Opening hours:
Rotterdam

October 12 to October 29, 2023
Monday to Sunday until 23:00
Last entry until 21:45

Tickets

Tickets for De Grote Schijn are available from Friday 23 June via Ticketmaster.

Time slots

Entry to De Grote Schijn is timed. When purchasing tickets we ask you to choose a day and a time slot. You can enter during the 15 minute time slot that is on your ticket. Please note it is not possible to change the time slot after it’s booked.

Please make sure whilst booking tickets, you have actively selected your preferred time slot, by using the Choose my seats option.

Twilight tickets

Extra early time slots during twilight. Perfect for families with young children. Please note that twilight may affect certain show elements that are best appreciated in full darkness.

Entrance fees

Adults€19,75
Children (under 12) / Seniors 65+€14,75
65-plus€14,75
Family tickets (two adults and two children or 1 adult and three children)€62,40
Children (under 4)Free

Prefer more flexibility? Flex tickets are valid for the booked day within the opening hours without a fixed time slot. Including access through a separate entrance.

Flex€24,75
Flex Children (under 12) / Seniors 65+€19,75
Flex Family (two adults and two children or 1 adult and three children)€82,40

Accessibility

Take the bike, travel by public transport or start the walk closer to home!

De Grote Schijn

Visiting address

De Grote Schijn Rotterdam
Prinses Beatrixlaan 24
3062 CM ROTTERDAM

You can enter the forest from Kralingseweg. The entrance is near the intersection of Prinses Beatrixlaan and Stinsenlaantje.

There is a free unguarded bicycle parking area near the entrance. Please only park your bicycle in the designated bicycle parking facilities.

De Grote Schijn is easily accessible by public transport. It is about a 15 minute walk to the entrance from bus/metro stop Kralingse Zoom, bus/tram stop Essenlaan or tram/metro stop Voorschoterlaan.. The route to the entrance of De Grote Schijn and back to Kralingse Zoom is signposted.

There is a unguarded parking area for shared e-mopeds at the intersection of Kralingseweg and Pr. Beatrixlaan, near the entrance. Please only park your e-moped in the designated area so it won't get in the way of other visitors and emergency services.

There is parking available at Park & Ride Kralingse Zoom Rotterdam, an about 15 minute walk from the entrance. You can also use other Park & Ride options around Rotterdam and travel by public transport to bus/metro stop Kralingse Zoom. The route to the entrance of De Grote Schijn and back to Kralingse Zoom is signposted. There is no parking directly around De Grote Schijn and we would like to ask you not to park in the neighbourhoods around the Kralingse Bos either. Please note that the Pr. Beatrixlaan will be partially closed.
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Where is the Grote Schijn
in Rotterdam?

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Facilities

Horeca
Visit the catering square for drinks and sweet treats before or after the experience. Roasting marshmallows by the fire or enjoying a cup of hot chocolate, the perfect ending of a magical autumn walk! There are also various dining options available at restaurants nearby.
Accessibility
The route mainly consists of paved paths and boardwalks. As a result, De Grote Schijn in Rotterdam is also easily accessible for those with limited mobility or wheelchair users. If you are using a wheelchair, you can use the fast lane at the side of the entrance. For individuals with limited mobility, a separate parking area is designated near the entrance. Navigate to Prinses Beatrixlaan 7 for this purpose. Please note that you need a European disabled parking permit to park in this area.
Prams
The route you follow mainly consists of paved paths and boardwalks. Therefore, De Grote Schijn in Rotterdam is also easily accessible with a stroller or buggy.
First aid
During opening hours, first aid services are available. Additionally, there are service staff members along the route whom you can approach for assistance.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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