Weteringplantsoen, Public square and park in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Weteringplantsoen is a public square in Amsterdam with open grass areas, mature trees, and walking paths throughout. The site sits beside the Singelgracht canal and contains seating where visitors can rest.
The square formed around 1845 on the site of a former fortification, where a mill had previously stood. The land was then transformed into the public space that exists today.
A memorial here honors those who died during the German occupation, serving as a place where visitors can reflect on the city's past. The square functions as a quiet spot where locals and travelers pause to remember.
The square is easy to reach by tram and is well-connected to other neighborhoods by walking paths. Visitors can access the area conveniently and continue to nearby destinations on foot or by public transport.
The square is home to a bronze statue of writer Simon Carmiggelt, created by sculptor Kees Verkade. The statue depicts the author whose works many residents of the city still read and appreciate.
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