Rotterdam
in South Holland

Just an hour away from Amsterdam, this second city is one that should not be overlooked. Striking and angular buildings, a burgeoning contemporary art scene, and its Markthal are only a few of the reasons to hop on the train and head to Rotterdam.

how long to go for

a weekend, a long weekend

when to go

april, may, june, july, august, september, october, december

holidays

King’s Day, PRIDE, Liberation Da architecture: its modern buildings sets it apart from the rest of the Ney, Sinterklaas

how to get there

Fly to Schiphol Airport and get the train to Rotterdam, or fly direct to Rotterdam-The Hague airport

how to get around

by bike, on foot

nice to know

Rotterdam is most renown for its architecture: the modern buildings and design are what sets it apart.

local language

Dutch

currency

euro

in an emergency

call 112

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Bar Schiemond

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Bar Schiemond emerged from its café counterpart, paying homage to its dock worker roots and fast becoming Rotterdam's life and soul. Albeit, the pre-work booze has been swapped for natural vines and a fully seasonal menu. Pumpkin is lathered with a beurre blank, raddichio complemented by a creamy tahini jus and plates of grilled fish served with a potato mousse. Though, if the menu sounds sophisticated it's in no ways fussy: the red, tarpaulin covers stretch across the terrace, the inside remains simple with beige tiles and black leather bar stools and a disco ball becomes the centerpiece. Cozy, no nonsense, affordable. But above all, jolly well exceptional.

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