De Pijp: life around the Albert Cuyp
From the market to the Sarphatipark. Why De Pijp remains one of the most beloved neighbourhoods in the city.
Lisette Lokers·February 2026·5 min read
From the market to the Sarphatipark. De Pijp is perhaps the most vibrant neighbourhood in Amsterdam, and you feel it on every corner.
The rhythm of the neighbourhood
Around the Albert Cuypmarkt it is always busy. Market traders, coffee bars, small specialist shops and an endless choice of food from all over the world. De Pijp is a neighbourhood that never quite stands still.
And yet there is tranquility to be found. The Sarphatipark, the quiet side streets and the inner courtyards offer a counterweight to the bustle of the main thoroughfares.
De Pijp is the city in miniature: busy and calm, old and young, everything within walking distance.
Who is it for?
De Pijp draws people who want to be in the thick of life. Starters, young families and everyone who loves a neighbourhood with character and its own pace.
Estate agent at Lokers. Writes about the Amsterdam market, the neighbourhoods and everything involved in buying, selling and renting.
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