“It’s A Disaster”: Is Amsterdam’s Iconic Sex District On The Move?

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Amsterdam’s red light district is one of the most famous in the world, but could it soon be moving home? It’s hard to imagine the ‘Dam withouts those glowing neon windows, the canal-side swagger, the stag parties stumbling through De Wallen. But if Mayor Femke Halsema gets her way, this iconic slice of sin might … Read more

The Window Girls of Amsterdam

Window Girls of Amsterdam

If you want to sample the showcase of the red light district of Amsterdam then there is no escaping the lure of the window girls. Using all premium positions from street level upwards, these girls showcase themselves in neon lit booths to entice customers inside. As much a tourist hot spot as an active stomping … Read more

5D Porn: Amsterdam’s New Porno Cinema Experience

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Porn just entered the 5D era. A new 5D sex cinema opened in Amsterdam’s De Wallen red-light district on March 30, offering a fully immersive adult experience. The venue screens 3D porn scenes enhanced with air cannons and water jets for an added sensory effect. Owner Natalie created the concept with help from Dutch porn star Kim Holland. Their collaboration brought 5D Porn to life, … Read more

A Hedonist’s Guide to Legal Highs (and Lows) in Amsterdam

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Planning a hedonistic weekend in Amsterdam and curious about the legal highs available? Amsterdam has long been a playground for pleasure seekers, known for its red-light district and iconic coffee shops. Locals embrace a relaxed, pragmatic attitude, whether indulging themselves or catering to the city’s steady stream of thrill-seeking tourists. With its unique mix of … Read more

Inside De Wallen: Amsterdam’s Famous Sex District

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Planning your first trip to the infamous De Wallen? The centre of prostitution in the capital of the Netherlands for over 800 years, De Wallen is the most famous red-light district in the world. Attracting hundreds of thousands of tourists each year, De Wallen not only offers many people a close-up look at sex workers … Read more

Yab Yum: The Story of Amsterdam’s Most Notorious Brothel

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Amsterdam has earned itself an international reputation for its red light districts and brothels. But no single establishment has contributed more to this status than the historic and high-class bordello, Yab Yum. The famous but innocuous looking building with the green lantern closed its doors to the sex industry in 2008, reinvented itself as a … Read more

Privehuis Brothels in Amsterdam: Privacy Meets Pleasure

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Looking for a more private encounter in Amsterdam? The neon-lit windows of the red-light district may be iconic, but they offer little in the way of discretion. For those who prefer a more low-key experience, dodging the crowds of walking tours, stag parties, and curious tourists can be a challenge. Not everyone wants their personal … Read more