Regentessebrug, Rotterdam

Name: Regentessebrug
Address: Rotterdam, Netherlands

#161 among attractions in Rotterdam

Bridge, View point

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The Regentessebrug is a fixed bridge in the Dutch city of Rotterdam. The bridge connects the Posthoornstraat with the Glashaven over the Wijnhaven. Built in 1898 to replace a wooden lifting bridge, the Regentessebrug is one of the few pre-war structures to have survived the bombing on 14 May 1940. The bridge is also popularly known as the Four Lions Bridge and has been a National Monument since 1973.

Coordinates: 51°55'2"N, 4°29'7"E

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Stadscentrum (Stadsdriehoek)Rotterdam Netherlands

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

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

~1530 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Marine Corps Museum, Rotterdam
8 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...
~1200 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre, Market
Market Hall, Rotterdam
6 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...
~1640 ftN
Monuments and statues
Statue of Erasmus, Rotterdam
8 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...
~710 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum
Maritiem Museum, Rotterdam
4 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...
~1640 ftNE
View point, Museum, Vernacular architecture
Cube house, Rotterdam
8 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...
~1640 ftN
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Event space
Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk, Rotterdam
8 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...
~1360 ftN
Ferris wheel
SkyView Rotterdam, Rotterdam
7 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.
~630 ftE
51°55'1"N • 4°29'17"E
STRIPS! Museum voor het beeldverhaal, Rotterdam
4 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
~1590 ftN
51°55'17"N • 4°29'14"E
Centrummarkt, Rotterdam
8 min walk • Shopping, Flea market, Market
~1550 ftSW
Church
Scots International Church, Rotterdam
8 min walk • The Scots International Church or the Scottish Church is located in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. An English-language Protestant church in the Presbyterian tradition, it is part of the Church of Scotland, within the Church's Presbytery of Europe.
~660 ftW
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Low Light of the Hook of Holland, Rotterdam
4 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Regentessebrug?

Nearby attractions include De Verwoeste Stad, Rotterdam (3 min walk), STRIPS! Museum voor het beeldverhaal, Rotterdam (4 min walk), Low Light of the Hook of Holland, Rotterdam (4 min walk), Maritiem Museum, Rotterdam (4 min walk).

How to get to Regentessebrug by public transport?

The nearest stations to Regentessebrug:

Bus

Keizerstraat • Lines: 32 (3 min walk)
Station Blaak • Lines: 32, 824 (5 min walk)

Tram

Keizerstraat • Lines: 21, 24 (4 min walk)
Beurs • Lines: 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 8 (6 min walk)

Metro

Beurs • Lines: A, B, C, D, E (7 min walk)
Blaak • Lines: A, B, C (7 min walk)

Ferry

Rotterdam, Erasmusbrug • Lines: 20, 201, 202 (16 min walk)

Train

Rotterdam Centraal (23 min walk)
Rotterdam Zuid (35 min walk)