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Erm to Kinderdijk

Updated: March 31, 2024 08:18 AM
Kinderdijk

Kinderdijk

Language

The official language of Kinderdijk is Dutch.

Currency

The official currency of Kinderdijk is the Euro.

Distance

Kinderdijk is located approximately 15 kilometers east of Rotterdam.

How to Reach

Kinderdijk can be reached by car, bus, or train.

  • By car: Take the A16 highway and exit at Kinderdijk.
  • By bus: Take bus line 95 from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Kinderdijk.
  • By train: Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Dordrecht Station and then take bus line 95 to Kinderdijk.

Expenses

The cost of visiting Kinderdijk varies depending on the time of year and the activities you choose to do.

  • Entrance fee: €9.50 for adults, €6.50 for children aged 4-11.
  • Boat tour: €7.50 for adults, €5.50 for children aged 4-11.
  • Parking: €6.50 per day.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Kinderdijk is during the spring or fall, when the weather is mild and the crowds are smaller.

What to Eat

Kinderdijk is home to a number of restaurants and cafes.

  • Restaurant De Molen: A traditional Dutch restaurant serving local dishes such as pancakes and erwtensoep (pea soup).
  • Cafe De Dijk: A cafe serving coffee, tea, and pastries.
  • Pannenkoekenhuis Kinderdijk: A pancake house serving a variety of sweet and savory pancakes.

Where to Go

In addition to the windmills, Kinderdijk is home to a number of other attractions, including:

  • The Museummolen Nederwaard: A museum dedicated to the history of the windmills.
  • The De Hollandsche IJssel Visitors' Centre: A visitor center providing information about the Kinderdijk area.
  • The Kinderdijk Visitor Centre: A visitor center providing information about the windmills and the surrounding area.

FAQ

What is Kinderdijk?
Kinderdijk is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Netherlands. It is home to a group of 19 windmills that were built in the 18th century.
Why is Kinderdijk famous?
Kinderdijk is famous for its unique collection of windmills. The windmills are used to pump water out of the polders, which are low-lying areas of land that are below sea level.
How old are the windmills at Kinderdijk?
The windmills at Kinderdijk were built between 1738 and 1740.
How many windmills are at Kinderdijk?
There are 19 windmills at Kinderdijk.
Can you go inside the windmills at Kinderdijk?
Yes, you can go inside some of the windmills at Kinderdijk. There is a museum in one of the windmills that provides information about the history of the windmills.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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