One of the largest markets in both the Netherlands and Europe, the Binnenrotte Market takes place in the centre of Rotterdam. Operating year-round on Tuesdays and Saturdays, the market extends its schedule to include Sundays during the summer months, from April through September.
Located along the Binnenrotte, Rotterdam’s biggest square, the market offers a large array of goods. Visitors can browse through a vast selection of fresh produce, including fruits and vegetables, alongside stalls selling meat and fish. The market is particularly famous for large number of flower stalls, which can be found near the library.
- Fresh Produce: A vast selection of fruits and vegetables, offering both local and imported varieties for everyday cooking and special ingredients for international cuisines.
- Meat and Fish: Fresh meat from various vendors, alongside seafood stalls offering fish, shellfish, and other marine delicacies.
- Flowers and Plants: One of the market’s highlights – numerous stalls near the library selling fresh cut flowers, bouquets, and potted plants
- Fabrics and Sewing Supplies: Located next to the library on Hoogstraat, this section offers fabrics sold by the meter along with haberdashery items like buttons, zippers, threads, and other sewing accessories.
- Clothing and Textiles: A wide range of ready-to-wear clothing for all ages, plus household textiles like towels and bedding.
- Household Products: Various cleaning supplies, kitchen items, and general household goods to keep your home running smoothly.
- Flea Market: Located near the Bagijnenstraat, this section offers second-hand goods, bric-a-brac, collectibles, second-hand clothes, and unique finds for treasure hunters.
Market tips
- At the large seafood stall, you can order fresh oysters and half bottles of prosecco to enjoy right at the counter – just like in Paris!
- The market takes place right next to Rotterdam’s famous Markthal – which is not a market, but a food court that’s definitely worth a visit!
Getting to the Binnenrotte Market Rotterdam
- By subway A, B, C – Rotterdam Blaak station
- By train – Rotterdam Blaak station
- By tram 1, 11 – Rotterdam Blaak stop
- By several bus lines
Market days
- Tuesday & Saturday – year round
- Sunday – from April – September
Opening hours
Monday: closed
Tuesday: 8am – 5:30pm
Wednesday: closed
Thursday: closed
Friday: closed
Saturday: 8am – 5pm
Sunday: 12pm – 5pm (April-September only!)
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