Discover the surroundings of Hotel Ridderkerk
Van der Valk Hotel Ridderkerk is located near the city of Rotterdam in a versatile area, with a lot to discover. Visit Rotterdam with her beautiful architecture and sights, or go for a lovely cycling or walking route in the area. Especially in this time, we enjoy the tranquility of nature. Starting from the hotel, there are several cycling routes to for example the polders of the Hoeksche Waard or the windmills of Kinderdijk. You can also go for a beautiful walk in the area of the hotel. We made a list of some of our favourite sights and activities. Would you like to get more information about some specific acitivites? Please feel free to ask our reception.
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Sportive activities
The surroundings of Van der Valk Hotel Ridderkerk offer plenty of options for our sportive guests. You can for example go for a lovely bike or walking tour, but did you know you can also make a canoe trip or spend …
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E-chopper rental
Discover the surroundings of Hotel Ridderkerk with the environmental friendly 100% electric chopper. With these scooters, you can enjoy a day trip along all the sights near the hotel. Read more about our …
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The Biesbosch National Park
The Biesbosch National Park is the largest fresh water tidal zone in Europe. Where in earlier times, the Park was known for agriculture, the area nowadays is used as nature and recreation area. The Biesbosch is close …
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Museums in Rotterdam
Rotterdam knows different museums of world fame. One of the most known is the Boijmans Van Beuningen museum. A visit to this or one of the other museums is good to combine with a stay at Van der Valk Hotel …
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Kinderdijk
World Heritage: Kinderdijk Kinderdijk is a Unesco World Heritage and is situated close to Van der Valk Hotel Ridderkerk. It is a special area that tells a story about the history of the Netherlands. The …
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Architecture of Rotterdam
Rotterdam is known for her famous architecture. The story of the city that has been bombed in World War II and rebuilt itself in an historic way is more than worth the visit. Historic buildings Because of the …
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Thermen Binnenmaas
Close to Hotel Ridderkerk, you find Wellness center Thermen Binnenmaas. Ideal for a relaxing day out. You will find various saunas and steam baths, a hamam temple and spacious natural pool where you can swim and cool …
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Het Waalbos - forest area
Along the old river of the Waal in Rijsoord, you will find nature reserve Het Waalbos. An historical place, but a relatively new forest area. In visitors center De IJsvogel you can find beautiful hiking routes, …
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Boat rental
At the Theetuin, near Hotel Ridderkerk, you can rent a boat to sail on the Waal. The Waal is an old river arm in the area of Hotel Ridderkerk. In the past, the Waal was a wide river that connected river De Noord …
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Trompenburg Tuinen en Arboretum
For plant experts, there is a lot to discover in the area of Hotel Ridderkerk. In Kralingen, a district in Rotterdam, Trompenburg is located. This is a landscaped botanical garden with a great diversity of trees, …
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Blijdorp Zoo
Close to Van der Valk Hotel Ridderkerk, you will find one of the oldest Dutch zoos, Blijdorp Zoo. Are you staying in our hotel? Than visiting this zoo is absolutely worth the effort. With kids, the zoo is of course a …
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Laurenskerk Rotterdam
The medieval Laurenskerk is located in the city center of Rotterdam. The church reminds us of the time the city was still walled. The church was the center of the town and the is still the case today. There are …
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Remastered
Under the Erasmusbridge, you will find Remastered. Here, works of old Dutch masters are coming alive. The audience can see, hear and feel a painting. Paintings of Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Vermeer and Mondriaan are being …
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Splashtours Rotterdam
Would you like to see Rotterdam in a unique way? Go for a trip with Splashtours Rotterdam. This amphibious bus takes its passengers over land and water along the hotspots of the city. Along the way you will …
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The Pancake Boat
Sail with the Pancake Boat through the waters of Rotterdam and enjoy a fantastic view over de skyline of the city. Discover Rotterdam from the water, while you feast on the traditional Dutch …
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Feyenoord Rotterdam
The pride of the city is football club Feyenoord Rotterdam. The club is established on July 19, 1908 and from that moment it is settled in the south of Rotterdam. The club was build by four young men. Stadium De Kuip …
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Erasmus bridge Rotterdam
The Erasmus Bridge is next to the Willems bridge the second bridge crossing the Maas River in Rotterdam. The brigde connects the Kop van Zuid peninsula with the city center at north of the river. The bridge has …
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Markthal Rotterdam
Since 2014, the Markthal in Rotterdam is offically open. The Markthal is in many ways a special piece of architecture. On the ground floor and first floor, you will find restaurants and cafes. In the basement, there …
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Euromast Rotterdam
The highest watchtower of the Netherlands was opened in 1960. By then, the tower was 104 meters high. In 1970, the Euroscoop was placed on top of the mast. With 185 meters, the Euromast became the highest building of …
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Petting zoo
Close to Hotel Ridderkerk you can visit various petting zoos. In Ridderkerk you can visit 'De Dierenhof' and in Barendrecht you will find 'De Kleine Duiker'. Also nearby is petting zoo 'De …
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Plaswijckpark
You can visit Plaswijckpark with the kids. This family parc has various areas with outdoor and indoor playgrounds, a zoo and picknick spot. The parc has several restaurants with a terrace and is easy to access …
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Adventure City Rotterdam
Are you staying in Hotel Ridderkerk for a couple of days and are you looking for an adventurous day out? In Rotterdam, you will find our country's biggest climbing park: Adventure City. Visitors can go sport …
