Timeline
20:46
Grab a coffee or a light bite at Elixer. The restaurant focuses on circular economy and locally sourced food, offering a calm start to the afternoon.
21:14
Walk from Elixer to the Bijlmermonument. This site commemorates the residents who lost their lives in the 1992 Boeing 747 crash. Take a moment to read the history and absorb the quiet atmosphere of the memorial.
21:46
Head to Gaasperpark to watch the sunset. On this date, the sun sets directly behind the Bijlmermonument from this vantage point. The park offers a peaceful lake and nature reserve setting to conclude the view.
Local tip
The walk from Elixer to the monument is about 14 minutes. The walk from the monument to Gaasperpark is longer (28 minutes), so allow enough time to reach the viewing spot before the sun dips.
Check before you go
- Elixer is open We-Su 12:00-23:00.
- Check the sunset time for your specific date if visiting outside the May-June window, as alignment and timing vary.
Worth knowing
- Sun position is calculated. We have not confirmed the view is unobstructed.
- Elixer is open at 20:46 only on We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
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