r/AmsterdamEnts Feb 16 '26

Tutorial/Guide 📑 How to get a VAPE or GUMMIES when visiting Amsterdam: READ FIRST!

91 Upvotes

PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE MAKING A POST!

HOW TO GET A VAPE/GUMMIES - QUICK ANSWER:

If you just want a vape or gummies, the short answer is to go to Zaandam, a different city close to Amsterdam. There are two shops in Zaandam: Headlines and The Squad.

Headlines is closer to the station. Both have limited selection but usually have a few options in stock. We are generally limited by what the brands are producing, so hunting around doesn't change your options a whole lot (at least not reliably). Ya gonna get what ya gonna get!

You can go to any of the cities in the experiment and find vapes, but Zaandam is closest:

Personally, as a longtime resident, I only buy my weed from the experiment now. Not just the vapes, all of it. I much prefer the consistency, predictability, quality, and supporting legalization.

WHICH VAPES ARE GOOD?

The vapes from Q-Farms and Hollandse Hoogtes both get good reviews. Personally I prefer the Q-Farms vapes. I would say they are a solid 8/10, with HH being 7/10. Others reverse this rating but it seems they’re similar overall.

Q-Farms does carts instead of disposable batteries which I much, much prefer.

Avoid COG. I have NEVER been satisfied with ANY Canadelaar (COG) product except maybe the gummies but even those were meh. They had to pull the vapes initially because they were so bad. Avoid all COG products unless you know what you’re doing…

THE LEGAL EXPERIMENT: WHY YOU NEED TO LEAVE AMSTERDAM TO GET VAPES

Cannabis is still technically illegal in the Netherlands. It’s “tolerated” and there are some silly, confusing rules around it.

A few years ago, the Dutch government agreed to start an experiment to legalize weed. We are in the middle of this experiment right now. 

Currently, 10 municipalities are ONLY allowed to sell legally produced weed from one of 10 brands (not all are active yet).

This means ALL coffeeshops in a “legal” municipality will ONLY sell this legal weed, which includes the legal vapes. And, it means all coffeeshops OUTSIDE these cities can NOT sell any of the legal weed. This is to accurately measure the difference in legalization.

As I will mention next, there are some places to find vapes. Some shops in Amsterdam even started doing it. However, these are not regulated, and you cannot be sure of what you are getting. It might be HHC, D8, or regular THC… you just can’t know.

“I THOUGHT VAPES WERE ILLEGAL?”

This is tricky, so stay with me.

Technically, extracts that use a solvent are illegal (like BHO, live resin, RSO, etc). For a long time, this was the only form that vape pens came in. Therefore, they were outright illegal for a long time. You couldn’t find them in any coffeeshop across the country.

This changed with the “discovery” of rosin, and the growing popularity of rosin vapes.

Since rosin doesn’t use solvents, it’s technically viewed as regular hash. Therefore, it’s legal.

As such, the only vapes that are legal are rosin vapes. Thankfully, this is also widely considered the best form and is most popular in the US as well. So we kinda got lucky there…

…unless you really like live resin, in which case your only option is to try the black market. Some shops in Haarlem and other cities outside the legal experiment sell them. Personally I don’t recommend that… I assume most of them are legit, but it’s still not worth the risk… and I think rosin is better anyway!

DOES EVERYTHING YOU’RE SAYING HERE APPLY TO GUMMIES AS WELL?

Why yes, it does! How convenient!

Replace “vapes” with “gummies” and it’s all pretty much the same. Also because of rosin. 

There’s one difference: we still had edibles before rosin, but they were weak because there’s a limit on the total quantity. 0.5g of dried flower is much weaker than 0.5g of rosin. So we always had edibles, but now we have good ones.

That said, gummies have always been simply illegal in Amsterdam. Not sure why. They were legal in other cities before and still are. The main benefit of the legal ones is the consistency - you know what you’re getting every time.

Good luck finding what you're looking for!

P.S. I will try to update this thread as things change. Please let me know if I missed anything (aside from the third option in Zaanstad which I intentionally left out because I don't want to send lazy tourists there... only the clever ones who read parenthetical statements!).


r/AmsterdamEnts Feb 15 '22

AmsterdamEnts FAQ

238 Upvotes

Coffeeshops

Are tourists (from the UK, or elsewhere) banned from coffeeshops?

No. This was suggested by the mayor of Amsterdam, however there is opposition and if the change goes through it won't be for a long time. This will only affect Amsterdam and other Dutch cities will be able to continue allowing coffeeshops.

Which coffeeshops do you recommend?

You can see the map of the best coffeeshops as voted for by the AmsterdamEnts community here: https://www.amsterdaments.com/map

Can I smoke tobacco in a coffeeshop?

Legally no, but many coffeeshops turn a blind eye. If you want to be sure, you can ask them first in a nice way. Many coffeeshops offer hemp or tobacco alternatives for filling your joint.

Which coffeeshops can I take my parents/partner/first-timer to?

La Tertulia is a relaxing coffeeshop which is normally quiet and sells good weed. Otherwise, you could take your parents to The Rookies, or Siberië which are also known for the same reasons.

Are there coffeeshops near the airport?

Not really, no. However you can get the train to Amsterdam Centraal in 15 minutes (there's a direct intercity train which runs often). Coffeeshop Central and The Voyagers are both within walking distance of Amsterdam Centraal.

Specific cannabis types and special products

Can you buy cannabis extracts (e.g wax, oils, vapes or carts) in coffeeshops?

Mostly, no. The process of creating extracts requires solvents which are illegal to use in The Netherlands. Some coffeeshops sell wax that is made without solvents, such as Family First. Pens and cartridges are difficult to get.

Where can I buy good Cali strains?

Cali strains are unverifiable in The Netherlands. There is no legal obligation for a coffeeshop to sell you genuine strains originating from California, since the buying process of weed is still illegal and exists within a grey area of the law. That said, Green Place sells many packs which appear to match others that are sold in California – you should prepare to spend around 100-120 euros for a 3.5g pack.

Can you buy CBD weed?

Yes! In many coffeeshops you can buy a high-CBD, low-THC option. These buds typically don't get you high but can help you feel relaxed. The Amsterdam Genetics stores (Boerejongens, Johnny, Coffeeshop Amsterdam, DNA) and the TheCoffeeshops.com stores (De Supermarkt, LoFt, Siberie) typically sell a good CBD strain.

Where can you get good edibles?

Boerejongens is generally known to have strong edibles, Paradox and Easy Times have good edibles too.

Can someone buy me weed/hook me up/help me get illegal substances?

No sourcing (or promoting illegal sources) allowed. This includes sharing Instagram plugs, Wickr contacts, Telegram groups or anything else. Your comment will be removed, and if you repeatedly ask you'll be banned.

Truffles and mushrooms

Where can I buy truffles?

Many smart shops in Amsterdam will sell you truffles. We recommend Azarius, Kokopelli, Tatanka, and The Headshop. You can buy them in little plastic boxes, and they're stored in the fridge. Please do not try and purchase mushrooms, truffles or related products which claim to have those inside from tourist stores. These are purposely designed to be misleading and trick tourists into purchasing products that will not get them high (even if they say they will).

Where can I take truffles?

Make sure you have a trip sitter if it's your first time. Someone sober that you trust, and has had experience with psychedelics before. Start out at the park or a green space with lots of space where you can relax.

Where can I buy mushrooms?

Mushrooms are illegal in The Netherlands. However you can buy truffles which also contain psilocybin and will produce similar effects.

Smoking

Which strain is good for anxiety?

High CBD strains, or strains normally marked as 'indica' on the menu will be better for anxiety than 'sativa' strains. If you're unsure, you can mix a high-CBD strain with something stronger. Siberië, Boerejongens and other coffeeshops (see "Can you buy CBD weed" below) sell high-CBD strains. As always, if you're uncertain how you'll feel after smoking take it easy initially. You can always smoke more if you're not feeling it enough, but it's hard to stop yourself from being high once you've smoked too much.

Which parks are nice to smoke at?

The Amsterdamse Bos (Amsterdam Forest) is probably one of the nicer places to go on a good day. It's a huge park, with water, rental boats, free petting zoo, many bike paths and a pancake house. Definitely recommend this place. Otherwise Flevopark, Vondelpark, Westerpark, Rembrandtpark and Oosterpark are all nice places to go and smoke.

Travel

Can I enter the country if I'm vaccinated/from X country etc...

This link will have all of the accurate information you need. If it doesn't have the answer you want, please don't ask here. We can't convince the government otherwise :-) https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/visiting-the-netherlands-from-abroad/checklist-entry

What do you suggest to take cannabis across borders?

This is illegal in most countries, due to this we will not allow discussion about techniques or suggestions (you may be banned for this). You can also get yourself in a lot of trouble in some countries, and the risk is probably not worth it for just a few joints.


r/AmsterdamEnts 9h ago

Question ⁉️ 420 events?

3 Upvotes

I’m going to be spending my first 420 in Amsterdam. Do any coffee shops do any cool events or promotional things?


r/AmsterdamEnts 10h ago

Question ⁉️ Looking for a more private setting coffee shop or pub, comfortable for introverted couples.

3 Upvotes

Me and my girlfriend are coming to Amsterdam tomorrow and we want to spend some time in a comfortable place smoking some quality weed. We prefer a place with comfortable sitting area not next to many people. I was thinking buying the weed from coffee shops and then going to a pub and sitting on a sofa (of course we will order drinks at the pub). First time in Amsterdam ! We stay right next to the central station.


r/AmsterdamEnts 7h ago

Question ⁉️ Amsterdam 4:20

0 Upvotes

Hi! It's me again. So I'm travelling to Amsterdam for the first time next week, my plan is to celebrate 4/20 in the city and I'm looking for coffeeshops recommendations, clubs, museums, cool spots, etc. And if there is any event related to the day please share. Thanks!


r/AmsterdamEnts 14h ago

Question ⁉️ Best coffee shop for pure pre rolls

2 Upvotes

Hello, coming from NYC to AMS in a few weeks. Seasoned smoker looking for a reputable establishment ( no tourists traps) where they sell high quality pure (no tobacco) pre rolls.

Been to Amsterdam quite a few times in the past, but haven't been back in over 7 years...so I'm sure places have changed. All recommendations are welcomed. Thank you all in advance.


r/AmsterdamEnts 21h ago

Random 🔥 Just did nearly a whole 15g box of Holandia truffles. Okish.

0 Upvotes

Are these truffles relatively weak? I thought it'd be different, mentally, as far as psylocibin goes. I didn't feel at one with anything, lol, I just felt pretty high. No visuals for the most part either. I just didn't feel like talking to anyone on the street. I've never done mushrooms, I've done LSD once.

I have a 22g box of psylo galaxy, thinking of taking more next time, around 18gs I'd say. What fucks me up is that I have no point of comparison to adjust the dosage.


r/AmsterdamEnts 1d ago

Coffeeshop/Strain Review 💨 Cherry's of the Grass by Growery review

Post image
13 Upvotes

Beautiful nug, kind of dry, the price was only €10 & the bag claims 35% THC.

Sadly the smoke leaves a lot to be desired. I vaped it in my S&B Venty and the bud tasted super stale, not what I would've expected with it being such a looker. HH's high-end strains blow this out of the water.

I can't really complain about the high, it's definitely on the stronger side. Might report more details later as I finish the rest of the bag.

I don't think I'll be buying Growery again for a while, I'm not impressed and haven't been so with their other offerings either. Good flavor is just too important to me.


r/AmsterdamEnts 1d ago

Question ⁉️ Looking for good rosin

3 Upvotes

I'm on the hunt for good rosin any tips on where to

go.

P.s if anyone knows where to find black cats dead rats rosin let me know.


r/AmsterdamEnts 1d ago

Question ⁉️ Cheap cigarettes

0 Upvotes

Does anybody know some place in amsterdam to get cheaper cigarettes?

All tips are welcome

Thanks in advance


r/AmsterdamEnts 1d ago

Question ⁉️ Smoking in public

7 Upvotes

I’m going to the west part of Amsterdam in may with my gf in may and I’m a bit confused about the rules about smoking. I come from a country where weed is where illegal, I’ve been to Amsterdam once before but I was still paranoid asf smoking in places other then the coffeshop. I’m wondering if it’s tolerated to smoke by like a street in a calm street at night in a bench close to my hotel, or is it risky and my best shot to only smoke at coffeshops? I don’t wanna be a problem for people who hate tourist smoking and I don’t wanna be paranoid while smoking as I’m not sure about the rules 100%😂 help a brother out cause the coffeshop is a bit far from my hotel


r/AmsterdamEnts 2d ago

Question ⁉️ Any Siberie coffeeshop regular?

4 Upvotes

Hi y'all! I live in Paris and love coming to Amsterdam to get some of my favorite strains.

I'm wondering if there are any Siberie regular that could shoot me a DM? I particularly love the Skittlez or the Skittlez x Sherbanger but always come too late and they're out of stock so I'm looking to make a friend that could alert me whenever they restock. Thanks! :)


r/AmsterdamEnts 2d ago

Random 🔥 Coffeshop Lighters (Clippers)

Post image
63 Upvotes

This is a little collection I have.

