Ruigoord (Amsterdam): From Rebel Village to Now – How Is It?

Описание: Once a nearly abandoned village just outside Amsterdam, Ruigoord became a symbol of artistic freedom and resistance.
In the early 1970s, a group of artists, squatters, and free spirits occupied the empty church and surrounding buildings to prevent the area from being demolished for industrial development. What followed was the birth of a unique, off-grid community—built on creativity, autonomy, and collective values. Over the years, Ruigoord became a haven for festivals, art, and alternative living.

But what is Ruigoord like today?
More than 50 years later, the spirit of rebellion still lingers—but times have changed. In this video, I talk to one of the artists to discover what it is like now.

00:00 - 00:45 History Ruigoord
00:45 - 02:17 What changed?
02:17 - 03:53 Art of Leila van Witte
03:53 - 04:53 Memorable Moment, church now
04:53 - 05:44 Future of Ruigoord

Special thanks:
💚Leila van Witte

Website: https://ruigoord.nl
Instagram: @landjuweel_ruigoord @landjuweel.festival

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