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Sunset in Amsterdam

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Sunset
10:04 PM
Direction
Northwest(312°)
Sunrise
5:19 AM

Face northwest to see tonight's sunset in Amsterdam.

Use the map's direction line to align your viewing position before sunset.

The sun sets in the west, but its exact position changes throughout the year. In Amsterdam, this page shows the exact direction so you know where to look.

In Amsterdam, sunset shifts between northwest in summer and southwest in winter.

Best places to see sunset in Amsterdam

  • A'DAM Lookout
    Map

    Same high deck — looks west over the IJ and central Amsterdam at sunset

  • Westerpark
    Map

    Large western park with open lawns and a clear horizon at dusk

  • Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge)
    Map

    Iconic Amstel bridge with a long western view down the river at golden hour

Tips

  • Arrive 20–30 minutes before sunset
  • Face the direction shown on the map
  • Check cloud cover near the western horizon
  • A clear horizon and a city skyline often produce the best photos
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