAI are free to enter.

Olympic Stadium

The Olympic Stadium is a stadium with athletics track in Amsterdam, located on Stadionplein in the western part of Amsterdam's Zuid district. The stadium was designed in 1927 by Voorburg architect Jan Wils, commissioned by the NOC, for the 1928 Summer Olympics. During the World Gymnaestrada Amsterdam 2023, the opening and closing ceremonies will take place here.