This free skating facility is a great way to spend the day with your kids, while staying at the many discount hotels in Rotterdam near the Skatepark Westblaak. This newly developed skatepark was opened in 2000 as a central downtown area for skaters of all ages and ability levels to practice, show off their skills and learn new tricks. The family friendly budget hotels near Skatepark Westblaak can provide easy walking directions, while those farther away will provide information on public transportation to the park.
Designed on the recommendations of skaters, this new park covers about 6700 square meters. Within the park there are 11 different stainless steel obstacles for the skaters to use, an oval for speed skating and a green, landscaped area for viewing and just relaxing. The skating area is also specially designed to provide an optimum surface for skaters of all abilities. There are park managers on site to ensure all skaters are using the park correctly, and also to coordinate special events and competitions that are very popular in the park.