Dordrecht may not have an official Riviera, but waterfront terraces are plentiful. With a cool glass of rosé or a beer in your hand and a view over the historic harbors or large rivers, you just imagine yourself on vacation.
Settle down at one of the terraces that have adorned Dordrecht's quays for decades or discover a new, surprising gem.
Merwekade and the Groothoofd
Enjoy the water ballet from the Merwekade and the Groothoofd. Where the Waterbus docks and terraces offer views of Europe's busiest river point.
Wolwevershaven and Vismarkt
On the Wolwevershaven, historic ships and the striking Dok van Straatman ship elevator dominate the view. A little further on the Vismarkt you look out on the Nieuwe Haven with beautiful mansions on either side.
New Port
Why travel all the way to Saint Tropez when you can also marvel at beautiful yachts and other maritime gems in Dordrecht? Enjoy the pleasure yachts and tour boats on one of the terraces around the Nieuwe Haven and Engelenburg Bridge.
The Kalkhaven as a permanent home
It remains special to see such a large barge coming into that relatively small Kalkhaven. This spectacle can be admired from Merz' s terrace several times a day. Secluded from the biggest hustle and bustle of downtown, Dordrechters like to seek peace and quiet here to enjoy a bite to eat and a drink. "There is a relaxed vibe here and on our terrace you can enjoy the sun all day long," says owner Ferry de Klerk. "You can be completely yourself with us and that's why people like to come back."
From the Fish or Wine Bridge
On the terraces along the Wijnhaven you can enjoy boats and sloops sailing by. The tour boat De Dordtevaar departs here daily from the quay near the Wijnbrug. Watch the passing boats from a terrace on the Visbrug.
Dordt Boulevard
The entrance to Dordrecht is increasingly inviting. With its fine terraces, the Spuiboulevard is increasingly living up to its name. A beautiful location that moves with the future and offers a nice contrast to the historic inner city
The island of Dordrecht
Dordrecht is surrounded by water and even outside the city center you will find lovely terraces along the river to enjoy passing ships or nature.
