Graffitis in Rotterdam
Discover street art in Rotterdam, from huge colourful murals to hidden graffiti, and explore the creative side of the city through its streets and neighbourhoods.
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Questions and answers
Answers to frequently asked questions about Rotterdam, including working in the Netherlands, visiting the city, public transport, accommodation and everyday life.
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Celest, dinner at 190 meters high
Discover Celest Rotterdam, the spectacular skybar and restaurant on the 57th and 58th floors of De Zalmhaven, with panoramic views from up to 190 metres.
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Birthday, is it happy?
What is a traditional Dutch birthday party really like? My personal experience with coffee, cake, kringverjaardag, Dutch traditions and the infamous Circle of Death.
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Old Atomic Bunker in the Museumpark
Step inside Rotterdam’s Westzeedijk nuclear bunker in Museumpark, a tiny Cold War shelter designed to protect around 50 people from nuclear, biological or chemical threats.
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Holland or The Netherlands
What is the difference between Holland and the Netherlands? Discover why the names are often confused, what the Kingdom of the Netherlands actually is, and how the country’s provinces and the Randstad fit together.
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Surf in the Heart of Rotterdam
Discover RIF010 Rotterdam, a unique urban wave pool in the heart of the city where beginners and experienced surfers can ride waves surrounded by Rotterdam’s architecture.
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French fries with mayonnaise
Why do the Dutch eat chips with mayonnaise? Discover the tradition of patatje met, fritessaus, patatje oorlog and the many sauces that make Dutch snackbar culture unique.
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The Tradition of Sinterklaas in the Netherlands
Discover Sinterklaas in the Netherlands, one of the country’s most popular traditions. Learn about his arrival from Spain, Pakjesavond, Pieten, presents, poems and traditional Dutch sweets.
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King’s Day
Discover King’s Day in the Netherlands, from the history of Koningsdag and the tradition of wearing orange to King’s Night, street parties and the famous vrijmarkt.
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