The Oude Haven is located on the edge of the city center. The world port for which Rotterdam is now known was born here. The first ships sailed from here as early as the 13th century. Nowadays, the area is especially popular with terrace visitors who let the alcohol flow freely.
In the summer the terraces around the water are crowded until the late hours. Patioists are treated to a beautiful view while sipping on their cocktail. In addition to the historic White House, you will also find the striking residential tower The Red Apple and the Willemsbrug.
The White House at the head of the Oude Haven was the first skyscraper in Europe at the end of the 19th century? Now we laugh about it, but when it was completed, there was nowhere in Europe to find an office higher than eleven floors.
Do you fancy a special cocktail? Good news: you are close to the best cocktail bar in the Netherlands! Noah on the corner of the Oude Haven managed to win the Golden Bar for best cocktail bar within a year of opening. In addition to traditional cocktails, you will also find The Pig, a cocktail from Jim Beam black bourbon whiskey with maple syrup, coffee bitters and bacon flavor. Also tasty: the stone-baked steak of APARTT, who also know how to prepare a fondue.
