About AmsterCats
A Celebration of Our City's Feline Sentinels
Walk down any street in Amsterdam and you'll notice them: the silent observers perched on windowsills or cafe windows, surveying their canal-side kingdoms with regal indifference. They are the window cats of Amsterdam, and this is their chronicle.
Our Mission
We're documenting the furry inhabitants from the Jordaan to De Pijp, from houseboats along the Prinsengracht to grand canal houses on the Herengracht, these cats have become as much a part of Amsterdam's character as its bridges and bicycles.
What We Do
This project maps, photographs, and celebrates the window cats that make our daily walks more delightful. Each entry captures a moment in the life of these urban felines: a lazy afternoon sprawl, an alert gaze at passing cyclists, or a contemplative stare at the rain.
Why AmsterCats?
In a city where looking into ground-floor windows is practically a pastime, the cats have become unofficial neighborhood ambassadors. They remind us to pause, to notice small moments of beauty, and to appreciate the quieter side of city life.
Join the Community
Spotted a window cat on your street? Share your sighting with us. Together, we're creating a living map of Amsterdam's most photogenic residents—one whisker at a time.