Frequently Asked Questions: Walk

GENERAL

How can I experience Amsterdam Light Festival by foot?

With our Festival App! You can find multiple walking experiences in the app.

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Light Walk: with the Light Walk (€ 6.99) you'll unlock the route map with GPS functionality. It includes an audio guide, or you can read all about the artworks, artists and behind the scenes facts. Next to that, there are exclusive hospitality offers. The app is available for download in the Apple Store or Google Play.

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Foodwalk: after last year's success, we will offer multiple different Foodwalks for Edition 14. They all include the Light Walk.

Streetfood Walk: taste four streetfood-style bites on the way
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Amsterdam Walk: pick up three typical Amsterdams bites and drinks
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Oyster Walk: four locations, eight oysters prepared in various ways
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Cocktail Walk: sip on three signature cocktails (0.0% also possible)
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Early Dinner Walk: enjoy a starter and a main course before the Light Walk
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Late Dinner Walk: enjoy a main course and dessert after the Light Walk
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Kids Walk: for the little adventurers we introducte the Kids Walk (€ 3.99), with texts about the artworks and a treasure hunt element (with a small prize at the end!). The route has been split into two parts, so you can decide how long you want to walk. 

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Do I need a ticket to walk the route?

It is not mandatory to purchase tickets to see the artworks, however, with our walking experiences you will get access to an audio guide and all information necessary. There will be no information at the artworks. Reason for this is that, as a cultural foundation, we cannot exist without the contribution of our visitors.

Do I need to book a date and time slot for the walk?

With the festival app you can walk anytime the lights are on. Check out the opening hours here.

The Foodwalks can only be done on selected days, more info will follow soon.

How long is the route?

The walking route is approximately 6.5 kilometers in total. This takes about 1.5-3 hours, depending on your speed.

What is the route?

The artworks are placed along the canals of Amsterdam. You can find the exact route and more information in our app, which can be found in the Google Play or Apple Store soon. By purchasing the route, you support the art and the foundation tremendously.

Are there toilets on the route?

We are unable to facilitate this ourselves. However, you can check out this page on the website of the City of Amsterdam for an overview of public toilets.

FESTIVAL APP

Where can I get the app?

The app will be available on 1 November. You can download the app from the Play Store and App Store, by searching for 'Amsterdam Light Festival'. Or click one of the buttons below.

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Does the app contain the route?

Yes, download the festival app and purchase a walking experience to also access the route map.

What does the app cost?

The app is free, the walking products all have different prices.

What do I get with the route map?

The free app includes basic information about the festival and updates. The paid walks give you access to the route, audio guide, artwork locations and all the information about the artworks and artists.

Can I view the map at home before I begin my walk?

Yes you can, we will make the map available for purchase in-app from November 27 onwards.

Will the map be available for 48 hours again this year?

No, once you’ve purchased the map in the app, you can view it during the entire festival period.

Where do I begin my walk?

You may start the route wherever you want, the artworks are not placed in a particular order. If you are not familiar with Amsterdam Light Festival, a good place to start is Central Station, or our information point at Blauwbrug near Waterlooplein. 

I have not come across any artworks. How is this possible?

The 'free' maps on the internet do not contain the right information. To prevent disappointment, please only consult our official communication channels.

I do not have a smartphone for the digital map. What now?

At one of our information points you can purchase a printed map. Please note that we only have small quantities of the map available as they are only meant for visitors without a (working) mobile phone.

Where can I find the information point?

On the Blauwbrug (check out the Google Maps location here) and at A Beautiful Mess (check out the Google Maps location here). Opened from Thu til Sun from 4.30-9.00 p.m., daily during the Christmas Break (20 Dec til 4 Jan). Closed on 25 and 31 December, A Beautiful Mess is also closed on 12 and 18 December due to a private event.

FOODWALK

What is the Foodwalk?

The Foodwalk is a culinary walk past the artworks. You will receive the Light Walk in the festival app, with all artwork information including an audio guide and behind-the-scenes facts. Along the way you pick up bites/drinks at participating restaurants. Check out more info above.

How does it work?

You purchase one ticket per person in our ticket shop. You'll receive an email with further instructions on downloading the app. With the app (Light Walk), you follow the route and navigate to the restaurants. The app contains a punch card to pick up your bite/drink, which is activated by scanning a QR code at the restaurant.

What does the Foodwalk include?

There are different kinds of Foodwalks this year. In any case, you'll get the app including the Light Walk (worth € 6.99).

Do you food take allergies into account?

You can choose between vegetarian and non-vegetarian Foodwalks. Unfortunately, we cannot make any further adjustments to the bites, due to the simple fact that the restaurants also have to serve their regular menu and guests.

KIDS WALK

What is it?

This walking experience was created for kids. It contains artwork information in understandable language, fun facts about the art, pictures, quiz questions and a scavenger hunt.

How does the scavenger hunt work?

At every artwork a light box is placed; these are illuminated pillars with a QR code and some text about the artwork. They also contain fireflies, little light dots. These can be crossed off on the punch card in the app.

How long is the Kids Walk?

You can do the entire (±6.5 km) route or a half one (±3.25 km). In the app they are called Route A and Route B.

When is the Kids Walk?

Evey day that the lights are on (check out our dates & hours). For picking up the prize, you need to be at an information point before 9.00 p.m. as they will close.

For what age is the Kids Walk suitable?

We recommend the walk for kids between 7 and 12 years old. But, younger is definitely possible with guidance of an adult.

Can I do the Light Walk or Foodwalk at the same time?

Yes, you can do it on 1 phone. However, you will need to switch between the maps, so a second device would be practical.

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