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Amsterdam Economy Coronavirus Before the corona-crisis, 11% of all jobs in Amsterdam were in tourism and catering. That’s 1 out 9 people. 35.458 people worked in the catering-industry. 12.108 people worked in hostel/hotels. 9.802 people worked in culture and recreation. 4.758 people worked in travel organisations and agency’s. (source: Data Amsterdam ) Normally, Amsterdam attracts 18 […]

What’s Next for Amsterdam’s Window Brothels? After years of profitable tourism, Amsterdam’s Red Light District and its window brothels are now deserted. Is the silence a foreshadowing of an uncertain future for this centuries old vibrant area? Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf asked Cor van Dijk, the chairman of the entrepreneurs who are represented in the business association […]

Concerns About Prostitutes Who Work From Home Prostitutes working from home is a concern for the municipality of Amsterdam now that erotic venues are closed due to the coronavirus. Mayor Halsema is investigating whether erotic sites can be blocked. No Support From Dutch Government 50-year-old Marloes has been a prostitute for 25 years in various […]

4-Star Boutique Hotel Mai Amsterdam in City Centre Hotel Mai is a great hotel in the Red Light District. The Hotel is located in the heart of the action, and it is within walking distance of all the major attractions. The Hotel has a great reputation, and it is known for its clean rooms and […]

Desolate Amsterdam: Video Of A Ghost Metropolis The video at the bottom of this article shows the current situation in Amsterdam. The Dutch capital is in lockdown due to the ongoing corona crisis. Deserted Red Light District This also means that almost everything in the Red Light District is closed. Normally, this is one of […]

An Interview With Sex Worker Activist Mariska Majoor One of Holland’s most known sex worker expert – Mariska Majoor – shares her secrets and expertise about one of the oldest professions in the world during this exclusive interview. We frequently speak to experts in order to provide the best information, on our website and during our […]

Quiet Amsterdam in Corona Cris: Empty Streets & Closed Venues The normally lively streets of Amsterdam are deserted due to the measures against the corona virus. We experienced this during a bicycle tour at 11 am through Amsterdam. These three videos is what Amsterdam in corona crisis looks like.c The video above was recorded on […]

Dutch Government Allows Coffee Shops In The Netherlands To Open During Corona Crisis Dutch coffee shops (local name for cannabis stores) are allowed to open their doors again to offer cannabis (weed & hashish) at collection points during the Corona-crisis. The Dutch government has decided that the same rules will apply to coffee shops in […]

Amsterdam Red Light District Tour Ban Does Not Allow Tours From 1 April 2020 Guided walking tours through De Wallen have been banned since 2019. A great alternative is our self-guided audio tour. 1. Background and Reasons for the Ban Guided tours in Amsterdam’s city centre — including parts of the Red Light District — […]

Top 10 Amsterdam Red Light District Photos This list shows our 10 best Amsterdam Red Light District photos containing most likes on Instagram. This is one of the places where we share the newest images. Learn more about Holland’s most fascinating neighbourhood. Listen to real stories of 22 experts who know this area best. Including […]

Top 10 City Tours in Amsterdam Are you looking for fun things to do in Amsterdam? And would you like to learn a thing or two about this beautiful city and its liberal Dutch culture? Check out this useful list with 10 great city tours in Amsterdam. Since 2019, guided group tours are no longer […]

New Prostitution Law In The Netherlands Is A Bad Idea A prostitution law in the Netherlands aims at requiring a permit for sex workers. That is a bad idea, writes Marjan Wijers in Dutch newspaper De Volkskrant. Criminalisation Of Prostitution For the first time since 1800, prostitutes are being criminalized again in the Netherlands, at […]

New Dutch Prostitution Regulation Won’t Let Sex Workers Become Their Own Bosses The newly proposed Dutch prostitution regulation marginalises sex workers and can increase the chance of human trafficking, writes Rik Viergever in the Dutch newspaper NRC. Rik Viergever obtained his PhD on “care after human trafficking” and was a project manager at CoMensha. Since […]

