Dordrecht railway station

Dordrecht railway station is a station building with Renaissance Revival features that extends along the platform and is lit through multiple large window openings. The roof is supported by steel structures that distribute light evenly across the platform.

The building opened in 1872 as part of early railway infrastructure connecting major cities in the region. Its architecture reflects the technical and design progress of that era.

The building displays Renaissance Revival architectural features and holds protected monument status. It represents a specific construction style that has become rare in the Netherlands.

The station is a stopping point for train connections to several larger cities, with good transfer options to buses serving surrounding neighborhoods. Visitors should use the daylight from the large windows to appreciate the architecture.

The roof was added in the early 20th century and combines steel connections with traditional wooden construction. This blend of modern and established techniques shows how the railway evolved without destroying the original design.

Location: Dordrecht

Architects: Nicolaas Kamperdijk

Official opening: January 1, 1872

Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture

Part of: stationscomplex Dordrecht, Elst–Dordrecht railway, MerwedeLingelijn

Address: Stationsplein 1

Website: https://ns.nl/stationsinformatie/ddr/dordrecht

GPS coordinates: 51.80750,4.66778

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02