Sarphatipark
Park Urban park in Amsterdam with recreational facilities
Sarphatipark in Amsterdam’s De Pijp is a compact municipal park with lawns, trees and a small pond; locals picnic, jog and sit at nearby cafés while visiting the Albert Cuyp market.
Sarphatipark is a compact urban park in the De Pijp district of Amsterdam, named after the 19th-century city planner Samuel Sarphati. It provides green space, a pond and play areas within a dense residential neighbourhood.
The park contains lawns, tree cover, seating and a small pond that make it a local recreational area for residents and visitors to the De Pijp quarter. It is commonly used for short walks, dog-walking and informal relaxation.
The park was established as part of the 19th-century expansion of Amsterdam and remains a neighbourhood green space rather than a large city park. Facilities are modest and geared to everyday local use.
Sarphatipark sits in the southern-central part of Amsterdam’s canal belt, within walking distance of the Albert Cuyp Market and the cafés and shops of De Pijp.
- Location tip: Located in the De Pijp neighbourhood, it sits a short walk from the Albert Cuyp Market and many cafés, making it a convenient stop on a neighbourhood stroll.
How to Get to Sarphatipark #
From Amsterdam Centraal, take tram 3, 4, 12, or 24 toward De Pijp and alight near Ceintuurbaan/Sarphatipark; it’s a short walk from the Heineken Experience and Albert Cuyp Market. The park is within easy cycling distance from central Amsterdam.
Tips for Visiting Sarphatipark #
- Visit early morning to see dog‑walkers and locals practicing tai chi before tourist foot traffic picks up.
- Bring coffee and sit on the curved benches inspired by Berlage to watch the neighborhood wake.
- Look for subtle Art Nouveau details on surrounding houses that many passersby miss.
Best Time to Visit Sarphatipark #
Best in spring for flowering trees and fall for mellow light; mornings are quieter any season.
Weather & Climate near Sarphatipark #
Sarphatipark's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (863 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 96 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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