Nature-inclusive design focus at Rotterdam architecture biennale

Sep 02, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 2 September 2024 – The International Architecture Biennale Rotterdam (IABR) and Vogelbescherming Nederland are…

Energy costs in Rotterdam drop slightly in 2023

Aug 27, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 27 August 2024 – Households in Rotterdam saw the lowest reduction in energy costs in Zuid-Holland last year, according…

Historic pocket watch finds new home at Museum Rotterdam

Aug 27, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 27 August – A pocket watch with a remarkable wartime story has been donated to Museum Rotterdam by the grandchildren…

Rotterdam’s farewell to Mayor Aboutaleb: events lineup

Aug 23, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 23 August 2024 – Rotterdam prepares to bid farewell to its long-serving mayor, Ahmed Aboutaleb, with a series of…

Caribbeans Connects: linking Rotterdam with Caribbean talent

Aug 19, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 19 August 2024 – Rotterdam creatives and global artists can now connect with Caribbean talent through Caribbeans…

World Port Days 2024 introduces central festival square

Aug 08, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 8 August 2024 – The World Port Days (Wereldhavendagen) will introduce a new central festival square for the first time…

Feyenoord renews partnership with Atlas Safety Shoes

Aug 07, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 7 August 2024 – Feyenoord Rotterdam has renewed its partnership with Atlas Safety Shoes, marking a return to a…

Interactive hydrogen exhibit at World Port Days Rotterdam

Jul 31, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 1 August 2024 – Visitors to the World Port Days in Rotterdam will have the opportunity to explore an interactive…

Historic banner acquired by Museum Rotterdam

Jul 22, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 22 July 2024 – An historic banner from the Dutch Roman Catholic Metalworkers' Union has been acquired by Museum…

Keilehaven tidal park opens in Rotterdam

Jul 12, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 12 July 2024 – A new tidal park has been inaugurated in the Keilehaven area, transforming the former stony quayside…

Museum Rotterdam appoints new director Léontine Meijer-van Mensch

Jul 11, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 11 July 2024 – Léontine Meijer-van Mensch has been appointed as the new director of Museum Rotterdam, effective 1…

Rotterdam expands space for nightlife and hospitality

Jul 11, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 11 July 2024 – Rotterdam's city council has approved new hospitality plans, marking a significant move towards a more…

Rotterdam supports seven new energy innovations

Jul 10, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 10 July 2024 – Seven entrepreneurs in Rotterdam are receiving support for their innovative energy solutions as part of…

Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen renovation update

Jun 28, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 28 June 2024 – Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen is set to undergo a significant renovation with a new design by Mecanoo…

Prins Alexanderplein to get green makeover

Jun 27, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 27 June 2024 – The Prins Alexanderplein in Prins Alexander is set to become a green, lively, and atmospheric city…

New addition to Museum Rotterdam's collection

Jun 03, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 3 June 2024 – A notable addition has been made to the collection of post-war architecture art at Museum Rotterdam. The…

Rotterdam Philharmonic announces new directors

May 30, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 30 May 2024 – The Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra has announced the appointment of a new management team starting 19…

Reducing food waste: Hoogvliet and SharEaty partnership

May 28, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 28 May 2024 – Hoogvliet supermarket has commenced the donation of surplus goods from its e-commerce distribution…

New vision for Feyenoord City development

Apr 17, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 17 April 2024 – Bold new urban developments are reshaping Rotterdam's skyline and enhancing the city's green spaces.…

Groot Handelsgebouw’s open call for artists

Apr 09, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 9 April 2024 – An exciting opportunity has arisen at the Groot Handelsgebouw for local artists and creators to…

First Rotterdam citizens' assembly on climate launched

Apr 04, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 4 April 2024 – The first Rotterdam Citizens' Assembly on Climate has officially been established, involving 117…

Young voices rise in Pitch Parade 2024

Apr 04, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 4 April 2024 – A new initiative, Pitch Parade, has been launched to empower the youth of Zuid-Holland to bring their…

3D Feyenoord shirt puzzle at Hoogvliet supermarkets

Apr 02, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 2 April 2024 — From 3 April, patrons at Hoogvliet supermarkets will have the opportunity to collect stamps to purchase…

Rotterdam project backs anti-poverty champions

Mar 26, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 26 March 2024 – A new project recognises efforts to combat poverty and debt in Rotterdam. Alderman Mohamed-Hoesein…

Recap: Comic Film & Manga Fest's triumphant return to Rotterdam

Mar 26, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 26 March 2024 – After a hiatus of four years, the much-anticipated comic con event of the Netherlands made its grand…

Rotterdam schools offer free menstrual products

Mar 25, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 25 March 2024 – In a pioneering move, Rotterdam has become the first city in the Netherlands to offer free menstrual…

Historic recognition for Rotterdam's modern lighthouse

Mar 20, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 20 March 2024 – A significant landmark within the port area of Rotterdam, the Maasvlakte lighthouse on Europaweg 925,…

Bolt's third anniversary in Rotterdam

Mar 07, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 21 March 2024 – On the occasion of its third anniversary in Rotterdam, Bolt has reported a substantial increase in…

Rotterdam tackles homelessness with innovative approach

Mar 06, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 6 March 2024 – A distinctive initiative has been launched by the city of Rotterdam to confront the growing issue of…

Rotterdam shines in Thuisbezorgd.nl 2023 awards

Mar 05, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 5 March 2024 – Rotterdam's culinary scene shines as local delivery restaurants receive prestigious accolades. The…

Groundbreaking wood construction of SAWA starts in Rotterdam

Mar 05, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 5 March 2024 – A groundbreaking step towards sustainable construction and future innovation has been made in Rotterdam…

