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Diemen
Spend a half‑day in Diemen (4–6 h), then return to Amsterdam for night‑life or accommodation.
Diemen is a small suburb of Amsterdam with easy tram, metro and train links. Its main draws are the Diemerbos forest, the artificial island Diemer Vijfhoek, a local theatre and a few cafés. One half‑day covers the highlights; longer stays are unnecessary unless you need a base outside Amsterdam.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Nov–Mar (cool, fewer daylight hours)
- Airport
- AMS
- Nights
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Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Benelux ↗Dutch and Belgian police can ask anyone to show identification (in the Netherlands from age 14): carry the original passport or EU ID card — a photocopy is not accepted.
- Benelux ↗Tap-in fares, Dutch and Belgian domestic tickets and Luxembourg's free transport all stop at the border: buy an international ticket for cross-border legs, or you will be fined on board.
- Netherlands ↗The Netherlands is in the EU and the Schengen area; the EU Entry/Exit System applies to non-EU visitors. Check the official EU and Dutch sources for your passport.
- Netherlands ↗Red or marked bike lanes are for bikes: do not walk or stand in them, and look for cyclists before crossing.
- Netherlands ↗Amsterdam has local rules on public drinking, cannabis use in some areas and short-term rentals; check the city's current rules and book licensed accommodation.
- Netherlands ↗The Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum and Keukenhof sell timed tickets online only or mostly; book before you arrive rather than queueing.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Diemen112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Diemen, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR).Netherlands-wide
- SIM or eSIMKPN, Vodafone and Odido run the networks; Lebara and Lyca sell cheap prepaid SIMs in supermarkets and at Schiphol.Netherlands-wide
- Tap waterTap water is among the best in Europe; restaurants may charge for it, so ask.Netherlands-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% for good service; tell the server the total when paying by card.Netherlands-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Netherlands-wide
- SafetyDiemen is a safe residential area; typical city precautions apply – keep an eye on bikes and personal items.
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- RestroomsStations charge about €0.70–1 (≈ US$1–2); cafés expect you to buy something; free urinals (and a few public toilets) in city centres.Netherlands-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 112 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMost museums open daily; shops open on Sunday afternoon in cities but close early in villages.Netherlands-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportAMS Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Train to Amsterdam Zuid, then metro/tram to Diemen, about 30 min total).
- Getting aroundTram 19 (final stop Diemen Sniep) and metro lines 51/53/54 to Weesperplein, then tram.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at House of Bird€2.50–3.50 (≈ US$3–5)
- Metro or bus rideTram 19 single ticket€3.20 (≈ US$4)
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed in Amsterdam, a night, per person€30 (≈ US$35)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €45 (≈ US$55) · Mid €70 (≈ US$85) · High €100 (≈ US$120)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- AMS Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Train to Amsterdam Zuid, then metro/tram to Diemen, about 30 min total)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Mar
Avoid
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Apr
Best
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
May
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Jun
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jul
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Aug
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Sep
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Oct
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Dec
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)), coolest Jan (0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C) low), wettest Dec (11 rain days), driest Jun (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Diemen: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
10 rd
Feb
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
Mar
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
8 rd
Apr
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
7 rd
May
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Jun
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Jul
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 rd
Aug
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6 rd
Sep
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
7 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
9 rd
Nov
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
10 rd
Dec
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
11 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Tram 19 (final stop Diemen Sniep) and metro lines 51/53/54 to Weesperplein, then tram. Two train stations (Diemen, Diemen Zuid) connect to Amersfoort. Biking from Amsterdam centre (≈7 km) is popular.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Diemerbos
goDoor to door: ≈45 min total
Tram 19 to Diemen Sniep, 20 min walk
Marked walking routes, forest atmosphere, some wet sections.
Diemer Vijfhoek
goDoor to door: ≈45 min total
Tram 19 to Diemen Sniep, then short walk
Artificial island with raw nature, good for a brief stroll.
Theater de Omval
goDoor to door: ≈40 min total
Tram 19 to Diemen Sniep, 10 min walk
Local performances; check program in advance.
House of Bird café
goDoor to door: ≈40 min total
Tram 19 to Diemen Sniep, 12 min walk
Coffee and light meals; good stop after walking.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Amsterdam (near Diemen)
No hotels in Diemen; most visitors stay in Amsterdam and use public transport.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €45–70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- Mid
- €70–100 (≈ US$85–120) excl. bed
- High
- €100 (≈ US$120)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hostel dorm bed in Amsterdam1 × 1 night × €30 | €30 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × €45 | €45 |
| OV-chipkaart (incl. 10 € credit)1 × €12 · Check balance before travel | €12 |
| Tram 19 round‑trip fare1 × €4 · Check current price on GVB website | €4 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €9 |
| Trip total≈ €100 per person per day, bed included | €100≈ US$120 |
Closest affordable option for Diemen visitors
2026 estimate in euros; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at House of Bird | €2.50–3.50 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Bicycle rental (hour) | €3–5 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Tram 19 single ticket | €3.20 (≈ US$4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Tram 19 runs only to the far end of Diemen; check schedule for weekend frequency.
- Forest paths in Diemerbos can be wet after rain; wear appropriate shoes.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire and ambulance
- 112
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Naar dit adres, alstublieftTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Fire and ambulance112
Embassy
US consulate in Amsterdam (check address); other embassies in The Hague.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Tram 19 Diemen round‑trip: about €3.20 (≈ US$4) per person (check GVB rates)
Say or show
- Hoeveel kost dit? — How much does this cost? (hoo-veel kost dit)
- Waar is de tramhalte? — Where is the tram stop? (waar is de tram-halte)
- Ik wil graag een koffie, alstublieft — I would like a coffee, please (ik wil graag een koffie alstublieft)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Diemen. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Nov–Mar (cool, fewer daylight hours) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Use Amsterdam as base; buy OV-chipkaart for tram/metro.
- Bike rental in Amsterdam for a 7 km ride to Diemen.
- Combine Diemerbos walk with a visit to Diemer Vijfhoek for a full half‑day.
Sources
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