Rotterdam Central Station

Het nieuwe Rotterdam Centraal Station – een markant gebouw met die o zo opvallende, uitstekende punt – werd in 2014 door koning Willem-Alexander geopend. Inmiddels is de Rotterdammer al gewend aan deze ultramoderne stationshal, maar het gebouw kan nog steeds vaak genoeg op hoorbare ‘oehs’ en ‘aahs’ rekenen…

Cooltoren – lower rooftop

Gloednieuw dak dat dienst doet als collectieve binnentuin in hartje Rotterdam.

Nieuwe Luxor theater

This rooftop is open to the public for the first time. Enjoy the view of the Rijnhaven, Maashaven, Las Palmas, and the Wilhelminakade.

Portlantis

Brand new experience centre the second Maasvlakte, a design by MVRDV with a fully accessible roof and 360 degree view.

Sweco – De Nieuwe Boompjes

Pameijer

Monumental building that was part of the former Heineken factory next to the Rotte river. Enjoy views overlooking North and East Rotterdam.

Rotterdam Building 14th floor

In the middle of the city centre overlooking the Lijnbaan.

HBS

Monumental former school building in Rotterdam West that now serves as a creative place for performative arts.

Bovenop Zuid: Shoppingcenter Zuidplein

Climb up to the rooftop which is transformed into an art park and follow the bright yellow path along the works of 42 artists.

Hoogheemraadschap van Schieland en Krimpenerwaard

The Hoogheemraadschap (water board) is essential in a country that is largely below sea level. They ensure the maintenance of dikes, locks and pumping stations and ensure that water levels remain at a safe level so that we keep our feet dry. They also ensure that our drinking water comes…

Maritime Museum

A building that symbolizes the connection between city and water, in the heart of Rotterdam. With a gigantic roof and view. The place where you will visit the Rooftop Roetsj this year.

Westersingel

Close to the popular Witte de Withstraat and the Museumpark, it's a great place for students to reside.

W70 16th floor

From the 16th floor, you can admire the Weena in all its glory.

W70 11th floor

From the 16th floor, you can admire the Weena in all its glory.

Samuel Mullerstraat

On the roof terrace, water buffering and biodiversity are particularly characteristic. It's like a lifted field that attracts a lot of birds.

Parkflat

This municipal monument is especially appreciated by its current residents, because of the rooftop terrace offering breathtaking views of the city, the park and the water.

Dordtselaanflat

This flat has been featured as a backdrop in several films and is rumored to have inspired the illustrations by Fiep Westendorp for the book "Pluk van de Petteflet."

3e Westenwagenhof

Two new buildings with student housing. On the roofs you will find terraces, plants/trees and a greenhouse.

Hofpoort

There are phenomenal views from the roof of this former Shell office building.

Hogeschool Rotterdam

You can’t see it from the street, but they are there: green roofs with solar panels at the Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences! On the edge of Museumpark stands this monumental building that was designed by architect H.F. Mertens in the 1930s as the head office of Unilever. Now it…

Laurens Intermezzo

The rooftop garden at this rehabilitation center is a tranquil spot where you can enjoy fresh air and the sun.

De Groene Kaap

One of the most innovative residential buildings in Rotterdam. With views of the Maas- and Rijnhaven.

WTC Rotterdam

From the 93-meter-high roof, you have a great view of the city and can also admire the historic WTC rooftops and the Coolsingel and Beurstraverse from above.

De Startmotor

A building where meeting, connecting and doing things together is key. Also on the roofs!

Rotterdam Building 11th floor

In the middle of the city centre overlooking the Lijnbaan.

Van Nelle Fabriek

The Van Nelle Factory is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. On the roof you can enjoy a panoramic view of Rotterdam West, Schiedam and Midden-Delfland.

Thornico Building

The multi-purpose Thornico Building stretches along Westblaak and has been completely renovated. On the roof we find a surprise.

Kunsthal

On the roof of this adventurous building you will find a roof garden, beehive and a sculpture by Henk Visch.

Prins Hendrikkade

From the verdant rooftop terrace you have an insane view of the city and the monumental bridge De Hef.

Las Palmas

Former warehouse on Wilhelminapier with beautiful sights of the Maas- and Rijnhaven and the Rotterdam skyline.

Maassilo

Concrete building on the Maashaven. Legendary party venue with stunning hidden views.

Luchtpark Hofbogen

Luchtpark Hofbogen is the former Hofplein station turned semi-public rooftop park.

Laurenskerk

The only remnant of Rotterdam's medieval city center.

Lijnbaanflat – Joost Banckertsplaats

Lijnbaan and its buildings were considered the pinnacle of reconstruction progress. Now it is time to start taking advantage of the roofs' potential as well.

Hofplein 19

Former headquarters of Shell, next to the famous Hofplein fountain in the center of Rotterdam.

Het Witte Huis

From the rooftop, you can see the Nieuwe Maas flowing into the city and experience the Markthal and the cube houses from a different perspective.

Heilige Boontjes

Former police station, now work experience place for ex-prisoners and one of the best coffee shops in Rotterdam.

De Rotterdam Westtoren

The highest rooftop of the festival, an icon by architect Rem Koolhaas. With views towards the harbour and Nieuwe Maas.

GEB tower

National monument, previously the highest tower of Rotterdam. Topped up with an anti-aircraft observation post during WOII.

Delftse poort

Despite its simple block-like shapes, the Delftse Poort is easily recognizable in the Rotterdam skyline.

Depot Boijmans van Beuningen

The Depot is the world's first publicly accessible art depot. On top of the building you'll find the museum cafe-restaurant and a rooftop forest.

Erasmus MC

The rooftop gardens at this green hospital are inspired by orchards and provide an oasis of tranquility for patients.

Groot Handelsgebouw

The biggest icon of the reconstruction period after WWII in Rotterdam. Walk across the extensive rooftop.

Central Post

From this former mail sorting centre next to Central Station, there are views on all sides.

De Heuvel

The rooftop offers a perfect view of a hidden piece of green in the city centre.

De Doelen

In 2022, the roof of this concert hall was transformed into a green oasis.

Dakpark

At nine meters high and 1200 meters long, Dakpark Rotterdam is one of the largest roof parks in Europe and a green oasis in an urban environment.

Dakakker

One of Europe's largest rooftop farms working directly with soil on roof.

Didden Village

The first project of MVRDV in Rotterdam. A bright blue mini village on top of a housing block.

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