Cultural Haven: De Nieuwe Veste

Getting There

• Public Transport

  If you are starting from Rotterdam Central Station, take the train to Breda. Trains run frequently, and the journey takes about 30 minutes. Once you arrive at Breda Central Station, exit the station and head to the bus terminal located just outside. Look for bus line 5 or 6, which will take you directly to Molenstraat. After approximately 10 minutes on the bus, disembark at the 'Molenstraat' stop. De Nieuwe Veste is a short walk from the bus stop, located at Molenstraat 6. Simply walk towards the direction of the Molenstraat, and you will find the cultural center on your left.

• Bicycle

  If you're feeling adventurous, consider renting a bicycle in Rotterdam. Head towards the bike rental station near Rotterdam Central Station. Once you have your bike, set your GPS to Molenstraat 6 in Breda. The route is approximately 25 kilometers and takes about 1 to 1.5 hours depending on your cycling speed. Follow the bike paths which lead out of the city and take you through beautiful scenery. Make sure to have a map or GPS on hand, as you will navigate through various streets and paths to reach Breda.

• Walking

  If you prefer to walk from the center of Rotterdam to De Nieuwe Veste, please note that it is a long distance of approximately 25 kilometers which might take around 5 hours. Start at the Rotterdam Central Station and head southwest towards the Erasmus Bridge. Cross the bridge and continue on the path towards the south. Follow the signs to Breda, and you’ll find scenic walking paths leading you through parks and residential areas. Continue walking until you reach Breda city center, then follow the directions above to Molenstraat 6.