The 37 best bridges in Rotterdam

The bridge is a striking red cable-stayed bridge spanning about 318 meters across the Nieuwe Maas, serving as a key traffic route on the eastern side of Rotterdam. Named after King Willem III, the first bridge on this site opened in 1878 as the city’s very first fixed crossing. The current modern bridge was completed in 1981 and remains one of Rotterdam’s most recognizable landmarks.

The bridge was completed in 1981, designed by C. Veerling and named after King Willem III of the Netherlands. It replaced an older bridge that had been opened in 1879 but was severely outdated by the time the decision was made to build a new one. Because of the intensity of the traffic using the old bridge, it was decided to build the new one 150 metres upstream to avoid upsetting the daily flow of traffic across the river. After the completion of the new bridge, the old one was demolished. The Willemsbrug is a cable-stayed bridge with a total span of about 318 meters. It is painted in a red color which puts it in sharp contrast with the light blue painted Erasmus Bridge.

This red amazing beton bridge, built up at 1918, over Nieuwe Maas links stadscentrum with Noordereiland and really worths for your visit. Walk over it can give you so many nice views on Rotterdam. You can cross it by every bike, car or your foot.

Willemsbrug in Rotterdam is a fantastic location for night-time photoshoots. I did a personal shoot here, and the bridge's striking design and impressive lighting at night created a perfect backdrop. The illuminated bridge against the night sky adds a dramatic and dynamic element to the photos. As a professional photographer working across the Netherlands, I highly recommend checking out this spot. And if you are looking for a photographer to capture your time in Rotterdam, I am here to help :)

Tall architectural buildings on one side, canal & old iconic buildings on the other side. Suitable for walk anytime of the day from Willemsbrug bridge to Erasmus bridge. Towards sunset can make it more beautiful. Just be careful that you are not blocking the cyclists.

One of the two iconic bridges in Rotterdam, the white bridge (Erasmusbrug) and the red bridge (Willemsbrug). Both are equally magnificent in distinctly different ways.

The beautiful red bridge just next to erasmus Bridge in Rotterdam. It is very beautiful at sunsets and at night when all the lights are switched on.

A core viewing item for tourists is the Erasmusbrug with its sleek lines and modern design. Instantly recognizable. I especially wanted to walk here as i suspected it was near our cruise ship terminal and I wanted to know how to get here if we had any trouble with our shuttle transfers. We walked half way out for great views down the river/channel. Additional photos were from our cruise ship sail away the next day, from the other side of the channel/river

Super cool to see up close in person. However if you are short on time - it’s just as spectacular viewing from afar. Walking across this bridge doesn’t compare to walking across the Brooklyn Bridge (which is not to be missed in NYC). There wasn’t much to see or do around the Erasmus bridge.

The Erasmus Bridge is a must-see in Rotterdam. Its sleek, modern design and impressive span make it a perfect spot for photos. Its one of the best tourist attraction. I passed by on a cloudy February, but I'm sure that the views on others seasons of the year as angles would be magnificent.

The Erasmus Bridge, also known as the Swan Bridge,very beautiful is a proud symbol of the city Rotterdam .Completed in 1996. You can not miss when coming to this city You get here by means of transport, Metro, Tram, Bus, Water Bus, Taxi Bus.

I went to the bridge in the evening. So I could get some nice shots of the city lights. The bridge is beautiful. I don’t know if I would’ve felt the same if I went during the day.

The Erasmus Bridge is more than just a structure; it is an icon and a symbol of modern Rotterdam. A visit at night is highly recommended and is one of the most beautiful experiences the city has to offer. It is a moment of tranquility and urban fascination all at once. Whether for a romantic stroll or as the highlight of an architectural tour, the sight of the luminous swan will stay with you long after your visit.

An architectural masterpiece and a must-see in Rotterdam! The Erasmus Bridge, nicknamed 'The Swan' for its graceful design, offers stunning views of the city skyline and the Nieuwe Maas River. Whether you're walking, biking, or driving across, it's a beautiful experience—especially at sunset when the lights reflect off the water. A perfect spot for photos and a great way to appreciate Rotterdam's modern charm.

Food was burger or veggie burger, we don’t eat. There is some amazing beers on tap. Think the idea was it was going to be a good hub. It’s not quite there yet. But there are lots of great food places within walking distance. Sit and enjoy a beer 🍺 or 2 and if a burger is for you then you’re in.

