Kijfhoek, Kinderdijk

Name: Kijfhoek
Address: Kinderdijk, Netherlands

#6 among attractions in Kinderdijk

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Kijfhoek classification yard is a hump yard type freight rail yard between Rotterdam and Dordrecht in the western Netherlands. The rail yard is named after the nearby village Kijfhoek in the municipality Zwijndrecht. With an area of 50 hectares Kijfhoek is the largest of the few railway yards left in the country. The rail yard has a key function in connecting the rail network at the Port of Rotterdam with the rest of the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°49'59"N, 4°35'35"E

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Nearby attractions include: Great Church, Mountain Network, Dordrechts Museum, WSV "Maartensgat".

3.1 miSE
Church
Great Church, Dordrecht
80 min walk • The Great Church, also known as Grote Kerk or the Church of Our Lady, stands as a monumental beacon of history in the city of Dordrecht, Netherlands. This impressive Gothic church, dating back to the 14th century, is renowned for its striking tower, which, though never...
4.4 miSE
51°47'56"N • 4°40'44"E
Mountain Network, Dordrecht
112 min walk • Climbing
3.6 miE
Museum, Art museum
Dordrechts Museum, Dordrecht
93 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of Dordrecht in the Netherlands, the Dordrechts Museum is a cultural treasure trove that offers visitors a glimpse into Dutch art spanning over six centuries. Established in 1842, the museum is one of the oldest in the country...
3.1 miSE
51°48'54"N • 4°39'36"E
WSV "Maartensgat", Dordrecht
80 min walk • Sailing, Marina
3.3 miSE
City hall
Stadhuis, Dordrecht
85 min walk • The Stadhuis of Dordrecht, nestled in the historic heart of one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, stands as a testament to the city's rich past and civic pride. Serving as the city hall, this emblematic building is not just the hub of municipal affairs but also...
1.4 miNE
Park
Sandelingen Ambacht, Dordrecht
35 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Dordrecht, Netherlands, Sandelingen Ambacht stands out as a verdant oasis offering a tranquil escape from urban life. This picturesque park serves as a beloved green space where nature and leisure coalesce, providing residents...
2.3 miSE
Area
Zwijndrecht, Dordrecht
59 min walk • Zwijndrecht is a town and municipality in the western Netherlands. It is located in the province of South Holland, at the southern tip of the island of IJsselmonde, and at the confluence of the rivers Oude Maas, Beneden-Merwede, and Noord.
3.4 miE
Historical place, Architecture
Groothoofdspoort, Dordrecht
88 min walk • The Groothoofdspoort is a former city gate in Dordrecht that is located at the point where three rivers meet; the Merwede, the Oude Maas, and the Noord.
2 miNE
Town, Area
Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht, Dordrecht
51 min walk • Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht is a village and municipality in the western Netherlands. It is located on the island of IJsselmonde, and borders with Zwijndrecht, Ridderkerk, and the Noord River.
3 miNW
Area
Barendrecht, Rotterdam
77 min walk • Barendrecht is a town and municipality in the west of the Netherlands, near Rotterdam, South Holland. The municipality had a population of 48,673 in 2019, and covers an area of 21.73 km² of which 1.98 km² is water.
2.9 miNE
Park
The Gorzen, Ridderkerk
73 min walk • The Gorzen is a nature park in the Dutch province of South Holland, located on the eastside of Ridderkerk, between the New Veer and the New harbor. The nature- and recreational park The Gorzen is a former dumpsite with a total area of 40 acres.