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Road Genius compares campervan and motorhome rentals so you can pick the right vehicle and supplier in the Netherlands. Rotterdam is a busy port city in South Holland, 45 minutes from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and on direct motorway links to Belgium and Germany. The region is flat, has many dedicated cycle lanes and a strict low-emission zone, so advance trip planning is useful.
| Season | Average high °C │ °F | Good time? |
|---|---|---|
| Spring (April–May) | 14-18 │ 57-64 | Yes – mild weather, tulip fields nearby |
| Summer (June–August) | 21-23 │ 70-73 | Yes – warmest, busiest |
| Autumn (September–October) | 15-19 │ 59-66 | Yes – fewer crowds, stable weather |
| Winter (November–March) | 6-10 │ 43-50 | Maybe – cold, more rain, shorter campsite hours |
• The inner city is a Milieuzone (low-emission zone). Diesel engines below Euro 4 standard are not allowed and fines are enforced by camera.
• Urban streets have speed limits of 50 km/h (31 mph), rural roads 80 km/h (50 mph) and motorways 100 km/h (62 mph) between 06:00-19:00. At night the limit increases to 120 or 130 km/h (75-81 mph) where posted.
• P+R sites (for example Kralingse Zoom, Alexander, Beverwaard) offer high-roof parking spaces and cheap day tickets that include metro travel.
• Most parking garages have a 2.1 m (6 ft 11 in) height limit. Check signs before entering.
• A blue-signed Blauwe Zone allows free 1- or 2-hour street parking when you display a blue time-disc behind the windshield.
• Cyclists have priority at many intersections. Watch for them from both directions on red-paved cycle lanes.
• Fuel stations are often unmanned. Pay by card before pumping fuel. No national toll sticker is required and the Rotterdam area has no toll roads.
| Place | Hook-ups | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stadscamping Rotterdam (city edge) | Water+Electric | 15 min cycle to center, tram stop outside, service point for non-guests | Small plots, book 3-6 months ahead in summer |
| Camping De Koornmolen, Zevenhuizen | Full | Lakeside, indoor pool, accepts vehicles up to 10 m | 20 km from city, need bike or bus for transport |
| Camperplaats Brielle (RV area) | Water+Electric | Historic town, supermarket 300 m, 35 km to Rotterdam via N218 | No showers, maximum stay 72 hours |
| Camping Hoek van Holland (beach) | Water+Electric | Dune walking, direct train to Rotterdam Central | Windy, limited spots for vehicles over 8 m |
| Parkhaven Camperplaats (near Euromast) | None | View of Erasmus Bridge, pay-by-app, lit at night | No services, noisy road, 24 hour maximum |
• Shell and Tango fuel stations on the A16 (Exit 24) and A20 (Exit 14) have high canopies for tall vehicles.
• Fresh-water fill and waste dump at Stadscamping Rotterdam (fee for non-guests).
• Albert Heijn XL Alexandrium offers 3.4 m outdoor parking and large grocery selection.
• Call 112 for police, fire or ambulance. English is widely spoken by operators.
• Winter storms can bring wind gusts above 80 km/h (50 mph) along the Maas river. Retract awnings and secure loose equipment.
• Wild camping is illegal throughout the Netherlands and fines start at €140. Use official camperplaatsen if you need a budget stop.
• The movable Maeslantkering storm surge barrier may close during extreme high water, temporarily stopping ship traffic and causing local road detours.
• Dutch electrical sockets use Type F 230 V 16 A. Carry a European CEE blue adapter for campsite hook-ups.
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