Het Park

Overview

Het Park is a 19th-century English-landscape-style park between the Euromast and the Nieuwe Maas waterfront. Designed by the Zocher father-son duo, it offers winding paths, ponds, and mature trees.

Highlights

• Waterfront Path: A scenic walking route along the Nieuwe Maas river.
• Norwegian Seaman's Church: A charming wooden church in the park grounds.
• Euromast Proximity: The park sits at the foot of the Euromast observation tower.

History

Laid out in 1852 by Jan David Zocher and Louis Paul Zocher in the English landscape tradition. The park was created on the estate of the Hoboken family, one of Rotterdam's prominent merchant families.

Visitor Tips

• Tip 1: Combine a park walk with a visit to the Euromast.
• Tip 2: The terrace at Park café is popular for weekend brunch.
• Duration: 30–45 minutes.