How to get to Rotterdam

Rotterdam is one of Europe’s best-connected cities, with excellent rail, air and public transport links. The city is served by nearby international airports and is easy to reach by high-speed rail, including Eurostar services.

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

Rotterdam is just 24 minutes away from a key international hub, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. The direct high-speed train to Rotterdam Central Station departs five times per hour from the airport. 26 min to Rotterdam Central Station.

Rotterdam Airport

Rotterdam Airport is a comfortable and easy regional airport, making it an ideal hub for your European participants from 40 European destinations. Travel times between the airport and the city are excellent: 15 minutes by taxi and 20 minutes by public transport (airport shuttle & metro) to Rotterdam Central Station.

By train

One of the fastest and greenest ways to get to Rotterdam is to travel by train. Direct international trains from Belgium, France, the UK and Germany arrive at Rotterdam Central Station several times a day, just a short walk from the EPC 2028 venue.

Discover Rotterdam

Welcome to Rotterdam, a young, dynamic, future-focused world city! Known for its bold architecture, pioneering spirit, and vibrant culture, Rotterdam is the perfect backdrop for learning, networking, and inspiration.

Here is what awaits you as an EPC 2028 participant:

  • Effortless Arrival: Reach the city in minutes via direct high-speed trains from London, Paris, and Brussels, or through easy connections from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.


  • World-class venue: De Doelen ICC is centrally located near Rotterdam Central Station and surrounded by hotels, restaurants, shops and cultural attractions.


  • A sustainable setting: Rotterdam offers a strong setting for sustainable event practices, with excellent public transport, compact city infrastructure and a growing focus on smart urban development.


  • Compact and Walkable: Navigate the city with ease using efficient public transit, or explore the safe, pedestrian-friendly streets lined with striking architecture and diverse dining.


  • Between sessions, you can explore world-renowned museums, vibrant food halls, and a stunning waterfront, making your stay both professionally rewarding and personally unforgettable.

HIGHLIGHTS ROTTERDAM

Depot Boijmans van Beuningen
Markthal

Photo by: Ossip van Duivenbode

Euromast

Photo by: Iris van den Broek

Watertaxi and waterbus

Photo by: Iris van den Broek

Metro to Hoek van Holland Beach

Photo by: Iris van den Broek

Rotterdam's Urban Surf Spot

Photo by: Adrienne Wildeman