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What secrets does the Entrepotdoksluis hold? This unassuming lock, bridge number 80, is more than just a passage between the Entrepotdok and the Nieuwe Vaart. The Entrepotdoksluis whispers tales of Amsterdam’s rich trading history. The Entrepotdok itself, once the Nieuwe Rapenburgergracht, was a bustling hub for goods from around the world. Imagine the year is 1827. Amsterdam, facing stiff competition, establishes the Algemeen Rijksentrepot, the General Government Warehouse, right here at the Entrepotdok. This bonded warehouse allowed goods to be stored duty-free until they entered the market, boosting Amsterdam’s transit trade. The Entrepotdoksluis became the gateway to this vibrant economic center. The lock, built in 1840, originally had a double wooden drawbridge. But the constant flow of ships demanded a more robust structure. In 1903, the current iron and steel drawbridge, designed by Wichert Arend de Graaf, took its place. This bridge, with its decorative ironwork balustrades, is a testament to the city’s ingenuity. Its 13.44-meter passage allowed even large vessels to access the Entrepotdok. In 1911, the Entrepotdoksluis bridge received an electric upgrade, further modernizing this vital link in Amsterdam’s waterways. The Entrepotdoksluis stands as a silent witness to the evolution of Amsterdam’s trade. From its humble beginnings as a wooden drawbridge to its current steel form, it reflects the city’s growth and adaptation. The Entrepotdoksluis, a seemingly simple lock and bridge, offers a glimpse into Amsterdam’s vibrant past and its enduring connection to global commerce.

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