Living in Dordrecht

A historic city centre, harbours around the corner, the Biesbosch as your back garden and Rotterdam just a quarter of an hour away: more and more people are choosing to live in Dordrecht. Hoe dichter bij Dordt, hoe beter: the closer to Dordt, the better!

Why live in Dordt?

  • History and atmosphere: live in the oldest city in Holland, with historic buildings, harbours and charming streets.
  • Nature nearby: De Biesbosch National Park is practically around the corner, and there is water everywhere in and around the city.
  • Easy to reach: by train you are quickly in Rotterdam and Breda, the waterbus takes you to Rotterdam, and via the A16 you are soon in the Randstad or Brabant.
  • Everything nearby: shops, museums, theatre, schools and events such as the Dordt Book Market and the Dordtse Decemberdagen.

The neighbourhoods in brief

City centre

Living among the monuments, by the harbours and in the historic streets. Ideal for anyone who loves atmosphere, culture and terraces within walking distance.

Around the centre

The neighbourhoods around the city centre, such as Krispijn and Reeland, combine characterful older homes with proximity to the station and the centre.

Dubbeldam

A former village that is now part of Dordrecht, with its own character, lots of greenery and the Biesbosch nearby.

Sterrenburg and Stadspolders

Spacious, green residential areas with plenty of amenities. Popular with families.

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