Rotterdammers

Rotterdammers are the residents of Rotterdam, the Netherlands’ second-largest city, located in the province of South Holland. The term denotes people who live in or come from the city and is used to describe its community and culture. Rotterdam sits on the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta and functions as an important economic and transportation hub.

The Port of Rotterdam is Europe’s largest seaport by cargo tonnage, and the surrounding harbor area supports logistics, shipping, energy, and industrial activities. The city has a diverse economy that also includes creative industries, education, and services. Rotterdam’s urban landscape is notable for contemporary architecture and urban renewal.

Rotterdam is one of the Netherlands’ most multicultural cities, with sizable communities of Turkish, Moroccan, Surinamese, and other origins. This diversity is reflected in daily life, neighborhoods, cuisine, and cultural events. The city’s postwar reconstruction after heavy bombing in 1940 led to a distinctive architectural scene featuring modern and innovative design, including landmarks such as the Erasmus Bridge and the cube houses, as well as a vibrant market hall and several museums.

The local dialect is Rotterdams, part of the Hollandic group of Dutch dialects, though most Rotterdammers speak standard Dutch. The identity of Rotterdammers is diverse and pragmatic, with football club Feyenoord and a wide-ranging arts and music scene contributing to the city’s character.