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The Amsterdam Proposal

Pop the question on the canals of the Venice of the North

€300-450
5 hours
April-October
Proposal

Your Evening Timeline

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16:00

Meet Your Secret Photographer

Near Magere Brug

€200-350

Booking required

Brief your photographer on the plan. The Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug) is Amsterdam's most romantic spot. They'll position themselves to capture the moment discreetly.

Address: Amstel River, near Magere Brug

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Share outfit colors and the exact signal you'll give before proposing.

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17:00

Private Canal Boat Tour

Private boat departure

€150-250

Booking required

Board your private canal boat with champagne waiting. Cruise through the most beautiful canals as the late afternoon light turns golden. Your captain knows the plan and will time everything perfectly.

Address: Custom pickup location

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Request to stop at the Skinny Bridge around sunset. This is your moment.

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18:30

The Proposal at Magere Brug

Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge)

Included in boat

As your boat approaches the illuminated Skinny Bridge, ask the captain to stop. Propose on the boat with the bridge glowing behind you, or step onto the bridge itself if possible. Your photographer captures everything.

Address: Amstel River between Kerkstraat and Nieuwe Kerkstraat

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The bridge lights up at dusk – time this moment perfectly.

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19:30

Champagne Celebration

Restaurant Bridges or A'DAM Lookout

€50-80

Booking required

Celebrate your engagement! Bridges offers canal views in a historic setting. A'DAM Lookout offers 360-degree city views from the top. Both are special enough for this moment.

Address: Sofitel Legend The Grand or Overhoeks

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Mention it's an engagement celebration – they'll make it extra special.

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20:30

Engagement Dinner

Ciel Bleu Restaurant

€200-300 for two

Booking required

Celebrate at one of Amsterdam's finest restaurants. Two Michelin stars, panoramic city views, and exquisite French-Japanese cuisine. Every detail is perfect for this perfect evening.

Address: Hotel Okura, Ferdinand Bolstraat 333

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Book 2-3 weeks ahead. Request a window table for views.

Booking Checklist

  • Photographer: Book 2+ weeks ahead
  • Private boat: Book 1-2 weeks ahead, mention proposal
  • Ciel Bleu: Book 2-3 weeks ahead
  • Ring: Triple-check you have it!

Weather Backup

Rain plan: Propose inside the boat (still romantic) or at Conservatorium Hotel's Tunes Bar (elegant indoor option).

Estimated Total

€600-1000