Rembrandt Monument

Rembrandtplein is the main square in the center of Amsterdam named after the famous painter Rembrandt van Rijn, who from 1639 to 1656 was the owner of a house nearby.

The square has its origin in defensive walls built in the Middle Ages to protect the city. By 1655, the city expanded beyond this area and began to attract visitors to farmers who sold butter, dairy and poultry products in the city, which gave the square the name Botermarkt.

Every year, fairs were held on the square, and stalls for farmers replaced dance orchestras and circus tents. The market changed its name to Rembrandtplein in 1876, when the sculpture of Rembrandt by sculptor Louis Royer was moved from the perimeter to the center of the square.

At the beginning of the 20th century, the square became the center of young people and artists' nightlife. The square has several hotels, restaurants, cafes, pubs and entertainment venues.