More or Less Window Brothels Amsterdam Red Light District? Amsterdam’s mayor Femke Halsema is taking the next step in the debate about the future of the Red Light District of Amsterdam (locally known as ‘De Wallen‘). She will investigate the relocation of prostitution to other parts of the city, including the neighborhoods where those new […]

Brothel Owners Present New Plan For Amsterdam Red Light District Windows Brothel operators from 200 of the 330 Amsterdam Red Light District windows, “at least 250” sex workers who rent the windows and their sympathisers have written a new future option for the area. It’s an alternative to the four options that mayor Femke Halsema has […]

Amsterdam Red Light District Wiki This Amsterdam Red Light District Wiki page contains information about its history, prostitution, inhabitants, red light windows (also known as window brothels), visitors, local companies, laws, inhabitants, Project 1012, tours, and whatnot. It does not contain information about escorts because they do not work in the Red Light District. The […]

Sex Workers in Amsterdam Do Not Want To Work Elsewhere Sex workers want to stay in Amsterdam Red Light District, says interest group Red Light United run by sex workers. Sex workers do not want the red light windows to be moved to other parts of Amsterdam. They want to stay where they are, in the […]

Decriminalising Prostitution Helps Sex Workers If you further criminalise prostitution, you force the women out of sight from government. Decriminalizing prostitution does the opposite. In this translated article from Dutch newspaper De Volkskrant Tom Kroon talks about the signs between voluntary and forced prostitution and how he as a customer deals with this issue. “As a […]

Picture source: Elle.nl Top 10 Best Fries in Amsterdam in 2026 Looking for the crispiest, best fries in Amsterdam? You’re in luck. The Dutch capital is famous for its fries—called patat—and in 2026, the fry scene is more exciting than ever. A classic FEBO kroket, straight from the wall automat on Oudezijds Voorburgwal. Own photo […]

New High-End Stripclub in Amsterdam On the Stadhouderskade in Holland’s capital, behind two black-lacquered doors, there is a new high-end stripclub: BonTon. This is the newest stripclub in Amsterdam and it’s definitely not a faded titty-bar where worn-out strippers who spin endlessly around a sticky pole. Rather the opposite! It’s a chic, dark speakeasy, with […]

World’s First 5D Porn Cinema in Amsterdam The Amsterdam 5D Porn Cinema in the Red Light District is a one-of-a-kind experience. As the name suggests, the cinema is designed to give viewers a 5D experience, with each of the five senses being stimulated. The cinema uses special effects to create an immersive environment. The A […]

Group Tour Tourist Ban In Amsterdam Red Light District Because Amsterdam banned guided tours in De Wallen in 2019, we now offer a self-guided audio tour you can enjoy at your own pace. By January 1, 2020, they should be gone from the Amsterdam Red Light District: groups of tourists, shuffling through Amsterdam’s old historical centre […]

Statistics on Drug Use in the Netherlands: Prevalence, Trends, Risks, and Policy Explained Drug use in the Netherlands is rising quietly—confusing data hides real risks. Learn the stats now to stay informed and safe. Prevalence and trends Drug prevalence means “how many people use a drug in a set time.” Most Dutch surveys use three […]

Explore Red Light District With Amsterdam Tour App Please note: Because Amsterdam banned guided tours in De Wallen in 2019, we now offer a self-guided audio tour you can enjoy at your own pace. You often hear it; complaints from locals about tours in Amsterdam’s Red Light District. Tour groups that block the street. But […]

Amsterdam Alcohol Sign To Inform Tourists Amsterdam is using large banners in the Red Light District to inform tourists that drinking alcohol on the streets is not allowed. The banners are placed on – the Oudezijds Voorburgwal and the Oudezijds Achterburgwal – the most visited streets in the area, next to some bars. ‘0.0% zone’. ‘No […]

