Torensluis, Amsterdam

Completed in the mid-17th century and measuring around 42 meters in width, the Torensluis (tower lock) is the city's widest bridge – and one of its oldest. The vast size – and the name – is down to the tower that originally stood on the site until its demolition in the mid 19th century, the foundations of which are still visible both in the paving of the bridge itself and in the dungeon below. Look out for the barred windows and arched entrance to the prison cells nestled under the bridge, now open to the public and used to host events and exhibitions. The edges of the tower foundations can still be seen in the bridge's pavement.

Apart from the beautiful and panoramic views, the main attractions on this bridge are a statue of Dutch writer Multatuli (one of the most important people of letters in the Netherlands, and an anti-colonialist), as well as the large, sunny terraces of Villa Zeezicht and Café van Zuylen.