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Landmark: EuromastCity: Rotterdam
Country: Netherlands
Continent: Europe
Euromast, Rotterdam, Netherlands, Europe
Overview
If you’re exploring Rotterdam, don’t miss the Euromast-it’s one of the city’s true icons, rising high above the skyline with sweeping views in every direction.At 185 meters-about the height of a 60-story building-it’s the tallest tower in the Netherlands outside Amsterdam.From the top of the Euromast, you can see the city stretch out to the horizon and even catch the glint of the river below, which is why both tourists and locals flock there.One.The Euromast, finished in 1960 for the Floriade-a world horticultural expo in Rotterdam-rose above the city like a new landmark that year.Dutch architect Herman de Groot and engineer Willem de Kooning designed the Euromast as an observation tower for the event, its glass-walled deck offering sweeping city views; standing 185 meters tall, it’s been steadily expanded and modernized over the years to add both height and new amenities.Its height, counted from the base platform to the tip of the spire, makes it stand out across Rotterdam’s skyline.At 112 meters (367 feet), the Euromast’s observation deck lets you take in sweeping views of the city, the busy port, and the glinting waters of the Nieuwe Maas.On a clear day, you can see as far as 30 kilometers-glass towers gleaming beside wide stretches of green.At the very top, Café Euromast slowly turns, giving diners a view that changes with every bite.The restaurant slowly spins as you eat, so one moment you’re facing the mountains and the next you’re watching the city lights, turning lunch or dinner into a moving panorama.It’s the perfect spot for a memorable meal or just a drink while you take in the sweeping city skyline.The Euromast’s glass lift whisks you up to the observation deck in seconds.Riding this elevator is unlike anything else-you rise through the air with the city unfolding beneath you, rooftops shrinking as you go.One of the Euromast’s biggest thrills, the “Euromast Sky,” lets the bold climb along the tower’s outer edge.Strap in for a heart-pounding abseil from 100 meters up-about the height where the wind brushes your cheeks-descending the tower’s side for both an adrenaline kick and a rare view of the city.For something more private, the Euromast’s suites let you spend the night in luxury, high above the streets in a setting you won’t find anywhere else.Perched at the very top of the tower, the suite is made for overnight stays, so guests can take in Rotterdam’s sweeping skyline whether it’s glowing at sunrise or glittering after dark.The Euromast sits in Parkhaven, a leafy spot beside the harbor and just a short stroll from landmarks like the Maritime Museum and Kralingse Bos.It’s easy to reach by tram, bus, or a short walk from nearby sights, maybe past a row of tulips in spring.The Euromast stays open all year, with longer hours when summer days stretch late into the evening.Before you go, check the official website for up-to-date opening hours and any special events-they sometimes post last-minute evening light shows.You can buy general admission tickets for the Euromast, which gets you up to the observation deck and into the restaurant.You can get special rates for experiences like the Euromast Sky adventure or exclusive stays in the Euromast Suites.The tower also hosts all kinds of events-private parties, corporate gatherings, weddings-set high above the city in the restaurant or on the observation deck, where the wind carries the sound of laughter.On New Year’s Eve, it’s the place to watch Rotterdam’s fireworks burst open across the night sky.From time to time, you’ll find themed evenings here too: golden-hour sunset viewings, after-dark photography tours, or dazzling light installations that make the whole city glow.More than an architectural landmark, the Euromast is woven into Rotterdam’s skyline, giving everyone a fresh way to see-and feel-the city.You might savor dinner as the city slowly turns beneath you, feel the rush of abseiling down the tower’s side, or just lean on the rail and watch Rotterdam stretch out to the horizon-either way, the Euromast leaves a lasting impression.
