Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ, Contemporary concert hall in Eastern Docklands, Netherlands
The Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ features a glass facade with three large balconies overlooking the IJ River and Amsterdam's waterfront.
The concert hall, which opened in 2005, replaced the former Muziekcentrum de IJsbreker that operated for 25 years at Weesperzijde location.
The venue presents contemporary classical music performances in its main auditorium, which seats 720 people and contains adjustable acoustic technology.
Located ten minutes from Amsterdam Central Station, the venue includes a parking garage for 550 cars and houses the Grand Café 4'33 restaurant.
The main auditorium floor sections move independently to stage level, allowing multiple configurations for different types of musical performances.
Location: Amsterdam
Inception: 1997
Architects: 3XN, Kim Herforth Nielsen
Official opening: 2005
Address: Piet Heinkade 1, 1019BR Amsterdam 1019 BR
Website: https://muziekgebouw.nl
GPS coordinates: 52.37793,4.91007
Latest update: May 26, 2025 10:01
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