In de omgeving
In de omgeving
After an impressive day at Portlantis, in the mood for even more port? Then we have some great tips for you.
After an impressive day at Portlantis, in the mood for even more port? Then we have some great tips for you.
Artwork
Looking at art on the beach? That’s possible, too! From P3, you can see an impressive work of art in the dunes: The Zandwacht. Accessible on foot, this artwork depicts how dunes are formed by wind and sand. The Zandwacht marks the completion of construction of Maasvlakte 2. It was developed by the Rotterdam-based artist collective Observatorium. Crazy about photography? Don’t forget your camera!
Ship-spotting
Inland vessels, container giants, tankers, cruise ships. Many types of vessel pass through the Rotterdam port area. The Maasvlakte features some great locations for spotting them and taking photographs, such as Slag Maasmond, the entrance to the port of Rotterdam. An average of 80 seagoing vessels enter the port here every day. Why not then enjoy a tasty snack at the Smickel-Inn snack bar, aka the ‘Balcony of Europe’?
Maasvlakte beach
Zandkastelen bouwen, zonnebaden en zwemmen, kitesurfen of een stevige wandeling maken. Het kan allemaal op het Maasvlaktestrand. Maasvlakte 2 heeft kilometers strand voor uiteenlopende gebruikers. Of je nu zonaanbidder bent, sportieve kiter of een plek zoekt om met de hond uit te waaien, op het Maasvlaktestrand kan het allemaal.
Op de verschillende parkeerterreinen kun je gratis parkeren. Actievelingen kunnen terecht op het sportstrand bij P5 en P6. Ten noorden van P1 vind je een nudistenstrand. Zonaanbidders en zwemmers kunnen terecht op het strand ter hoogte van P1 t/m P3. Tussen P2 en P3 vind je de reddingsbrigade. En ben je benieuwd naar de oeroude vondsten die je kunt doen op het Maasvlaktestrand? Ga dan eens mee op fossielenexpeditie.
Birdwatching
Are you a birder? You’ll find some great spots for birdwatching near P6, but south of the Slufter is ideal, too. Or take a look at Bird Valley on Prinses Máximaweg. On this 21-acre site, birds have lots of space to forage, nest and rest undisturbed. At the observation screens you’ll find information about the area, its inhabitants and its visitors.
Cycling
There are some 175 kilometres of cycle paths in the Rotterdam port area. The surroundings of Portlantis are also great for a nice bike ride. Use the ANWB’s Fietsknooppuntenplanner to create your own cycle route.
Portlantis is a great place to stop for a while. Here you can charge your e-bike for free, patch and pump up your tyre, enjoy a cup of coffee, refill your water bottle, and use the toilets.
Hiking
There are also plenty of options for hikers near Portlantis. Enjoy a breath of fresh air on the Maasvlakte beach, by walking to the Zandwacht artwork, for instance. Or take a walk around Oostvoornse lake. Take in the vistas over the water, wander past Tauros cattle in the Geuzenbos woodland, and gaze out across the ‘Slikken van Voorne’ nature reserve. The port is never far away here and is often part of the scenery. Along the way, you’ll encounter restaurants where you can refuel.
Port Pavilion
If you want further tips for exploring the port area, stop in at the Port Pavilion free info point on Schiedamsedijk in downtown Rotterdam. With its interactive projections, the 11-metre long photo montage gives you an overview of all cycle routes, viewing points, tours, attractions, beaches, nature reserves and recreational zones in and around the port. Six large screens pass continually along the wall, displaying – both individually and as a montage – the vistas and contrasts that make up and enrich the expansive 40-kilometre-long port area. HavenHosts help you put together your perfect port excursion.