De Bierkoning

Medieval Centre & Red Light District


Not only does De Bierkoning stock more than 2000 varieties of beer (with an emphasis on Belgian, German, British and, of course, Dutch brews) but it also has a vast beer glass selection, T-shirts with beer logos, and beer guidebooks to the region. It also carries a small array of ciders.


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Nearby Medieval Centre & Red Light District attractions

1. Royal Palace

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2. Kalverstraat

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3. Papegaai

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4. Madame Tussauds Amsterdam

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5. Nieuwe Kerk

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6. Dam

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7. Below the Surface

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8. Rokin

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