Sunrise
Sunrise in Amsterdam
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Face east to see today's sunrise in Amsterdam.
Use the map's direction line to align your viewing position before sunrise begins.
The sun rises in the east, but its exact position changes throughout the year. In Amsterdam, this page shows the exact direction so you know where to look.
In Amsterdam, sunrise shifts between northeast in summer and southeast in winter.
Named viewing places in Amsterdam
These are named locations already present with coordinates in SunPoint's curated city data. Check current public access, opening hours, weather and ground conditions before travelling.
- MapNemo Science Museum rooftopVerified named place
Public stepped roof with an open eastern harbour view
- MapA'DAM LookoutVerified named place
High accessible viewpoint over the IJ with an eastern horizon
- MapDiemerpark east shoreVerified named place
Open green space east of the centre with a clear horizon
Tips
- Arrive 20–30 minutes early
- Face the direction shown on the map
- Check cloud cover and dawn temperature
- Choose open ground or elevation