Ijmuiden

– Condomerie (15′)
The Condomerie is the first condom speciality shop and the oldest in the world. Founded in Amsterdam in 1987 as an informative point to solve doubts about AIDS. You can find condoms of all kinds, colours and shapes, they offer more than 40 brands.

– Weed Regulation – Coffee shops and smart shops (20′)
In the Netherlands, selling drugs is illegal. However, the Dutch government tolerates the sale of soft drugs in so-called coffee shops. Their owners will not be prosecuted if their establishment meets strict requirements, the so-called toleration policy. During the tour, we will visit the first and most famous coffee shop, The Bulldog.

– Oude Kerk and the Belle (15′)
The Oude Kerk, the Old Church, is Amsterdam’s oldest building and newest art institute (since 2012).
A statue titled “Belle”, honours the prostitutes of the world. The plaque on this statue reads (in English): “Respect sex workers all over the world”.

– Sex workers, the windows and regulations (40′)
Prostitution has been legal in the Netherlands since 1830 but everything started centuries ago mainly with the sailors. You will discover the origins of the red light, how it developed the business until the cabins, and how they are considered now sex workers. For example: Any sex business must obtain a license from a municipality, certifying that it has fulfilled the legal requirements to operate.

– Evolution of the Neighborhood Origins and Present (20´)
The Red Light District of Amsterdam has existed since the 14th century. At that time, the harbour was not far from there. That is why, a lot of immigrants were living there and how prostitution started. But currently, you can find sex workers, coffee shops, parties, and culture.