Willemsbrug, Rotterdam

Name: Willemsbrug
Address: Rotterdam, Netherlands

#33 among attractions in Rotterdam

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Facts and practical information

The Willemsbrug is a bridge next to the Erasmusbrug in the centre of Rotterdam, Netherlands, spanning the Nieuwe Maas. It links the northern part of the city with the Noordereiland and the district of Feijenoord. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1981 (43 years ago)Coordinates: 51°55'6"N, 4°29'37"E

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Stadscentrum (Stadsdriehoek)Rotterdam Netherlands

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Day trips

Willemsbrug – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Marine Corps Museum, Market Hall, Statue of Erasmus, Maritiem Museum.

~520 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Marine Corps Museum, Rotterdam
3 min walk • The Marine Corps Museum, nested in the heart of Rotterdam, the Netherlands, stands as a testament to the rich maritime history and the valor of the Dutch Marines. This museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the legacy of the Netherlands Marine Corps, one of...
~1670 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Market
Market Hall, Rotterdam
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rotterdam, the Market Hall (Markthal in Dutch) stands as a testament to modern architecture and cultural diversity. This iconic semi-circular building, completed in 2014, is not only a residential and office space but also a vibrant public...
0.5 miNW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Erasmus, Rotterdam
12 min walk • Standing proudly in the heart of Rotterdam, the Statue of Erasmus is a testament to one of the city's most renowned historical figures, Desiderius Erasmus. Crafted by the celebrated Dutch sculptor Hendrick de Keyser, this striking sculpture honors the influential...
0.5 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
Maritiem Museum, Rotterdam
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rotterdam, the Maritiem Museum stands as a testament to the city's rich maritime heritage. This dynamic institution, situated in the bustling port area, offers visitors an immersive journey through the Netherlands' seafaring history, from the...
~1120 ftNW
View point, Museum, Vernacular architecture
Cube house, Rotterdam
6 min walk • The Cube House (Kubuswoningen) is an architectural marvel and a must-see landmark in the bustling city of Rotterdam, Netherlands. Designed by architect Piet Blom in the late 1970s and completed in 1984, these innovative houses are a bold urban experiment that combines...
~1750 ftN
51°55'23"N • 4°29'39"E
Exitgame, Rotterdam
9 min walk • Amusement, Room escape games, Amusement park
0.4 miNW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Event space
Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk, Rotterdam
11 min walk • The Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk stands as a historical beacon in the heart of Rotterdam, Netherlands. This venerable church, with its roots deeply embedded in the medieval era, is the only remnant of the city's original medieval architecture, as much of Rotterdam was...
0.4 miNW
Ferris wheel
SkyView Rotterdam, Rotterdam
11 min walk • SkyView Rotterdam was a 45-meter-tall Ferris wheel in the center of Rotterdam. It opened to the public on September 4, 2018, and was decommissioned in July 2019. Some residents of Markthal protested its construction citing privacy concerns. It was expected to stay for five years, but operated for less than one year.
0.6 miN
Watersports, Sport complex, Swimming
Oostelijk Zwembad, Rotterdam
15 min walk • The Oostelijk Zwembad is the second indoor swimming pool in the Dutch city of Rotterdam. It was founded in 1932 and has been a national monument since 1996. The pool is located on the Gerdesiaweg in Kralingen-Crooswijk.
0.5 miW
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Low Light of the Hook of Holland, Rotterdam
13 min walk • The Low Light of the Hook of Holland is a lighthouse that once stood at the Hook of Holland, but has since been dismantled and reassembled near the Rotterdam maritime museum.
0.5 miW
51°55'8"N • 4°28'55"E
Het Schielandshuis, Rotterdam
13 min walk • Museum, History museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Willemsbrug?

Nearby attractions include Witte Huis, Rotterdam (3 min walk), Marine Corps Museum, Rotterdam (3 min walk), Station Rotterdam Blaak, Rotterdam (5 min walk), The Red Apple, Rotterdam (6 min walk).

How to get to Willemsbrug by public transport?

The nearest stations to Willemsbrug:

Bus

Willemswerf • Lines: 32 (4 min walk)
Willemsbrug • Lines: 32 (7 min walk)

Tram

Blaak • Lines: 21, 24 (6 min walk)
Burg. Van Walsumweg • Lines: 21, 24 (7 min walk)

Metro

Blaak • Lines: A, B, C (6 min walk)
Oostplein • Lines: A, B, C (10 min walk)

Ferry

Rotterdam, Erasmusbrug • Lines: 20, 201, 202 (21 min walk)

Train

Rotterdam Zuid (30 min walk)
Rotterdam Centraal (30 min walk)