Modern architecture & skyscrapers
Van Nelle Factory
Built in the 1920s for processing and packaging coffee and tea, the Van Nelle Factory in Rotterdam is a standout example of functionalist design, created by architects Brinkman and Van der Vlugt. The factory's glass and steel structure was groundbreaking at the time and provided ample natural light for workers. Architecture enthusiasts and heritage buffs will appreciate its role in the modernist movement, but others might prefer just a simple walk around its exterior.
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- Apr–May, Sep–Oct
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