Great beer selection and a small selection of sandwiches and toasts. If only the gluten-free options were of similar size as its glutenous counterparts, leaving some folks kinda hungry :-/ Good music though and friendly staff!

This is an incredible food hall with great variety and service. I tried the Pho beef soup from the Vietnamese restaurant and my partner tried the burger place. Both dishes were so tasty and they were actually big portions. They also have a bar so you can have a drink with your food - they have their own local beer! They also support other local breweries in the area. The athmosphere is cozy and I recommend a date night there if you can't decide where to eat - they have all types of food there.

Relaxing National Trust garden with plenty of walks and plants to look at. We went to see the bluebells (the website said they were out) but when we arrived they'd mostly gone past their best. Check before you visit.

Great experience here, very accommodating staff, lovely vibes when there's Great weather and the food was good!

The new location still maintain its hipster flavor. It is amazing alternative spot for quick bites and good craft beers. Now the step up is that there many, many more seats outside looking at a calm river and with a sunny day, this is one of the places you want to be for a post industrial modern drink.

A really nice little food market, about 15 minutes by bike from the city centre. The views from the seating area are quite stunning. We had a cheeseboard, tried some of the beers, and had a really lovely time sat in the sun. The prices seemed about average for the Netherlands.

A very beautiful area. There are many traditional vessels in the port.

Great historical area for a drink and an nice vieuw awards the old port.

It never gets old! If the weather allows, it's a great place to drink your coffee and relax with your friends!

The historical part of the harbour it’s something special and need to be visited, most of the city is really modern while here you can feel a bit of the old charm

Enchanting place for having the most amazing time. Whether you are going out with friends for dinner or drinks or just walking around. Best place for romantic evening or having your own time for thinking.

What a lovely area, just a couple of minutes from the Cube houses and the Markthal and close to a number of hotels such as CitizenM and restaurants such as Fitzgeralds. Blaak station, the Metro and tram are just a few minutes away or you can arrive in foot or by cycle. By day it’s a beautiful, relaxed area: there are lots of seats to sit and watch the world go by. The harbour if full of old and unusual boats many of which have supporting information posted closer by. Also look out for the Calex building which is really stunning and dominates done corner. In the evening the area comes alive as the many bars and restaurants quickly fill up with tourists and locals alike. Slepervest and other short streets are piled with cycles as people enjoy the lovely safe environment. If you are staying close by it’s definitely worth visiting to soak up the atmosphere.

A very scenic place to walk through, also very interesting to read the little information cards by each boat to find out a bit more about them

This is a cool looking bridge in Rotterdam that appears to have been used by the railway but has now been superseded by a tunnel. What's left is a relic of the city's industrial past and a testament to their engineering skills. It's a shame that the bridge isn't used for some other purpose but at least it hasn't been sold for scrap.

Magnificent. Truly a work of art. Sturdy bridge. I can't believe they wanted to dismantle this temporarily so that Jeff Bezos could sail through with his dingy. People of Rotterdam made a facebook event to throw eggs at him and his boat. It never happened, though. A couple of years ago somebody had a plan to turn this into a museum. It never happened, though. Maybe that has been for the best.

A historic bridge in a stunning area of Rotterdam which was involved in 'controversy' reported endlessly in global media: Removal of the top to allow a mega yacht to sail by! Update August 2022: there was no need to dismantle it after all!!!

Iconic bridge in Rotterdam that used to function as a railway bridge before the tunnel was built. It was decided not to demolish it because of its importance to thencity

My favourite bridge in the city! Great history, those from the past and the recent ones including fight between Rotterdammers and Jeff Bezos 🙃

"De Hef" or the Koningshavenbrug is an iconic railway lift bridge in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. This steel vertical lift bridge, inaugurated in 1927, was the first of its kind in Europe. Although it's no longer in operation since 1993, it's preserved as a monument to the city's industrial past. A visit to De Hef provides a glimpse into Rotterdam's rich history and its evolution as a modern city. It's an architectural marvel, a testament to the ingenuity of Dutch engineering. Additionally, its unique design makes for stunning photography, a sure hit for photo enthusiasts. Whether you're into history, architecture, or photography, De Hef is a worthwhile visit when in Rotterdam.

