Accessibility
Travel to the World Championships by public transport
Are you visiting the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships at Rotterdam Ahoy? We recommend travelling by public transport. Rotterdam Ahoy is easily accessible by bus, metro and train. Zuidplein metro and bus station is only a five-minute walk from the venue. Plan your journey easily via RET, NS or 9292.
Tip: buy the Rotterdam City Card, travel unlimited by public transport and enjoy great additional benefits!
Unable to travel by public transport? Please note that parking availability at Rotterdam Ahoy is limited and that there may be extra crowds around the venue. During the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships, Rotterdam Ahoy and its surroundings are expected to be busy. This may mean it takes longer to find a parking space.
Visit the Rotterdam Ahoy website for more information about parking options.
Roadworks and traffic measures
Roadworks and traffic measures will be in place in and around Rotterdam during the World Championships. This may cause additional congestion on certain days, both on the roads and on the rail network. Please keep this in mind when planning your journey to Rotterdam Ahoy.
Roadworks and traffic measures
16–18 October: Expect extra traffic around the Beneluxtunnel. The route from the Van Brienenoord Bridge via Vaanplein to Ahoy will be closed.
19–23 October: Expect extra traffic on the A15.
24 and 25 October: The A15 towards the Beneluxtunnel will be inaccessible from Ahoy.
Please note: train services affected by engineering works
From 17 to 25 October, no trains will run between Gouda and Rotterdam Centraal. NS will operate replacement buses between Gouda, Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel, Capelle Schollevaar, Rotterdam Alexander, Rotterdam Noord and Rotterdam Centraal.
Alternatively, you can travel by train via Den Haag Hollands Spoor. The journey takes approximately 60 minutes by replacement bus or 37 minutes by train via The Hague.
Check the Travel Planner before departure for the latest travel information. Travelling by car? Plan your route in advance and allow extra time for your journey and parking.
Before you leave, also check the Ahoy website for the latest information on accessibility.
FAQ
Is Rotterdam Ahoy easily accessible by public transport?
Where can I park at Rotterdam Ahoy?
If you cannot travel by public transport, you can purchase a parking ticket in advance via the Rotterdam Ahoy website. Alternatively, you can park at one of the Park & Ride (P+R) locations and continue your journey by metro. Convenient P+R locations include Slinge, Kralingse Zoom, Alexander, Capelsebrug, Hoogvliet, Meijersplein and Melanchtonweg. If you continue your journey with an OV-chipkaart, parking at P+R locations is free.
What should I consider if I travel by car?
During the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships, roadworks and traffic measures will be in place around Rotterdam Ahoy. This may cause additional traffic on certain days:
- 16–18 October: extra traffic around the Beneluxtunnel (allow approximately 30 minutes of additional travel time). The route from the Van Brienenoordbrug via Vaanplein to Ahoy will be closed.
- 19–23 October: travel times on the A15 motorway may increase by up to 30 minutes.
- 24 & 25 October: the A15 towards the Beneluxtunnel cannot be accessed from Ahoy.
Our advice: travel by public transport whenever possible. If you are travelling by car, plan your journey in advance and allow extra time for your trip and parking.
Rotterdam City Card
Make your visit to the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships a complete Rotterdam experience. With the Rotterdam City Card, you can discover the city in an affordable and sustainable way. Enjoy 25% discount or more on top attractions, museums, tours and restaurants – from iconic places such as the Euromast to surprising cultural hotspots.
With the option for unlimited travel on RET public transport, you can explore Rotterdam easily and comfortably. Combine your visit to Rotterdam Ahoy with everything the city has to offer and make the most of your stay.
