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Ridderkerk

Ridderkerk is presented as a water-based connection point for visiting Kinderdijk from Rotterdam. Waterbus line 20 reaches the town, followed by a transfer to the small Driehoeksveer ferry, with a separate ticket required.

Ridderkerk
Photo by Kasteelbeer Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0 nl
The place

What makes it special

  • Arrival on Waterbus line 20.
  • Transfer to the Driehoeksveer ferry.
  • Useful as part of a Kinderdijk excursion.
Ridderkerk
Photo by Hendrik Ido Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY 4.0
Ridderkerk
Photo by Hendrik Ido Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY 4.0
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Kinderdijk windmills beside a canal and dike

Kinderdijk from Rotterdam: windmills, water and route choices

A visit to Kinderdijk makes more sense when experienced as a system of dikes, canals, windmills and pumping stations, rather than as a quick photo stop.

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Profile updated: 24/09/2026