Stunning structure in the hart of Rotterdam, if you like the structure, this is a must see

Amazing atmosphere! Even if you’re not a Feyenoord fan, De Kuip is a must visit for any football lover. The food and drinks in the business area are excellent with very friendly service.

It was the best and most detailed your we been on, the tour guide was informative and friendly and explained in English too as we were not natives to the language, but football is a multi lingual uniting game. We travelled from the UK for the tour it was worth it 👌 Reasonably priced and great fun.

Fun few hours for football fans. Our tour guide Hans was great!! Very entertaining. Lots of history.

Best stadium in the Netherlands. Greatest fans too. A visit for a game is highly recommended.

Wonderful stadium in the South of Rotterdam home of the feyenoord team . The view is great and so is the vibe

De Kuip, the home of Feyenoord, is a historic stadium with a fantastic atmosphere. The fans are incredibly passionate, which makes every match unforgettable.

Went on a tour during my holiday the people were so nice we experienced how nice the feyenoord stadium is we went in the locker room and the musiem got to take photos of all the big trophies that feynoord has in their cabinet would come again

Interesting space, but it is all about what exhibition is on at the moment. Located in the museum park, so you can combine it with other visits nearby! Museum card is accepted, kids go free

Aesthetically successful. There is a library, an archive center, drawings and models, a cafeteria. With the entrance ticket, the Sonneveld house, located on the other side of the street, is definitely worth a look.

I’m not sure if it was intentional, but as an Asian visitor, I couldn’t help feeling discriminated against at your museum café, or maybe just impolite. I sat there for over 15 minutes—staff made eye contact with me several times but never offered a menu or asked if I wanted to order. Meanwhile, I saw staff walking around serving other guests and handing them menus directly—completely ignoring me. I even moved to a central seat, but nothing changed. When I finally came to the counter to ask how to order, they just told me to wait at the table. The café wasn’t busy at all (see attached photo), so I really don’t understand why I was treated this way. It made me feel very unwelcome.

Really interesting and enriching exhibition. One really impressive fact is that they change their galleries whole time, so you can visit museum over again and see and learn new facts. When I have been there, they had opened three galleries. One related to AI, second to the Netherlands demography and it’s plan to make a sustainable living in the country threatened by sea level rising. The last one (with the uprising way to it covered by masterpieces about current and past century crisis) was composed by a lot of small exhibitions. In the last floor is a library with computers and in the first one is also a coffee with pastries and store with books about architecture etc. Amazing place!

“Nieuwe Instituut in Rotterdam is an impressive example of contemporary architecture, featuring a striking combination of glass and metal. There’s a beautiful pond in front of the building, which adds to the serene atmosphere. Additionally, there is an artwork near the pond that isn’t yet listed on Google Maps and should be added. The surrounding area is also lovely, with well-maintained public spaces that enhance the overall experience

Tones of different themes, the ones we've visited were mostly about political themes in the first floor, the second floor's theme was energy and solar panels, everything was interestingly put together very well, I l liked the atmosphere but it would take hours to actually read everything and understand them all deeply, would suggest you plan things taking this into consideration. I will visit it again, especially the third floor :)

Great visit with an interesting variety and out of the ordinary expositions. Including one about the modern house and the dark side of Disney which was my favorite. The main theme on some of them is a bit ironic, I guess it complements quite well the modern art in it. Museum card accepted. It could take you 1-3hs to explore depending on your interest. Really recommended!

It is a complete vegan restaurant. Very good concept and atmosphere inside and outside the train wagon. The garden is very green and cozy. The train gives a nice dining experience. I really like the zero waste concept as well. They have a fixed menu including starter, main dish and dessert. The drinks are not included. The food is tasty; however, it is quite expensive for the portions. At the end of the dinner, we had to have some extra food later somewhere else to feel full. Definitely not something you want after visiting a restaurant. I think the creativity is also a bit missing. We end up eating carrots and potatoes as main dish, and mushrooms as starters. I find it a bit simple for this type of a place. In addition, there is also not a very pleasant atmosphere at the back of the restaurant (I guess there is not very much of a safe area, some people gathering and smoking with loud music). This is not something on the restaurant but it loses the feeling of a good evening. I would highly recommend the place to have a bit larger portions, or lower prices to have it balanced. Since It is a fixed menu, there could be also some innovative dishes, just because you can’t choose what you get for that evening. I am giving 4 star only to promote this kind of vegan places, entrepreneurs and appreciating the train vibe and originality. Otherwise, the food and the portions do not deserve it.

