Wertheimpark, Public park in Plantage district, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Wertheimpark is a public green space in the Plantage district with winding paths, open lawns, and an ornate Empire-style entrance gate. The compact grounds offer room for walking and sitting, with multiple access points from surrounding streets.
This land became Amsterdam's first public park when Napoleon gifted it to the city in 1812. Architect Van der Hart designed its original layout and features.
The Holocaust memorial here shapes how visitors experience the space and its meaning for the city. The monument draws people who wish to pay respects and reflect on the past.
Drinking water facilities are available throughout the park, and multiple entrances make it easy to enter from different directions. The location near Plantage Middenlaan offers straightforward access for visitors.
Two marble sphinx statues stand in the park, having replaced the original zinc versions from the 19th century in 1982. These sculptures are part of the park's traditional look that many visitors notice.
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