Spijkenisse began as a farming and fishing community on a tributary of the Oude Maas; today, the port of Spijkenisse is located on the same tributary. From this local history, the focus turns to medieval churches, seven Euro Bridges and paths through the countryside—different options for those interested in culture and nature.
Churches and places of remembrance
The medieval Oude Kerk remains a sight worth seeing. The Dorpskerk Spijkenisse is the city’s oldest historic building and was completed in 1521. The Spijkenisserbrug Monument commemorates the old bridge, which was part of the occupying power’s defensive line during the Second World War. The local history thus encompasses both medieval buildings and a memorial connected to wartime.
Exhibition, stage and Euro Bridges
The Oudheidkamer Spijkenisse is located in the De Boekenberg library. The permanent exhibition includes a model of the old village made by Hans Barends. Photographs and old equipment are also on display; the photographs can be searched digitally. Another cultural highlight is Theater de Stoep: each year, it offers a varied program of cabaret, music, dance, youth theater and plays. Individual performances vary. The offerings take different forms: on one side are historical exhibits, and on the other, a changing stage program.
The Euro Bridges comprise seven bridges based on fictional bridge designs depicted on euro banknotes. Visitors can walk or cycle along the Euro Bridges. Here, the distinctive bridge theme is directly linked to an outdoor activity.
Paths and countryside
Stad & Park is a walking route along the Oude Maas in Spijkenisse. It is 14.4 kilometers long and takes 2 hours and 53 minutes. The combination of distance and duration gives you a concrete basis for estimating how much time a walk will take.
Allemansgriend has a paved path for walking and cycling that leads to Maaswijkweg. In Beerenplaatgrienden, a path runs through areas of griend woodland with reeds and rushes, along the water and beneath deciduous trees. Vogelenzangpark lies next to Mallebos and is separated from it by the Vierambachtenboezem; nature has room to be explored freely in the park.
If distance and duration are important when choosing a route, Stad & Park provides specific figures. The paved surface and destination of Maaswijkweg help orient you on the path through Allemansgriend, while the landscape along the path takes center stage in Beerenplaatgrienden.
TOP Spijkenisse is a starting point where you can leave your car and follow signposted walking and cycling routes or routes available as GPX files. Another option is the Fluisterboot IJsvogel, which travels from the historic De Leeuw van Putten pumping station toward the polder landscape outside the city. If you are planning a trip, check departure times and availability in advance.
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