What an amazing experience! We came here on the hottest day of the year so we sat outside in the shade underneath a pear tree. There are also apple trees, a fig tree and loads of other plants. We were a little bit early for our reservation but this was no problem at all, we could already sit down with some water and wine. They do an all vegan course menu which changes regularly. The food was absolutely amazing. So tasty, great portions, nothing to complain about. With bad weather guests sit inside the train. It was my friends birthday and she received a small gift which was very nice thank you so much for that. One point of feedback is that the paint of the tables is in a very bad state and at the end of the night my arms were covered in pieces of blue paint. But a part from that we had a wonderful evening. Thank you!

loved the movie-themed concept they had for each of the 4 courses at Gare du Nord. food was creatively delicious, service was amazing and the summer garden setting felt like you teleported out of the city. bravo, will make sure to tell all my friends

Nice vegan food in a really cool repurposed trainwagon from the 80’s. The vibe is really nice, the concept is cool and the staff is quite friendly! We had the movie/tv themed set menu which was a pretty fun idea - the experience and the ambience is really the selling point here!

Loved a concept of ‘zero waste’! Therefore, one should always make a reservation! I am not vegan but I was pleasantly surprised of creative and very delicious vegan alternatives for meat/fish. Highly recommend!

Unique experience! A non-standard location, with friendly attention and delicious vegan food. We really enjoyed dinning in Gare du Nord with my partner, and will certainly come back!

Im no vegan myself but I really enjoyed the menu. Carefully put together, great taste combos and that in a very nostalgic feeling train carriage.

Great place for small conference events. Perfectly located and reachable by all means of transportation.

Beautiful office space with friendly reception staff. Clean washrooms and good choices for lunch.

We didn't go in, just took a look from the outside having added it as a waypoint on my walking map. However, it is interesting as it started to change my apprehensions about Rotterdam. Having never visited before, I suspected it might be a rather dingy port city, but the central area was full or wonderful architecture and sculptures making the whole downtown area quite charming. This oval shaped building started off our journey.

Fantastic stay still prefer the one in The Hauge though 😊

World Trade Center in Rottetdam is located in Beursplein, the heart of the city. This is a major business center. This architectural building is 93 meters in height. The tower of the building with modernist architecture is designed with grey green glass gives an equisite and dainty look. It is said to have housed 200 offices in this building.

Amazing venue , room is not too big but very comfortable , clean and well distributed, smart tv , safe , very business place

A medium sized conference facility in the heart of Rotterdam. Very easy to access from Schiphol. A good range of room sizes. Comfortable and modern in appearance.

small and special museum. Mostly sculptures. Very much of it's own flavor. One needs 1-1.5 hour. You can have a coffee downstairs. Visit, if you have time

Small and cozy museum for art lovers. However, not a lot to see and explore.

Nice and interesting museum for a quick visit. Compact collection and not crowded at all. It has a bit of history about the house itself, the “Van Nelle factory” history and some art expositions. The whole museum is divided in 4 levels, with a bit on each. There’s an elevator, a small coffee place and toilet. Museum card is included. You can conveniently purchase the tickets at the machine outside. Recommend if you want to kill some time, or you do enjoy art. There’s a combi ticket to the van nelle factory.

This museum is dedicated to the work of Hank Chabot. His paintings and sculptures are housed in a magnificent villa opposite the Boijmans & Beuningen museum at the Museum Park, Rotterdam. It's absolutely magnificent and a must-visit when you are in Rotterdam. A very charming and kind lady at the reception describes (in English if you prefer) the works of Chabot before you start

I was in the fence about visiting the museum as I had little time left. I’m glad I decided to go. This is a museum worth visiting, although small, they have good selection of art. The building itself is already architecturally beautiful. I would love to have a home like this, full of light coming in through the windows. The staircase though is a little small and narrow. The staff are very nice and helpful.

Very small museum but very nice! There aren't many pieces of arts but the ones that are there are very nice and well displayed. Theres a little coffee place downstairs that cute and where you can draw your own postcard which was super cool. Also the movie downstairs was awesome!!!!

Building with nice architecture. It was built in 1938 for C. H. Kraaijeveld by architects Gerrit Willem Baas and Leonard Stokla. You can see an art exhibition inside, the price of ticket is about 7 euro.