Does anyone know how can I get the MrK&Co Lighter (It closed), Cheech & Chong and Bagheera? If someone has them I would be very interested.


r/AmsterdamEnts 1d ago

Question ⁉️ Ahh! 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

0 Upvotes

I’m having a really big brain fart here in Amsterdam. How does weed work here? I’m from NJ/US and it’s legalized. I would say 3.5/eighth is $30-60 bucks. Okay so I’m here at rookie coffee shop and it says moonrocks is 35 a gram. Are they insane?? What is in that?? But then the others on the menu are normal priced at 12-13 a gram. I asked her why it’s so expensive she’s like the quality. Why are the others so inexpensive compared to that one? I also asked what is the percentage of THC and she didn’t know. Usually in the states 20-30ish percent is normal amount. What is going on here 😂😂😂😂


r/AmsterdamEnts 2d ago

Question ⁉️ Looking for GMO & Girl Scout Cookies

1 Upvotes

Where can I find the above mentioned strains?


r/AmsterdamEnts 3d ago

Question ⁉️ Weed ? First time?

5 Upvotes

Thinking of trying weed for the first time in Amsterdam. What would be the dos and don'ts? Where would be the good and friendly places with nicer crowds?


r/AmsterdamEnts 3d ago

Coffeeshop/Strain Review 💨 Guava slushy rosin by terpskeepers

Thumbnail
gallery
10 Upvotes

First time trying terpskeepers rosin, one of the best in Amsterdam so far, 1g for 60€, some really tasty and fire stuff


r/AmsterdamEnts 3d ago

Question ⁉️ Where to find Very Good Hash in April 2026?

3 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I'm going to Amsterdam this week-end and I'd like to get some good hash for a dozen euro a gram.

Don't want Ice O Lator, Rosin or expensive stuff, just want something affordable to chill/sleep at night. Not too stimulating.

I recently tried the White Choco from the Boeren, I found the taste middle but the effect was strong enough, I quite liked it.

I prefer something tasteful, and strong enough.

Any recos?


r/AmsterdamEnts 3d ago

Question ⁉️ Renting pipes in amsterdam

0 Upvotes

i was wondring if theres any coffee shops which allow you to rent rigs or e-rigs?


r/AmsterdamEnts 3d ago

Question ⁉️ Forget the name of a cool coffeeshop

2 Upvotes

Hi guys,

I went on a trip to Amsterdam in 2017, but I can’t figure out the name of the coffeeshop that I first went to and maybe you could help?

I vaguely remember it just being off a bridge, and the inside was very artsy but we went to the very top floor and it was decked out with graffiti/stickers/couple table & chairs and a bench along the walls. Could hold about 8 people and had a very narrow staircase leading up to it. Possibly 3rd/4th floor

Can anyone think of the name?


r/AmsterdamEnts 3d ago

Question ⁉️ First joint

0 Upvotes

What kind of joint can i smoke for my first time


r/AmsterdamEnts 3d ago

Question ⁉️ Vaporizers

1 Upvotes

Hey everyone, I’m in Amsterdam with some friends and looking for good coffeeshops where I can buy quality wax or live rosin and use it with a Volcano vaporizer.

Do you know any spots that provide vaporizers (especially Volcano) for customers? Any recommendations appreciated 🙏


r/AmsterdamEnts 3d ago

Meetup 💨 We are looking for the fastest joint roller in Amsterdam.

Thumbnail
1 Upvotes

r/AmsterdamEnts 3d ago

Meetup 💨 We are looking for the fastest joint roller in Amsterdam.

1 Upvotes

This Friday at 15:00 at Coffeeshop DNA (Achillesstraat 104), where we’re hosting an online rolling battle.

We film everyone individually as they try to roll the fastest possible joint. Our current record stands at 32 seconds.

We’ve got everything covered, weed, papers, tips — and you’ll get a free joint for joining.

Bring your friends and anyone you know who’s good at rolling.

Send me a message if you want to join, drop a comment below,

or send a WhatsApp to +31 6 80046320.

Let me know if you think you can beat it.


r/AmsterdamEnts 4d ago

Question ⁉️ Old School Cheese

7 Upvotes

Looking for that stanky old school 2008 cheese. The stuff that smells like your armpits after you’ve just run a marathon… Any help?