Vijzelgracht

Vijzelgracht
The Vijzelgracht around 1930, shortly before being filled in 1933
LocationAmsterdam
Postal code1017
Coordinates52°21′39″N 4°53′28″E / 52.360833°N 4.891111°E / 52.360833; 4.891111
North endLijnbaansgracht
ToPrinsengracht

The Vijzelgracht is a street and former canal in Amsterdam. The Vijzelgracht is adjacent to the Grachtengordel (canal belt) and is an extension of one of the most important city radii for public transport and normal traffic. This through route leads via Vijzelstraat, Rokin, Dam Square and Damrak to Central Station. To the south of Vijzelgracht, the Nieuwe Vijzelstraat connects to Weteringschans.