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**The giant swan-like bridge that shapes Rotterdam’s iconic skyline. Snap a picture and enjoy the spectacular bridge by bike. **
- Marvel at the feat of engineering that is the Erasmus Bridge in Rotterdam, or Erasmusbrug. It's been nicknamed ‘the Swan’, or ‘De Zwaan’ by locals, for its white colour and birdlike shape. We think it looks more like a massive harp, don’t you? Either way, at 134 meters tall, the second biggest bridge in the Netherlands is definitely a sight to behold.
- Erasmburg crosses the Nieuw Maas in Rotterdam’s centre; it connects the city’s north and south and sits in the world’s largest harbour. Snap a picture of this architectural work of art which can be seen from many parts of the city.
- Crossing the bridge is best done on a bike tour of the city. From the centre of town, you’ll peddle your way across to get to places like Delfshaven’s historic harbour or the futuristic Kop van Zuid and Wilhelminapier. There you’ll find Hotel New York, the Netherlands Photomuseum, and the Fenix Food Factory.
Updated on 8 November 2021
Tips and Tricks
- Donkey Republic does 24/7 bike rental and has several shops dotted around the city.
Getting There
- By Car: the bridge has its own parking garage on the north side of the bridge, in the city centre.
- By Tram: Westerstraat tram stop is closest on the bridge’s north side and Wilhelminaplein tram stop is closest on the south side.
- By Metro: Wilhelminaplein is the nearest metro station.
- By Ferry: Water taxi station Erasmusbrug is on the bridge.
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