The Tailor cocktail bar. Picture by: Roï Shiratski 10x Best Amsterdam Red Light District Bars Best Amsterdam Red Light District Bars often disappoint—crowded, pricey, confusing. Skip stress; follow our 2026 top-10 routes. Last updated: 24 March 2026 Top 10 bar profiles Below are the ten bars you asked to feature. Each profile gives simple, scannable […]

Picture source: zoover.nl Does Amsterdam have a Christmas market? Yes, there are many Amsterdam Christmas markets! So where should you be in December for mulled wine, ice-skating, last minute presents and some cozy Dutch atmosphere? We’ve made a list with the 10 best Amsterdam Christmas markets below: Christmas Market at Amsterdam’s Museum Square The monthly […]

Sex Workers in Amsterdam Lose Credit Card Payment Option It’s a safe means of payment and is anti-money-laundering. However, one week ago Amsterdam’s Red Light District credit card payments were no longer an option. The last payment processor has pulled the plug from the payment terminals. “About 30% of all sex workers have such a […]

No More Joints In Coffeeshops In The Netherlands Smoking tobacco will soon be illegal in Amsterdam coffeeshops. Customers will no longer be allowed to light up joints (Wikpedia: a rolled cannabis cigarette) in coffeeshops with tobacco in them. Paul Blokhuis – politician of the Christian Union serving as Dutch state secretary for Health, Welfare & Sports […]

dr. Kate Lister from Whores of Yore. Picture source: Leeds Trinity University Whores of Yore Expert About Sex Work Kate Lister works as a Dr. at Leeds Trinity University but she is more widely known around the world because of her Twitter account @whoresofyore. With Whores of Yore Kate aims to give a voice to the […]

Street Dealers Amsterdam: A Persistent Problem Street dealers in Amsterdam remain a persistent problem despite the deployment of police and other measures. In fact, the problem continues to extend even beyond the city center. As is well known, street dealers cause nuisance and feelings of anxiety among residents and entrepreneurs. Tourists are often stuck with […]

Justine le Clercq On The Amsterdam Brothel Business Back in 2016 it was announced that the Startfoundation – an independent social development company – would start working on setting up the brothel My Red Light in Amsterdam – better known as the ‘municipality brothel’. This Amsterdam brothel was created at the initiative of the former […]

Dutch Drug Gangs Make A Killing Dutch drug gangs produced at least € 18.9 billion of ecstasy and amphetamine in the Netherlands in 2017. Most probably the actual turnover was significantly higher. These striking numbers come from a new study done by the Dutch Police Academy. Dutch Drug Gangs Produce More “Value” Than Philips The € […]

Will A Tax Levy On Amsterdam Drug Dealers Scare Them Off? The tax authorities must be used to deal with the criminal profits of Amsterdam drug dealers that roam the city streets. That is what the CDA (Christian Democratic Appeal) wants in Amsterdam and in the Dutch congress. But is it a feasible plan? 1600 […]

The sex worker exhibition Amsterdam is a creation of Mariska Majoor and her daughter Robin and can be seen from the 21st until the 29th of July, 2018. It’s open on all days. It’s accessible free of charge through the coffee bar of the Old Church. We did a short interview with former sex worker […]

Amsterdam Red Light District Audio Tour In The News Dutch media has reported on our Amsterdam Red Light District Tour. The reason for all the attention is the launch of our new application: Amsterdam Audio Stories. This is the only app that offers an audio tour with 22 experts in Amsterdam’s Red Light District. Moreover […]

Amsterdam Audio Tours App: The Ultimate Guide Become an Amsterdam connoisseur today! From home or in the Netherlands. Listen to fascinating stories from 22 experts. Learn everything about Holland’s most fascinating area with the Amsterdam Audio Tours app. Last updated: 25 March 2026. Since 2019, guided group tours are no longer permitted in De Wallen. We now […]

