Amstelpark

Amstelpark is an urban park in the southern part of Amsterdam, created for the 1972 Floriade horticultural exhibition and retained as public green space. It functions as a recreational and horticultural site within the Amsterdam park network.

Park highlights include themed gardens such as a rosarium and a Japanese garden, playgrounds and a small miniature railway that runs within the grounds. The park also contains sculpture trails and planted displays established during and after the Floriade.

Amstelpark was laid out for the international horticultural event in 1972 and later adapted for permanent public use, with pathways, planting schemes and visitor facilities added over subsequent decades.

The park is located in the Amsterdam-Zuid area near the Amstel river and adjacent neighbourhoods, accessible by local public transport and cycling routes.

• 1972 Floriade: Created as part of the 1972 Floriade horticultural exhibition and retained afterward as a public urban park in Amsterdam.
• Family facilities: The park contains family facilities and themed gardens making it a popular local recreational area throughout the year.

What to See #

• Rosarium: A dedicated rose garden established as part of the park's horticultural layout, featuring a variety of cultivated rose beds and seasonal displays.
• Japanese garden: A small Japanese garden installed within the park that offers themed planting, water features and a tranquil layout.
• Miniature railway: A short miniature railway that operates within the park and is a regular attraction for families and children.