Here you can still park for free in Rotterdam.

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Welcome to Rotterdam! Whether you’re out for the day or just exploring the city, parking can be a costly challenge. Luckily, there are ways to park your car for free, if you know where to look.

Free parking may sound too good to be true, but it is possible. Of course, you need to know what to look for and what the rules are in different neighborhoods.

In this blog, I share useful tips and tricks on where and when you can park for free in Rotterdam. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, this guide will help you save money and avoid parking stress. So read on to find out how to park your car for free in our beautiful city. Enjoy reading and good luck finding a (free) parking space!

Free Parking

In Rotterdam, you can park for free in areas where no paid parking applies and at P+R sites on the outskirts of the city. From these parking locations, you can easily travel to the city center by public transport, which is often faster and easier than looking for a free parking space by car in the busy city center. By parking at a P+R site, you not only avoid the high parking costs, but also the stress of parking in the city. In addition, parking is free everywhere in Rotterdam on New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Whit Sunday and Christmas Day.

Free parking P+R area

In Rotterdam you will find 15 P+R (Parking and Travel) sites where you can park your car or motorcycle for free for up to 72 hours. These sites are ideal if you want to avoid the crowds and high parking costs in the city center. Many P+R sites are located on the edge of the city, making it easy to travel to the center by public transport. For some locations you need an OV chip card to travel further, such as P+R Alexander, Hoek van Holland, Kralingse Zoom, Meijersplein, Noorderhelling and Slinge. In other areas, such as Beverwaard, Capelsebrug, Hoogvliet, Hoogvliet Tussenwater, Hoogvliet Zalmplaat, Melanchtonweg, Nesselande, Pernis and Schenkel, you can park for free without an OV chip card. The travel time to the city centre usually varies between 10 and 20 minutes, depending on the P+R area you choose. Free parking at a P+R site is a smart and affordable choice for anyone visiting Rotterdam.

Free parking Feyenoord Stadium De Kuip

Free parking at Feyenoord Stadium De Kuip Do you want to park for free at Feyenoord Stadium De Kuip? On days without matches or events, you can easily park your car in the stadium's parking lot. Park for free at P2 or P3, right next to the Maasgebouw, and enjoy the proximity of De Kuip without parking costs. This makes it an ideal location for visitors who want to explore the area or have business appointments nearby.

Free parking Rotterdam Central

Want to park for free at Rotterdam Central? Use the Kiss & Ride at Delftseplein, right next to the station. Here you can park for free and for a short time to drop off or pick up passengers. This convenient location provides easy access to Rotterdam Central Station without parking fees, ideal for quick stops.

Free parking Rotterdam Airport

If you just want to say goodbye to your travel companions (Kiss & Go), you can say goodbye briefly and unload your luggage in front of the terminal. The maximum parturning time is 5 minutes and you don't have to pay for it. You will find these free parking spaces when you drive onto Rotterdam Airport from the A13 motorway via the Rotterdam Airportbaan to P1 on the left. Directly after P1 you have the so-called Kiss & Co parking spaces.

Free parking at Laden en Lossen

When loading and unloading in Rotterdam, there is no question of 'parking' and therefore the municipality of Rotterdam is not allowed to impose a parking fine. You can park here for free to load or unload goods or to let someone get in or out. However, on the condition that immediately after parking the car, goods of any weight or size that can hardly be picked up or brought in any other way must be continuously loaded or unloaded.

Parking Offers Rotterdam

Were you unable to find a free parking space or do you want to park closer to your destination? Then you can reserve a parking space in Rotterdam cheaply via one of the handy parking services. At ParkBee you can park cheaply at various locations in the city. Q-Park also offers safe and centrally located parking garages. Another option is ParkingYou, where you can easily reserve a spot. With these services you are assured of a parking space and you avoid unnecessary searches for free spots.

Parking Offers Rotterdam Airport

If you are traveling from Rotterdam Airport, it is nice to reserve a parking space in advance so that you can start your journey without stress. There are various parking services that offer affordable and reliable parking options. At ParkCare you benefit from the guaranteed lowest price for parking at Rotterdam Airport. Another handy option is Parkos, where you can easily compare and book parking providers. You can also arrange affordable parking close to the airport via ParkVia. Finally, QuickParking offers fast and flexible parking options, ideal if you want to park close to the terminal. With these services you are assured of a spot and you can start your journey relaxed.

Tips Free Parking Rotterdam

Do you know more places in and around Rotterdam where you can park for free? Let us know by leaving a comment on this article. We would love to hear your suggestions and experiences to make this list even more complete!