The Park Pavilion is a welcoming gathering place for everyone.

It’s the perfect place to start or end a walk through the park, a spot to meet up, and a place where you’re welcome if you’re in the mood for some company, or to unwind with a good book. Fresh tea and water are always available.

We’re happy to point you in the right direction with the best walking routes and tell you all about the Park. Feel free to pop in for a restroom break, too. In addition, the pavilion is the proud home of the Park Foundation and the gardeners, as well as the familiar gathering spot for walkers and our indispensable volunteers.

In the fall and winter, we’re open every day from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

You’re more than welcome!

A place for peace, inspiration, and connection

From this former sanatorium, Stichting het Park offers a diverse program, ranging from music to unique walks. You’re also welcome to visit every day to enjoy the peace and beauty of the Park, with no strings attached. Tea and water are readily available, and there are great books in the library and various games for all ages.

Address and Accessibility

The Park Pavilion is located at Baden Powelllaan 2, 3016 GJ, Rotterdam.

The pavilion is easily accessible on foot or by bike. By public transportation, take tram 8 (Euromast stop) or tram 7 (Westplein stop). By metro, get off at the Leuvehaven or Dijkzigt stop.

History

The Park Pavilion has stood here since 1927 and was built as a convalescent home. Here, patients could recover after being discharged from the hospital or, as a precautionary measure, when experiencing “physical and mental fatigue,” before hospitalization became necessary.

Renovation

When the convalescent home closed its doors, the pavilion served as a workshop for park maintenance. The renovation, led by Studio Makkink and Bey, reintroduced light, air, and space into the design, as well as a direct connection to the park.

Jacqueline's Flower Beds

From the Park Pavilion, you can look out over the beautiful flower beds designed by landscape architect Jacqueline van der Kloet.