Second World War Walking Tour in Rotterdam
Rotterdam, Aruba
May 14, 1940: A devastating watershed in the history of Rotterdam. Within fifteen minutes the city center was bombed to the ground by the Nazis. The Second World War and the much-needed post-war reconstruction period are strongly intertwined into the identity of Rotterdam. Your experienced tour guide will explain why the bombardment took place and show you buildings which survived the bombing. During this tour you will also visit The Destroyed City, the most important war memorial in Rotterdam.
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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Destroyed City, Plein 1940, 3011 Rotterdam The Netherlands
The most important war memorial.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Brandgrens, Hofdijk 651, 3032 CG Rotterdam The Netherlands
The Fire Boundary
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: City Hall Rotterdam, Coolsingel 40, 3011 AD Rotterdam The Netherlands
The building which survived the bombing.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Lijnbaan, 3012 Rotterdam The Netherlands
One of the biggest accomplishments of the Reconstruction Period.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk, Grotekerkplein 27, 3011 GC Rotterdam The Netherlands
We see pictures of this church before and after the bombing.
Duration: 10 minutes
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Rotterdam City Map
- Snacks - Rotterdam local candy
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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