Mixed feelings about this place. Let me put it this way, whatever the gallery has is really good but they don't have enough. Very few items were on display. Some of the art pieces were great in thought but very rudimentary in the skill involved. Not sure if it's a problem of my artistic sensibilities or the artist's laziness. Too minimal for my taste. Minimalism being the latest fad.

Great place to see contemporary art. The place is spacious and the lightening is great. The location is easy to reach. The exhibitions are mostly from young contemporary artists which can show to whichever direction art is going. I always recommend this place to student and contemporary art lovers.

Large open spaces hosting works for two different institutions. Currently the top floor is closed so the combination ticket is only 4.50. Large bright cafe as well.

Nice and diverse collection of fine art. The museum is not that big which makes it easy to have a visite for about 1,5 hour. The art is diverse but as well inlign with each other. It is easly located on the Witte de With street close to a parking lot.

The museum has some interesting decisions, such as the interestingly crafted wardrobe. The exhibitions are somewhat lacking. I went in expecting more famous works of Dali and Rembrandt, but their sections are far too small.

Everytime I go to Rotterdam I go see this gallery. The neighborhood itself is worth the visit. On Friday night you can access for free :)

Maybe i expected more item, I felt a little bit disappointed. But 5 euro was acceptable :)

I visited with my mom today and we were both thrilled with the great coffee, homey atmosphere and the most amazing carrot cake in the world! Thank you, we had a great time

Very lovely place! The name of the cafe speaks for itself! I always like to come over to grab a cup of coffee and buy super delicious and fresh bakeries. The breakfasts and lunches are very nice. Never had an experience with long time waiting for my order.

Amazing wee place. Great atmosphere with lovely staff , lovely ambience and music and just a delightful place for a rest on a Rotterdam walk …. Oh, the cakes are delicious too!!

What a cute place! Beautiful inside and out, wide choice, the staff is very nice, vegan options as well ;) will surely come back!

Didn’t have much time for food, but we got drinks for take away instead. Also, I appreciate girl stuff box in the toilet. It saved me. Staff was lovely. Thank you!

Food: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Service: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Ambience: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A small but cute café tucked inside the island of Katendrecht. We had Italiano and Pollo breads for our Sunday brunch and were impressed with the flavours that ran inside our mouths. Bakery items are from Jordy’s bakery. Service is impeccable. If you are looking for a brunch place in Rotterdam look no further.

Frankly 5++ star if possible! Fresh delicious bread and pastries including croissant from Jordy's Bakery as well as breakfast and lunch items and beverages that include a small selection of wines. Located in a residential area not far from the city centre this café is a local favourite. If you happen to be in Rotterdam or live in the city come and visit and enjoy the hospitality (an extra star here!) and delicious food! PS: the two portraits of Vietnamese monks are the work of a very talented painter Antoinette Brandenburg from the studio Ut Spoort Niet. You can find the details in Google maps

5+ stars because I don't think I've ever appreciated service this much in the Netherlands. Such thoughtful people! Food and drinks were also delicious. I know this sounds abstract, but maybe visit them to try for yourselves ;)

What a lovely place. Came here for a dinner date, had some nice food and wines. It's really cozy - there are two rooms, one more intimate, and the staff is happy to seat you wherever you feel more comfortable.

Nice place to have dinner, not too crowded. The food is really tasty but nothing different from other restaurant of the same style. In general I would recommend it to have a nice dinner

Enjoyed the atmosphere and the great menu in this cosy little Restaurant in Rotterdam Noord. Friendly personal and Friendly owner. Highly recommended.

Fabulous restaurant with a pretty outlook. Warm friendly helpful service, The bar man certainly knows how to mix a good cocktail and all the courses we ordered were amazing. Meat is 1t class. Very good quality all round. A sure delight.

The worker or owner was extremely shockingly rude and yelled at me for using the bathroom, this is a public restaurant, the door was wide open and no signs saying anything and he wasn’t around as I waited to ask. He screamed at me and was very unprofessional, I feel bad for customers who may have this experience in future, he seems like an angry person. It didn’t seem normal or human to me. I’m only one small woman too but oh well.

Overall I would not recommend. The place was a extremely loud, the food had a lot of ingredients and yet felt flavourless and the service was friendly but very slow.

