About Brielle

Brielle has a population over 13.000 people. Brielle is only an hour southwest of Rotterdam. Brielle is the best kept fortified city in The Netherlands, and you will be able to walk through Brielle and head back in time. The ramparts, canals, harbours and streets of Brielle are in perfect shape. In combination with the historical centre of Brielle, this shows you exactly how a medieval trading city in The Netherlands could change into a strategic Dutch fortified town. Brielle is the only Dutch walled city in The Netherlands where both the fortifications on the water and land are entirely intact.

What is known in Brielle?

The Dutch town of Brielle is found in the province of Zuid (South) – Holland at the Dutch island of Voorne-Putten at approximately one hour from Rotterdam Central Train Station by public transport. I have visited Brielle several times, and all those times it’s been magical. Fun fact: Brielle has two names. This Dutch fortified city is also called “Den Briel”.

What makes Brielle attractive to visit?

Are you thinking of spending time in The Netherlands? Brielle is one of those picture-perfect small Dutch towns and its located near Rotterdam, which makes Brielle a perfect day trip from Rotterdam.

Whether you’re looking for towns and places to visit in the Dutch province of Zuid (South) – Holland or a great city trip from Rotterdam: Brielle is the place to be!