De Wallen
Walloon Church
Walenpleintje 159, 1012 JZ Amsterdamreviews 4.6/5The Walloon Church emerged as a refuge for French-speaking Protestants fleeing persecution. It was crucial in shaping religious and cultural landscapes across Europe, particularly in the Netherlands and its colonies. The Walloon Church took root in the Southern Netherlands during the 16th century. It grew out of the Protestant Reformation, attracting French-speaking believers from the region. These early members, known as Walloons, sought a place to practice their Calvinist faith freely. The church provided a spiritual home for those who faced religious oppression in their native lands. As tensions rose, many Walloons left their homes in search of safety. They found refuge in the more tolerant northern provinces of the Netherlands. Here, they established their first churches, preserving their language and customs.
Majoor Bosshardtbrug
Majoor Bosshardtbrug, Amsterdamreviews 4.2/5The Majoor Bosshardtbrug, located in Amsterdam, is a modern bridge named after Alida Margaretha Bosshardt, a prominent figure in the Salvation Army known for her work in Amsterdam’s Red Light District.
Oude Kerk Amsterdam
Oudekerksplein 23, 1012 GX Amsterdam, Netherlandsreviews 4.4/514th-century church, now Calvinist, hosting religious & cultural activities including concerts.
Our Lord in the Attic Museum (Former Hidden Catholic Church)
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 38-40reviews 4.7/5Audio tours of enigmatic, 17th-century house with an ornate catholic church hidden on the top floor.
Red Light Secrets Museum
Oudezijds Achterburgwal 60h, 1012 DP Amsterdam, Netherlandsreviews 4.2/5Quirky museum offering exhibits on the history of Amsterdam’s sex-work industry.