Very clean and has nice atmosphere

(Translated by Google) Nice harbor in a unique environment. Sanitary facilities of very high standard. Recommended! (Original) Leuke haven in een unieke omgeving. Sanitair van zeer hoog niveau. Aanrader!

(Translated by Google) Beautiful surroundings. (Original) Prachtige omgeving.

(Translated by Google) Had dinner at Heinde. Great (Original) Gedineerd bij Heinde. Geweldig

(Translated by Google) Ate at Heinde! Great concept, tasty and fun! (Original) Gegeten bij Heinde! Super concept, lekker en gezellig!

(Translated by Google) I think this place is a bit like Monaco. I also call it mini Monaco😅😅😅. beautiful when the sun is shining and all the boats are in good condition.. nice tents too (Original) Ik vind deze plek wat weg hebben van Monaco.ik noem het ook mini Monaco😅😅😅 .mooi als de zon schijnt en alle bootje er goed bij liggen..leuke tentjes ook

(Translated by Google) Cozy, nice view and slightly less tourism in this area. (Original) Gezellig, leuk uitzicht en iets minder toerisme in dit gebied.

Huge part of dutch history in WII trying hold of the Germans. Fixed bridge.

Amazing place, audorable view

The bridge connects the Noordereiland with the Feijenoord district . The first Queen's Bridge was a swing bridge built in 1870 . After fifty years, the bridge was an obstacle to both shipping and road traffic; it was also unsuitable for trams . In 1923 it was decided to build a new bridge: a double bascule bridge to a design by AH van Rood . Construction started in 1927, [1] after the old bridge was moved in 1926 to the east side of the railway bridge, in line with Oranjeboomstraat. The new bridge was opened on June 14, 1929 by Minister of the Interior and Agriculture Kan . [2] The Koninginnebrug has two movable valves made of riveted steel. The counterweights of 800 tons each are located in the bridge cellars. The bridge has four bridge keeper's houses with copper roofs. However, the bridge is now remotely controlled. This takes place in the control house of the Erasmus Bridge on the Wilhelminapier . Since the North-South line of the Rotterdam metro was completed in 1968 , trams no longer run across the Koninginnebrug.

Industrial heritage, survived the bombing of the second world war!

It's a bridge. How does one review a bridge? Umm crossed the water efficiently? Nice architecture?

A really cute little bridge with good view on both sides!

great history bridge

It is a wooden, yellow-painted structure near the railway. It would be great if it wasn't covered by graffiti all over the place.

Luchtsingel in Rotterdam is a vibrant and unique location that offers an amazing backdrop for a photoshoot. I had the pleasure of doing a personal shoot here, and the colorful architecture and dynamic urban environment provided a lot of creative possibilities. The bridge's design and the surrounding area are perfect if you are looking for bold, modern backgrounds. As a professional photographer working throughout the Netherlands, I recommend to check this place out.

Amazing architecture and great spot for your creative photography! All the structure is built out of wood. Nice shape and colors! Definitely a must see if you are an architect or designer, visiting Rotterdam!

I hope that after the renovation the bridge will be more alive and less abandoned. I still love the place and I find it very good spot for photo sessions. It’s a little bit shabby but I was never upset with my photos made there. It’s totally not a touristic place and not a poster child from urban design magazines, but it has its charm

The Luchtsingel is a 390 meter long wooden bridge, which is partly financied by crowdfunding: People could (and still can) buy a plank and have a text of their choice on that plank. I’ve got two planks: “De Mannen van Jam” (me and my husbands make jams/marmelades) and “Rob + ik = 25 jaar Rotterdam” (a present from a friend of mine celebrating 25 years of friendship in Rotterdam). For building the bridge they made a passage in the Schieblock building. On the outer sides of the bridge there are quotes from a poem by former city’s poet Ramsey Nasr. 📷 Urban Sketching location.

Really fascinated by each unique designed architecture in Holland. The standout yellow immediately draw your attention. Very interesting.

Don't be fooled by architecture magazines and blogs who have copied the press releases about this but have never actually visit the site. Just a few years after its completion the bridge is already in need of repairs while the area looks like a no-go zone. Typical architecture brouhaha and an utter waste of public money.

It's a great place for kids to spend time. Parents can eat and drink in the cafe while the kids play. The only downside is that it's a bit dirty.