Sustainable ports: Rotterdam leads trade mission to Brazil

Mar 01, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 1 March 2024 – A significant delegation from the Netherlands is set to embark on a trade mission to Brazil, focusing…

Rotterdam leads with updated social return goals

Feb 29, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 29 February 2024 – A revitalised approach to social return in Rotterdam aims to create more job opportunities for…

Verra Makelaars expands with Hillegersberg branch

Feb 29, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 29 February 2024 – Verra Makelaars, a prominent real estate company, embarks on a strategic expansion with the opening…

Baroeg Rotterdam: Demolition and new construction update

Feb 26, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 23 March 2024 – The iconic Baroeg, Rotterdam's oldest live music venue known for its (hard) alternative music scene,…

€1 million for innovation: CityLab010 backs 25 plans

Feb 15, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 15 February 2024 – A new chapter unfolds in Rotterdam's innovative landscape as 25 plans receive a boost from…

Rotterdam defies national housing trend in 2023

Jan 26, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 26 January 2024 – Contrary to the national decline in construction activity, Rotterdam has experienced a notable…

End of an era: Mayor Aboutaleb stepping down

Jan 09, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 9 January 2024 – Mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb announces his departure scheduled for the coming autumn, marking the end of…

Baby naming: South Holland leads with Noah, Olivia

Jan 04, 2024

ROTTERDAM, 4 January 2024 – The latest report from the Sociale Verzekeringsbank (SVB) reveals the trends in baby naming across…

Top Dutch wedding photographer hails from Rotterdam

Dec 07, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 7 December 2023 – In a significant achievement for the city's artistic community, Rotterdam's own Isabelle Hattink has…

Dutch Youth Skating Days begin in Rotterdam

Nov 30, 2023

Rotterdam, 30 November 2023 – A significant initiative to introduce 10,000 primary school children to the joys of skating was…

Support wildlife research with Blijdorp lottery

Nov 27, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 27 November 2023 – Diergaarde Blijdorp (Rotterdam Zoo), a renowned name in wildlife conservation, has announced its…

Van Hogendorp statue returns to WTC Rotterdam

Nov 18, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 8 November 2023 – A historic statue of Dutch statesman Gijsbert Karel van Hogendorp returns to grace the World Trade…

Recapping Rotterdam Popweek 2023

Nov 13, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 13 November 2023 – The Rotterdamse Popweek, held from 3 to 12 November, once again illuminated the city's vibrant…

Hofbogenpark: Rotterdam's newest green landmark

Nov 10, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 10 November 2023 – The final design of the Hofbogenpark, an innovative urban green space set to be the Netherlands'…

Rotterdam boosts elderly care with dining subsidies

Nov 03, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 3 November 2023 – In a significant move to enhance community dining and social interaction among the elderly, the…

EUR celebrates 110 years with street-art by Mick La Rock

Nov 02, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 2 November 2023 – Erasmus University Rotterdam celebrates its 110th anniversary with a magnificent street-art mural by…

Rotterdam Zoo focuses on species preservation

Nov 01, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 1 November 2023 – Diergaarde Blijdorp, a key fixture in Rotterdam's cultural and natural landscape, embarks on a…

Rotterdam Philharmonic's 'Give in Harmony' initiative

Oct 30, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 31 October 2023 – The Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra introduces 'Give in Harmony', an initiative fostering inclusive…

2024 Tour de France Femmes: Dutch Routes

Oct 25, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 25 October 2023 – The route for the 2024 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, commencing outside France for the first…

Rotterdam focuses on affordability with new Housing Vision

Oct 25, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 25 October 2023 – The city of Rotterdam is taking significant steps to address the needs of residents and housing…

Milestone reached in Rotterdam's Imagine Tower

Oct 12, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 12 October 2023 – A significant milestone has been reached in Rotterdam's Feyenoord City with the completion of the…

Rotterdam introduces 'Eerlijk te Huur' for fair housing opportunities

Aug 31, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 31 August 2023 – A new dawn in the rental market is set as Rotterdam launches 'Eerlijk te Huur,' an innovative housing…

Rotterdam's Watertorenweg welcomes new mural by Volkskracht

Aug 21, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 21 August 2023 – A vibrant mural has been unveiled at Watertorenweg, marking the centenary of Volkskracht, a gesture…

Got a Rotterdam idea? Pitch it and win funding from Volkskracht

Aug 08, 2023

Rotterdam, 4 August 2023 – Volkskracht, Rotterdam's premier wealth fund, marks its centennial this year. In celebration, local…

Transforming spaces: WTC Rotterdam's green car park initiative

Aug 02, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 31 July 2023 – The cityscape of Rotterdam is set to become greener with the World Trade Centre (WTC) Rotterdam's…

Gezonde Smikkelweken 2023: Children's health movement in Rotterdam

Jul 17, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 17 July 2023 – Rotterdam celebrates the start of the third edition of the Gezonde Smikkelweken (Healthy Snack Weeks),…

NRC's culture wall tribute to Keilewerf entrepreneurs

Jul 13, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 13 July 2023 – In a heartfelt gesture, the Nieuw Rotterdams Café (NRC) has dedicated its renowned culture wall and…

Saida Bennoude Azzabi: A Master Embroiderer at Wereldmuseum

Jul 13, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 13 July 2023 – An exhibition at Rotterdam's Wereldmuseum, entitled “Geen woorden maar draden” (No Words but Threads),…

Rotterdam boosts green, smart innovations through SES programme

Jul 12, 2023

ROTTERDAM, 12 July 2023 – The municipality of Rotterdam bolsters its commitment to a cleaner and smarter future as it funds four…