A Tribute to the Literary Legacy: The Multatuli Statue
Explore the Multatuli Statue in Amsterdam, a tribute to the iconic writer who championed social justice through powerful literature.
The Multatuli Statue in Amsterdam is a captivating tribute to one of the Netherlands' most revered writers. Located near the historic Torensluis, this statue celebrates the literary genius of Eduard Douwes Dekker, known as Multatuli, who was a passionate advocate for social justice. Tourists visiting this iconic landmark will be inspired by the powerful message of his work as they take in the scenic surroundings of Amsterdam's beautiful canals.
A brief summary to Multatuli Statue
- Torensluis, Amsterdam, Amsterdam-Centrum, NL
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Multatuli Statue.
- Visit early in the morning to enjoy a quieter experience and perfect lighting for photos.
- Combine your visit with a stroll along the nearby canals for a complete Amsterdam experience.
- Look for the accompanying plaque to learn more about Multatuli's significant impact on Dutch literature.
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Getting There
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Walking
If you're starting from the Amsterdam Central Station, exit the station and head towards the main square in front of the station. From there, walk straight down Damrak for about 10 minutes until you reach Dam Square. At Dam Square, turn left onto Kalverstraat and continue until you reach the end of the street. Turn right onto Spui, and then take the first left onto the Singel canal. Continue walking along the canal until you reach Torensluis. The Multatuli Statue will be located right by the canal at the address Torensluis, 1016 BD Amsterdam.
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Tram
From Amsterdam Central Station, take tram line 1, 2, or 5. Get off at the 'Spui' stop. Once you exit the tram, walk straight along Spui street, then take the first left onto the Singel canal. Continue until you reach Torensluis. The Multatuli Statue will be on your right by the canal at the address Torensluis, 1016 BD Amsterdam.
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Bicycle
If you have rented a bicycle, start from the Amsterdam Central Station and head southwest towards the Dam Square. From there, cycle down Kalverstraat and take a right onto Spui. Follow Spui until you reach the Singel canal and turn left. Ride along the canal until you reach Torensluis. The Multatuli Statue will be on your right side at the address Torensluis, 1016 BD Amsterdam.
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