Haveneiland, Artificial island in Amsterdam-Oost, Netherlands.
Haveneiland is an artificial island in Amsterdam-Oost, covering about 146 hectares and forming the largest constructed section of IJburg. A grid pattern of streets and rectangular building blocks organizes the space in a structured and logical way.
Construction of the island began in 1997 as part of Amsterdam's urban expansion to create new residential space. The first residents moved into completed buildings by 2004.
The streets and canals here carry names of photographers and filmmakers, reflecting Amsterdam's deep connection to visual arts and film. Walking through these named routes, you encounter daily reminders of the city's creative heritage woven into the urban layout.
Tram line 26 connects several stops along IJburglaan to Amsterdam Central Station, departing every four minutes during peak hours. This frequent service makes it easy to reach the island from the city center at almost any time.
A marina on the island connects to the IJ lake through a lock system, allowing boats to travel directly from the city center. The waterfront park on the eastern side provides a peaceful vantage point across the water.
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