Visited Villa Zebra early on a rainy Sunday, the location/building is impressive and effort has been put in to create a unique, creative and engaging space for younger kids. They also offer a simple cafe for drinks and snacks with a number of tables to sit close by a few of the activity rooms. The activities are best suited to kids 3 years and up. On our visit which was the first slot of the day we found things quite messy. Many of the activity rooms had items missing or out of place. The bathrooms and handwash stations were all quite dirty. Tickets are also required for all visiting adults meaning a visit for a family can be quite expensive compared to equivalent activities. Lastly parking is limited so expect a short walk.

Its not worth the money. Basically it’s an indoor playground. It’s unorganized and a little filthy. There is one thing I disliked the most. They are open until 5 o’clock. But they start to clean up everything and sweep the floors at 4:15. At 4:30 they closed the doctor room. And at 1630 they asked if we know that they close at 5?!! How rude! Why are they open until 5 but they start closing at 4:15? In my opinion they so clean up and sweep the floor after 5 o’clock. It just made us feel very uncomfortable.

Visited here with my two young kids and they loved it. It's a bit tatty but to a kid, that doesn't matter. So many places to explore, it killed a couple of hours!

Fantastic place to go with kids! I went with my daughter of 23 months and she enjoyed all the spaces and games. Very kind staff and a cosy cafe.

The idea is lovely (I have seen better examples though), BUT I definitely agree with the other reviews: makes no sense to make adults pay, there is basically no service and the place is never tied up. Also, didn’t help some areas smelled like pee 🙄

Pros: Updated areas and a great workshop. Cons: Still lots of worn-out spots and toys, and a constant bathroom smell almost everywhere - really needs better cleaning!

Had to cycle over this bridge multiple times, it is awful. One of the worst bridges in Rotterdam. The steep incline for bikes is really tough, especially since mine doesn't have gears. It is incredibly loud while crossing because of the noise from cars and definitely the least visually appealing bridge when compared to the other two Rotterdam bridges. Take a water taxi instead

I see that tunnel today it was really amazing 👏 🤩

The bridge is amazing from both the architectural and structural sides. The span between the piers is quite long its height is also very big. Walking and biking on the sidewalks is very nice. The scene at the peak is more than beautiful. It’s fabulous. Air breeze up there is unbelievable.

The view from this bridge is amazing but it’s impossible to bike with a regular one. Definitely don’t try it cause I’ve done it before and it took me like half an hour almost to get to the top of the bridge cause it was so exhausting and I had to walk some of it. I have to go over it today cause it’s the fastest route to get to an event I have to attend this evening and so, I will definitely be taking my electric bike to not have to use so much energy to cross the bridge.

When you enter Rotterdam from the south of the Netherlands you see worlds most beautiful skyline. Rotterdam is like Disneyland for architecture geeks and it starts with the briges. When you visit, you’ll likely go home and wonder why your cities can’t be a little more like this. As the BBC once said: This is a city of wild experimentation, the architectural test kitchen of Europe, a post-war Dubai or Doha, but done better. I hope you enjoy, if you have any questions, leave me a note!

The asphalt needs to be replaced

Traffic is a disaster. Every. Single. Day.

Leuvehaven is a unique spot in central Rotterdam. A mix of maritime history, modern views, and peaceful vibes. With old ships in the water and the skyline in the background, it’s a great place for a walk or quick break. You’re close to the Maritime Museum, the Erasmus Bridge, and city hotspots like Witte de With. It’s not packed with cafés or terraces, but the atmosphere makes up for it. During the day it’s lively, at night it’s calm. Some areas can feel a bit messy depending on events, but overall it’s got charm and character. Not a hidden gem, but definitely worth a visit if you’re nearby.

Such a nice place to visit and feel the vibe and atmosphere of Rotterdam.

This place is very beautiful to walk around

Nice and clean place.

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Rotterdam very nice city

Beautiful view!

In between the city and Rotterdam zuid, you have a great view looking from the water, it's only good for when you need groceries. There is also a park where the kids can play

An island and a city on its own with a lot of buildings and traffic. Good for an evening walk by the bridge. Nice view.

pretty island in the middle of the city!

Lovely area to stay

An island in the middle, with plenty of places to eat and drink with a great view.

Nice place for a causal walk

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The Nieuwe Maas is a distributary of the Rhine River, and a former distributary of the Maas River, in the Dutch province of South Holland.

