ROTTERDAM, 27 November 2025 – Euromast will close to visitors for around three months after the Christmas holidays for major renovation work. The tower will use this period to complete years of renewal with exterior maintenance and a redesigned restaurant.
Euromast closes three months for final renovation phase
Euromast will be open to visitors up to and including Sunday 4 January 2026. From Monday 5 January until early April 2026 the tower will be fully closed to the public. During that period, work will be carried out on the outside of the “crows’ nest” and the restaurant interior, marking the final phase of a multi-year upgrade of the building.
Since the takeover by Magnicity, Euromast has gradually been renewed inside and out, from the Euroscoop and Rise of Rotterdam to updated suites and a new boardroom. The upcoming works are presented as the closing chapter of that programme, aimed at bringing the tower up to date while keeping it ready for long-term use.
Complex maintenance at height
The works on the outside of the crows’ nest are technically demanding and require special equipment. The entire underside will be blasted clean, inspected and repaired where necessary, after which the steel structure will be repainted. The mast of the Euroscoop will also receive new paint, both inside and outside.
For safe execution, a hanging platform will be built under the crows’ nest, fixed to the inside of the concrete shaft. The Euroscoop will serve as a lift for a temporary work platform on top of the structure. Because of the weight and movement of these platforms, Euromast must remain completely closed during the works.
General manager Leonie Staat explains that the works are essential for the long term preservation of the tower designed by architect Huig Maaskant. “De Euromast is ontworpen door Huig Maaskant als symbool van vooruitgang en innovatie. Door deze grondige renovatie zorgen we ervoor dat het gebouw niet alleen veilig blijft, maar ook haar iconische uitstraling behoudt voor toekomstige generaties.”
With this phase, the owners aim to extend the lifespan of the structure and reduce the need for disruptive maintenance in the coming years, so that future inspections can be combined with smaller interventions.
Restaurant gets updated interior
At the same time, the restaurant will be refurbished. Euromast is opting for a concept that refers to the original design language of Maaskant while giving the interior a contemporary look. Materials, colours, and layout will be adjusted to match current standards for dining and events at height.
According to Staat, the intention is to create a setting that feels recognisably Rotterdam, with straightforward hospitality and an emphasis on the views over the city. After reopening, the restaurant will again welcome a mix of local visitors, tourists, and business guests for meals, meetings and special occasions.
Investment in a familiar landmark
Staat describes Euromast as both a monument and a symbol of Rotterdam. With the upcoming renovation, the owners say they are investing in the future of the tower so that it can continue to serve as an observation point and meeting place for visitors from the Netherlands and abroad.
Once the works are completed in early April 2026, Euromast is expected to reopen with a renewed exterior, an updated restaurant and the existing attractions such as the viewing platforms and Euroscoop, all brought in line with the maintenance standards required for a listed structure of this height.
How to get to euromast
Euromast stands at Parkhaven in the Scheepvaartkwartier, on the edge of Het Park and close to the Maas. The tower looks out over the city centre, the port areas and landmarks such as the Erasmus Bridge.
The location can be reached by tram and metro via stops around Coolhaven, Oostplein and Leuvehaven, combined with a short walk through Het Park or along the waterfront. Cyclists can follow routes along Westzeedijk and the river, while drivers can use nearby parking at Parkhaven and surrounding streets before walking the final stretch to the entrance.
