View of historic Delfshaven – Kandelaar Bridge loop from Delfshaven

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View of historic Delfshaven – Kandelaar Bridge loop from Delfshaven

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View of historic Delfshaven – Kandelaar Bridge loop from Delfshaven

00:58

16.1km

30m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 8.10 km for 30 m

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Start point

Train Station

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223 m

View of historic Delfshaven

Highlight • Historical Site

Antiquity is bursting with it. Lots to see during your tour.

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1.17 km

The Schie from the Nieuwe Maas to Delft

Highlight • River

The Schie was certainly more important to Rotterdam than the Rotte, which has never been a real shipping connection, unlike the Schie that connected Rotterdam with the rest of Holland. …

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2.19 km

View of the Van Nelle Factory

Highlight • Monument

The Van Nelle Fabriek is located on the other side of the Schie. This is one of the most important industrial monuments in the Netherlands. The former factory for rolling …

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2.57 km

View from Jonkersbrug

Highlight • Viewpoint

A convenient bridge over the Schie Canal for walkers and cyclists. It provides a pleasant connection between Rotterdam West and Overschie without having to cross the busy Kleinpolderplein.

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4.09 km

Cycle Path Along the Schie

Highlight • Cycleway

At point 4 I would not follow the suggested route but stay on the right side of the canal, as the path is easier to drive.

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5.66 km

View of the Delftse Schie

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful cycling along the water with a view of Schiedam and Rotterdam in the distance. Also a nice place to rest on a bench along the water and enjoy the surroundings.

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6.46 km

De Tempel Country Estate

Highlight • Historical Site

The De Tempel estate and the adjacent Nieuw Rhodenrijs are one of the last remaining estates on the outskirts of Rotterdam in Oud-Overschie. Both were founded to escape the troubled city.

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8.12 km

Kandelaar Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Kandelaarbrug is an elegant steel drawbridge over the Delftse Schie, especially for cyclists and walkers. With its long approach and slight bend, it offers a smooth connection between Rotterdam …

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