D'Oliphant, Rotterdam
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Facts and practical information
The D'Oliphant, also written as De Oliphant, was commissioned in 1591 by Cornelis van Wijkcool as "boerenbehuizinge" built near Nieuwesluis on the island Voorne. Oliphant translates into "Elephant" although the current spelling of the Dutch word is Olifant. The octagonal tower part of the house was probably designed to give the allure of a knight homestead and to suggest that the owner belonged to an ancient and noble family. The house was moved in 1975 and is now located at the Kromme Zandweg 90 in the district of Charlois in Rotterdam. ()
Day trips
D'Oliphant – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Rotterdam Ahoy, De Zandweg, SS Rotterdam, Katendrecht.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to D'Oliphant?
Nearby attractions include De Zandweg, Rotterdam (3 min walk), Wielewaal, Rotterdam (11 min walk), Oud-Charlois, Rotterdam (12 min walk), Carnisserbuurt, Rotterdam (15 min walk).
How to get to D'Oliphant by public transport?
The nearest stations to D'Oliphant:
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Bus
- Pendrechtseweg • Lines: 567, 67 (2 min walk)
- Fuutstraat • Lines: 67 (5 min walk)
Tram
- Kromme Zandweg • Lines: 2 (6 min walk)
- Van Blommesteynweg • Lines: 2 (10 min walk)
Metro
- Slinge • Lines: D, E (17 min walk)
- Zuidplein • Lines: D, E (22 min walk)