Clean but busy river. Lots of barges, ferries and small ships. Its also used by commuter water taxis

Excellent location for soul joy!

Of course it was great

Watch all the boats floating by

(Translated by Google) It is a river that runs through Rotterdam and flows into the sea. Merchant ships and barges enter the river, part of which also forms the port of Rotterdam. The surrounding area consists of modern buildings and is developed. (Original) Είναι ποτάμι που περνάει μέσα από το Ρότερνταμ και εκβάλλει στην θάλασσα. Τα εμπορικά πλοία και οι φορτηγίδες πλοία εισέρχονται στο ποτάμι που ένα τμήμα του αποτελεί και λιμάνι του Ρότερνταμ. Η γύρω περιοχή αποτελείται από σύγχρονα κτίρια και είναι ανεπτυγμένη.

(Translated by Google) The Nieuwe Maas is a large stretch of river with many beautiful places where you have a good view. It is a dangerous river with treacherous currents. Swimming in these is extremely dangerous in most places. Fishermen can indulge themselves because there are quite a lot of fish. It is also fun to view the many vessels. (Original) De nieuwe Maas is een flink stuk rivier met veel mooie plekken waar je een goed uitzicht hebt. Het is wel een gevaarlijke rivier verraderlijke stromingen. Hierin zwemmen is op de meeste plekken levensgevaarlijk. Vissers kunnen hun hart ophalen want er zit redelijk veel vis. Ook is het leuk om de vele vaartuigen te bekijken.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful historic bridge, definitely worth a look! (Original) Mooie historische brug, zeker de moeite waard om te bekijken!

(Translated by Google) Nice bridge, not very special but there are some statues on the sides. (Original) Mooie brug, niet erg bijzonder maar er zitten wat beeldjes op de zijkanten.

(Translated by Google) A very impressive place. The connection between two parts of the city, with beautiful images. Suitable place to capture a beautiful memory! (Original) Een zeer indrukwekkende plek. De verbinding tussen twee stadsdelen, met mooie beelden. Geschikte plek om een mooie herinnering vast te leggen!

(Translated by Google) In the port area we find this beautiful bridge with lions guarding the entrance and splendid street lamps on the parapets. (Original) Nella zona del porto troviamo questo bel ponte con leoni di guardia all'entrata e degli splendidi lampioni sui parapetti.

(Translated by Google) A beautiful bridge with a lion statue (Original) Aslan heykeliyle güzel bir köprü

(Translated by Google) Beautiful old bridge between all the modern buildings. It was a bit darker when we got there, but the lights didn't work. Would also give something (Original) Mooie oude brug tussen alle moderne gebouwen. Kwam al wat donkerder toen we er waren maar lampen gingen niet. Zou ook wel wat geven

(Translated by Google) Beautiful bridge in the heart of Rotterdam with lots of lovely details and statues. Right in the harbor area. (Original) Schöne Brücke im Herzen von Rotterdam mit vielen lieber ollen Details und Statuen. Direkt im Hafengebiet.

Nice but inefficient

(Translated by Google) Location beautiful. Service very friendly. The food here continues to disappoint me. I had the fish curry. Unfortunately an unattractive thick gray mess of hard vegetables (indefinable because everything had the same gray color) and the occasional piece of fish. I like spicy food but this was too hot. The combination with Couscous and 2 small pieces of dry naan bread made it a strange dish. The 3 stars are for location and service. Unfortunately the food is not a star. Shame. (Original) Locatie prachtig. Bediening heel vriendelijk. Het eten blijft me hier opnieuw erg tegenvallen. Ik had de viscurry. Helaas een onaantrekkelijke dikke grijze brij van harde groenten(ondefinieerbaar omdat alles dezelfde grijze kleur had) en af en toe een stukje vis. Ik hou van pittig eten, maar dit was te heet. De combinatie met Couscous en 2 kleine stukjes droog naanbrood maakten het een vreemd gerecht. De 3 sterren zijn voor locatie en bediening. Het eten helaas geen ster. Jammer.

(Translated by Google) Once again the service was good and friendly. Always nice to enjoy such a historic place. (Original) Weeral goed en vriendelijk bediend geweest. Altijd leuk om te genieten op zo een historische plaats.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful city, MY CITY✨♥️ (Original) Zeer mooie stad, MIJN STAD✨♥️