Amsterdam Drug Consultant August de Loor Gets Medal August de Loor started his work on drugs and drug use in the early 1970’s. He was one of the co-founders of the ‘junkie union’ Medical Service Heroine Users (MDHG), the first interest group in the Netherlands by and for hard drugs addicts. Instead of referring heroin […]

Interview With Russell Shorto Russell Shorto Bio Russell Shorto is an American writer, historian and journalist who’s best known for his book Amsterdam: A History of the World’s Most Liberal City and his book on the Dutch origins of New York City: The Island at the Center of the World. If you’re interested in Amsterdam, liberalism, tolerance and the Dutch […]

FEBO Netherlands: Typical Dutch Food Out Of A Wall Dennis Borst (in picture above) is the current managing director of FEBO Netherlands. He’s also the grandson of Johan de Borst (1919 – 2008),  the founder of the FEBO. Last updated: 25 March 2026 The restaurant chain was originally just a bakery named “Maison FEBO” after the […]

Amsterdam Escape Room Sherlocked What is an escape room? An escape room is a physical adventure game in which players are locked in a room and have to use elements of the room to solve a series of puzzles and escape within a set time limit. The games are designed for groups of two to […]

Amsterdam’s Prostitutes Demonstrate Against Sex Doll Brothels Over 200 sex workers and sympathizers are protesting in Amsterdam against the opening of more Red Light District brothels with just real sex dolls. From the Oudekerksplein, located in the heart of the Red Light District, they walked to city hall, to offer the local mayor a petition. […]

New Permit For Guides In Amsterdam Red Light District (updated on April 02, 2018) From the 1st of April 2018, all tour guides who work in Amsterdam Red Light District will need to have a permit from the City of Amsterdam. This has been decided by the local government. We have been informed about this […]

New Popular Amsterdam Red Light District Documentary Dutch TV broadcaster BNN recently made a very interesting Amsterdam Red Light District Documentary. The documentary makers interviewed prostitutes, residents, brothel owners, brothel cleaners, tourists, strippers, local authorities, our tour company owner and many other experts. The production team contacted us and asked if they could join one […]

What Is The Current Situation Of The Tourism Economy In Amsterdam? “Amsterdam must continue with its city promotion abroad!” That is what the directors of all Amsterdam’s cultural institutions (like the Van Gogh Museum & Rijksmuseum) advocate in Dutch newspaper “Het Parool.” The tourism sector in amsterdam continues to grow. As a result some political parties want […]

Picture by Kippa Evert Elzinga, ANP. Amsterdam Sex Doll Brothel In The Red Light District Dutch television program Spuiten en Slikken (Injecting and Swallowing) opened a “Pop Up Brothel’ in the Red Light District on the 24th of January 2018. There you could have sex with a real doll.  The Amsterdam Sex Doll Brothel was […]

New Local Prostitution Policy In The Netherlands The Dutch municipality Almere, located 22 kilometers away of Amsterdam, plans to make an inventory on whether sex workers in the region want to stop with their work. This is evident from the concept for prostitution policy that was sent to the city council. Almere anticipates a new prostitution […]

Amsterdam Red Light District Etiquette (2026): How to Visit Respectfully Amsterdam’s Red Light District has its own atmosphere, rhythm, and social norms. This guide is not about fines or formal laws. It is about etiquette: how to walk through De Wallen respectfully, how to avoid awkward behavior, and how to act like a decent guest […]

The Best Rated Red Light District Amsterdam Tours Our tour company has been doing Red Light District Amsterdam tours since 2014. Through the years we’ve built up an unbeatable expertise on this most infamous and oldest part of Amsterdam. And that knowledge hasn’t gone unnoticed: our tours have been featured on media channels such as: […]

10 Questions for Mariska Majoor about Prostitution & Amsterdam Red Light District Mariska Majoor is one of Holland’s most well known and respected sex worker experts. She even got a royal distinguishing in 2017 for all the work she’s done. In our exclusive interview with her we’ll talk about prostitution, her interesting experiences in Amsterdam’s Red […]