Facts & History
The bridges of Rotterdam - interesting facts and details
Aug 02, 2023
Rotterdam is home to four beautiful and famous bridges; Erasmusbrug, Willemsbrug, De Hef and Van Brienenoordbrug. You might have…
The weird Dutch nicknames for iconic Rotterdam architecture
Aug 01, 2023
Rotterdammers love their city, in all its architectural drama. So, when things get named top-down, Rotterdammers tend to name…
Remembering the Rotterdam Blitz: 14 May 1940
May 14, 2023
The worst event in Rotterdam's history is also the catalyst that led to its incredible rise as one of the most amazing cities in…
A Brief History of Gabber in Rotterdam and the Netherlands
Jun 28, 2021
Rotterdam was both the birthplace and epicentre of the music genre and youth subculture known as gabber. Check out this brief…
Peper/Kruidnoot, Oliebol and Stroopwafel - Dutch icons
Nov 22, 2020
Pepernoot/ Kruidnoot, Oliebol, and Stroopwafel - the winter trinity of deliciously Dutch baked goods you need to know! Some are…
A history of Rotterdam - from fishing village to metropolis
Aug 11, 2020
To appreciate the future, one must know the past. The city of Rotterdam has a long and interesting history. This city has seen…
Coffee? - Understanding Dutch culture
May 17, 2020
In the Netherlands, coffee is the thing you get offered practically anywhere you are invited to. However, coffee isn't always…
Hilton Rotterdam is a national monument
Mar 31, 2020
The Hilton Rotterdam hotel on the corner of Weena and Coolsingel is a landmark building. The iconic structure, which opened its…
Sinterklaas - the original Santa Claus - Dutch traditions
Nov 16, 2019
Sinterklaas arrives in the Netherlands every November. He sails all the way from Spain in a steamboat with loads of gifts and…