Walking in Rotterdam

Discover Rotterdam Walking Routes

To make things easier for you, we created the ‘Discover Rotterdam’ brochure with two unique walking routes. The first walk, the ‘Waterfront Stroll’, is 13 kilometres long and offers stunning views of the banks of the Nieuwe Maas River, which divides Rotterdam in two. The second walking route, the ‘Food, Fashion & Design Tour’, is 9 kilometres long and takes you past the best restaurants, breweries, boutiques and galleries of creative Rotterdam. Besides these two city walks, which you can divide into shorter sections, the guide also includes two cycling routes. Order or view the brochure online (free) or pick it up at one of the Rotterdam Tourist Information locations for a small fee and explore the city on your own.

Explore Rotterdam with a professional guide

If you want to explore Rotterdam in a fun, smart, and authentic way, then consider booking an arrangement with a professional guide or tour guide! There are plenty of options to choose from, including De Rotterdam Tours, Inside Rotterdam, Around010, Tourguys, UrbanGuides and Bike & Bite (Hike & Bite). A guide from one of these companies will provide you with more information and inspiration, and also share background stories of the locals. This will make your visit even more meaningful! In addition to unique walking tours, many of these tour guides also organize bike routes, culinary tours, and other themed explorations.

City Walks

If you would prefer to step out of your comfort zone and explore Rotterdam on your own, you can choose from a wide range of city walks and walking routes and let the diversity of the city surprise you. Whether you decide on a historical walk, an art walk past sculptures and street art or to enjoy the peaceful nature at the edge of the city, Rotterdam offers something for everyone. Get inspiration from our selection of routes and make the most of your walking adventure without a guide.

• BKOR offers 5 art routes spread throughout the city. Explore Rotterdam with the Art Route from Zuidplein to Rotterdam Central Station, the Art Route from Westersingel to Wilhelminapier, Light Route Rotterdam, Monumental Feijenoord and Singeltracé in Rotterdam-Noord. The routes are free, download them or pick up the route maps at our locations.
• You can admire even more art, mainly street art, on the 6 different routes on the Rewriters App. The routes can be downloaded via Wi-Fi, so you can use the app without an internet connection during your walk. Through text and audio, you will learn all about the artworks and the artists.
• The Port of Rotterdam is surprisingly full of nature and perfect for walking and cycling. Diverse routes take you past all the well-known and lesser-known highlights of the port. Check out the various routes on the Port of Rotterdam website.
• For walking routes through nature or the countryside around Rotterdam, be sure to visit Natuurmonumenten. Enjoy a walking route from the city to the Rotterdam countryside or a walk around the Ackerdijkse Plassen, near Rotterdam. (Please note: these routes are only offered in Dutch).
• Zuid-Hollands Landschap also offers walks through wonderful – sometimes hidden – places. Like the route across the Eiland van Brienenoord or towards the coast, the Naval Heroes Walking Route, in Hoek van Holland. (Please note: these routes are only offered in Dutch).
• The Rotte is a beautiful river that meanders its way from Rotterdam’s backyard to the bustling city centre. You can stroll and relax along its lively quays and green banks. Interested? Explore the routes offered on the website of Ook dit is de Rotte. (Please note: these routes are only offered in Dutch).
• The NS (Dutch Railways) also offers the most beautiful walking routes from the various NS stations: through the city and nature and from short to long distances. In Rotterdam, the NS walking route is called ‘Rotterdam Maasstad’, and in Schiedam, choose the walking route ‘Schiedam Jeneverstad’. (Please note: these routes are only offered in Dutch).

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