The Hofplein line ran between Scheveningen and Rotterdam Centrum for a century. The line has not been in use since 2010, but the old Hofplein terminus station has undergone an enormous transformation in recent years. There are good restaurants, an already known jazz stage and of course nice boutiques. One of those boutiques is North Sea Design. Here […]
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The Afrikaandermarkt is a multicultural market in the south of Rotterdam. There is no better place in the city to see that Rotterdam is a true melting pot of nationalities. Rotterdammers come to Afrikaanderplein to do their shopping and have a chat. About three hundred stalls offer food from all continents. From Dutch herring […]
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In the heart of the Oude Noorden you will find the popular and multicultural Zwart Janstraat and the more alternative Zwaanshals with its trendy boutiques and coffee shops. The streets intersect at Noordplein. A good start for your visit to a unique piece of real Rotterdam! Zwart Janstraat The Zwart Janstraat and its extension, the Noordmolenstraat, […]
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Rotterdam is known as a new, modern city. Yet among all the architectural highlights you will find memories of the Second World War, a time when the city was destroyed and after which it had to be rebuilt. Because this should never be forgotten, you will find all kinds of memorial monuments throughout the city, such as De Boeg at the foot of the Erasmus Bridge. […]
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Stadhuisplein is one of the most popular places among young Rotterdammers. Because of the many terraces and bars it is busy during the day and at night. The square on the Coolsingel is packed with shopping enthusiasts during the day. When the weather is nice, the terraces are also packed. At night, Rotterdam's vibrant nightlife blossoms. For hussers, […]
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The beating shopping heart of Rotterdam can be found on the Lijnbaan and the Beurstraverse. The latter is popularly referred to as the Koopgoot in Rotterdam. Because the Koopgoot is located below street level, you can enjoy undisturbed shopping without being bothered by traffic. All major national and international retail chains such as Zara, H&M, HEMA and C&A […]
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For the vibrant nightlife of Rotterdam you have to go to the Witte de Withkwartier. Anyone who wants to continue until the early hours will certainly enjoy the many bars and cafés. Get the evening off to a good start with the best hamburger in the Netherlands at Ter Marsch & Co. Then explore until the early hours […]
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For good food and drinks in the heart of Rotterdam you have to go to the Nieuwe Binnenweg. The street is known for its good restaurants, cafes and lunch spots. For example, go to Jordy's Bakery for artisan sandwiches. What is unique about the breads is that they are made with sourdough instead of yeast. If you want to start the weekend with […]
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You will encounter a historic and unique part of Rotterdam around the Veerhaven in the Scheepvaartkwartier. Sailing ships bob on the water and stately mansions revive the old shipping feeling of Rotterdam. The surroundings of the Veerhaven are a world of contrasts. If you walk west towards Het Park, you will find stately mansions on Parklaan […]
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If one street is the multicultural street of Rotterdam, it is the West-Kruiskade. Turkish baklava, Japanese lucky cats, Dutch stew, Hindustani clothing: you have it all in this popular shopping street. The ultimate 'we-know-us' feeling prevails on the West-Kruiskade. You will find shops and eateries that introduce you to products from all over the world. Let yourself […]
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