Westertoren

Westertoren

I saw this in 1989 and again in June 2022. I saw it this time on a canal cruise. The tower was completed in 1638 and is the highest church tower in Amsterdam. It is 283 feet and is crooked.

Landmark Clock Tower

This is the clock tower that is part of Westerkerk. It serves as a landmark as you walk around the Jordaan district. It shows up in the background of many of our canal photos.

Clock Tower to Admire

The Westertoren is the tower on the Westerkerk. This is not far from Dam Square and really close to the Anne Frank Huis. It has some really beautiful architecture and can be admired both near and f...

lovely area.....

Located in the Jordaan district next to the canal, built in the early 1600's stands this rather impressive clock, tower,

Can not be climbed, but still worth a visit

Due to restoration work the tower can not be climbed for the next couple of years. Still to walk around the area is well worth it, especially if you take some distance from the tower. For instance ...