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Rotterdam, Netherlands: Europe's Largest Port - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bite

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Rotterdam has a gleaming skyline europe's largest port it's a reminder of the Dutch knack for international trade

locals say that while the money is spent in Amsterdam it's made here in Rotterdam

the port handles 35,000 ocean-going vessels each year that's almost a hundred ships a day

today the Dutch with little in the way of natural resources still make their serious money in trade

Creator's Tips & Advice

Take a harbour tour to appreciate the port's immensity
Visit the thriving pedestrian zone to complement old-world sightseeing with modern reality

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is Rotterdam's port known for?
QHow does the port contribute to the Dutch economy?

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Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/imjq5yQzNiI Rotterdam's immense port is a reminder of the Dutch knack for international trade. Located where the Rhine River meets the ocean, the port handles 35,000 ocean-going vessels each year. More info about travel to the Netherlands: https://www.ricksteves.com/europe/netherlands #ricksteveseurope #netherlands #rotterdam Visit http://www.ricksteves.com for more information about this destination and other destinations in Europe. Check out more Rick Steves’ Europe travel resources: • “Rick Steves’ Europe” public television series: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/tv-show • “Travel with Rick Steves” public radio program: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/audio/radio • European Tours: https://www.ricksteves.com/tours • Guidebooks: https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/guidebooks • Travel Gear: https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/ • Travel Classes: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/travel-talks • Rick Steves Audio Europe App: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/audio/audio-europe Rick Steves, America's most respected authority on European travel, writes European travel guidebooks, and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio.