Artworks and sculptures in Amersfoort

Notable Artworks and Sculptures

Amersfoort’s public art landscape features a diverse range of historical memorials and contemporary installations. This collection highlights significant monuments like Armando’s 'De Ladder' at the former Kamp Amersfoort and the Schuilplaatsverlenersmonument, which honors those who provided shelter during conflict. Modern highlights include 'De Viking', a wooden sculpture of Björn Järnsida crafted from reclaimed timber, and the large-scale 'It takes two to tango' situated on the Stichtse Rotonde. These works offer a unique perspective on the city's heritage and urban design.

Notable Artworks and Sculptures — Map

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A

De Stenen Man

A stone memorial statue and heritage site located in Amersfoort.

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B

De Viking

A wooden sculpture of the Viking king Björn Järnsida, constructed using timber salvaged from demolished houses.

C

Het Hammetje

A whimsical, fairy-tale-style fort located on the edge of the Ham Viswaterplas pond.

D

Tolerantiepoort

A symbolic gate sculpture representing tolerance.

E

De Ladder

A towering monument created by artist Armando to commemorate the history of the former Kamp Amersfoort concentration camp.

F

It takes two to tango

A large-scale 1989 sculpture by Jan van Munster situated at the Stichtse Rotonde traffic circle.

G

IJsvogel

A public sculpture depicting a kingfisher.

H

Hoefdier

A statue depicting a hoofed animal.

I

Arc

A modern arc-shaped sculpture.

J

Het open boek van Poliphilo

A sculpture representing the open book of Poliphilo.

K

De Trechter

A modern public sculpture titled The Funnel.

L

Menhir

A contemporary standing stone or menhir-style sculpture.

M

De Schaal van Tertulia

A public art piece known as the Scale of Tertulia.

N

Sofie en de Draken

A sculpture titled Sofie and the Dragons.

O

Kangoeroe

A sculpture of a kangaroo located in a public space.

P

Schuilplaatsverlenersmonument

A memorial monument dedicated to those who provided shelter to people in hiding during the war.

Q

Grebbeliniedijk

A sculpture situated along the historic Grebbelinie defense line dike.

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