Bergpolder, Rotterdam

#140 among attractions in Rotterdam

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Bergpolder is a neighborhood of Rotterdam, Netherlands in Rotterdam-Noord. The neighborhood was laid out between 1930 and 1935 and named after the polder of the same name. The Bergpolderflat built in 1933, now a national monument, is the main attraction of the neighborhood, together with the Sportfondsenbad Noord from 1937 on the Van Maanenstraat. The Sophia Kinderziekenhuis, founded in 1863 was relocated in 1936 to the northern border of the Gordelweg district, and moved to a new building next to the Erasmus Medical Center in 1994. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°56'4"N, 4°27'59"E

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Noord (Bergpolder)Rotterdam Netherlands

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

Nearby attractions include: Lijnbaan, Museum Rotterdam, Diergaarde Blijdorp, Oceanium.

1 miSE
Shopping district, Shopping
Lijnbaan, Rotterdam
26 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rotterdam, the Lijnbaan stands as a testament to post-war urban development and the modernist movement. This pedestrian shopping district, which first opened its paths in 1953, was designed by the architectural firm Van den Broek and Bakema as...
1.1 miSE
Museum, History museum
Museum Rotterdam, Rotterdam
28 min walk • Museum Rotterdam, nestled in the heart of Rotterdam, Netherlands, serves as a cultural repository showcasing the city's rich history and vibrant present. As a dynamic institution, it is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the collective memory of Rotterdam's...
0.9 miSW
Zoo with oceanarium and kids' playground
Diergaarde Blijdorp, Rotterdam
23 min walk • Diergaarde Blijdorp, also known as Rotterdam Zoo, is an enchanting wildlife oasis nestled in the bustling city of Rotterdam, Netherlands. This well-established zoological garden has been delighting visitors since its opening in 1857, making it one of the oldest zoos in...
1 miSW
Zoo, Aquarium
Oceanium, Rotterdam
25 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Rotterdam, Netherlands, lies the Oceanium, an immersive underwater experience that forms a part of the renowned Rotterdam Zoo, also known as Diergaarde Blijdorp. This expansive marine exhibit stands as a testament to the intricate beauty...
0.8 miS
Museum, Historical place, Architecture
Groothandelsgebouw, Rotterdam
20 min walk • The Groothandelsgebouw, an architectural landmark in the bustling city of Rotterdam, Netherlands, is not only a testament to post-war reconstruction but also a vibrant center for business and culture. Though not a museum in the traditional sense, its historical...
0.8 miS
Tower
Delftse Poort, Rotterdam
20 min walk • Delftse Poort is a twin-tower skyscraper complex at Weena 505 next to the Rotterdam Centraal railway station in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Tower I is 151.35 m with 41 stories, and Tower II is 93 m with 25 stories. Until May 2009, Tower I was the tallest office tower in the Netherlands.
1 miS
Square, Outdoor activities, Park
Schouwburgplein, Rotterdam
26 min walk • Theatre Square is a plaza situated in the heart of the city of Rotterdam, and is flanked by the municipal theatre, concert hall, restaurants, and cafes.
1 miSE
Postmodern architecture
Timmerhuis, Rotterdam
27 min walk • The Timmerhuis is a building complex in the Stadsdriehoek district in the center of Rotterdam. The building is a combination of post-World War II reconstruction architecture by municipal architect J.R.A. Koops and contemporary architecture by the Office for Metropolitan Architecture.
0.9 miS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
De Doelen, Rotterdam
24 min walk • De Doelen is a concert venue and convention centre in Rotterdam, Netherlands. It was originally built in 1934 but then destroyed in 1940 during the German bombardment of Rotterdam in May 1940 at the outset of World War II.
0.8 miSE
Square, Shopping centre
Hofplein, Rotterdam
21 min walk • Hofplein is a major public town square in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The square lies on a crossing of the Weena, the Schiekade and the Coolsingel. In the center of the square a large fountain is situated. Near the square lay the former Rotterdam Hofplein railway station.
1 miSE
Street
Coolsingel, Rotterdam
25 min walk • Coolsingel is one of the best known streets in central Rotterdam. It is located in the Cool district. The street leads from the Hofplein to the Churchillplein. Plans were announced in 2016 to reduce traffic congestion on the street. The redevelopment is expected to cost 47 million euros and to be finished by 2020.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bergpolder?

Nearby attractions include Houweling Telecom Museum, Rotterdam (4 min walk), Bergsingelkerk, Rotterdam (5 min walk), Liskwartier, Rotterdam (11 min walk), Bergweg, Rotterdam (12 min walk).

How to get to Bergpolder by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bergpolder:

Tram

Schieweg • Lines: 25 (2 min walk)
Eudokiaplein • Lines: 4 (8 min walk)

Metro

Blijdorp • Lines: E (12 min walk)
Rotterdam Centraal • Lines: D, E (20 min walk)

Bus

Blijdorp Metro • Lines: 33 (12 min walk)
Vroesenpark • Lines: 33 (15 min walk)

Train

Rotterdam Centraal (17 min walk)
Rotterdam Noord (22 min walk)