Welcome to the largest portuary city of the Netherlands. This city was fully rebuilt after the Second World War and features modern architecture, skyscrapers and the world famous Cubic Houses. Let us take you through the Stadsdriehoek, the historic City Triangle of Rotterdam, that has its roots deep in medieval times. Follow the footsteps of our guide to get to know the immense variety of Rotterdam, learning about its past, present and future!
You will learn about:
12th century origin Count Willem IV of Holland The triangle of Rotterdam 14th century expansion of the harbour 16th century expansion Dutch East India Company Expansion of the 19th century shipping industry World War I neutrality and espionage Rotterdam Blitz Bombing and destruction by the Luftwaffe Rebuilding and modernity
You will see: City Hall Binnenrotte St. Laurenskerk Kubuswoningen (cube houses) Witte Huis (White House) Market Hall Het Schielandshuis Koopgoot (aka Beurstraverse) World Trade Center
You will make your own way to the meeting points