Stadion Feijenoord

The Stadion Feijenoord, better known as De Kuip ("the bathtub"), is one of the most recognizable grounds in Europe. Opened in 1937 in the south of Rotterdam, the stadium's steel, concrete, and glass design was ahead of its time: its two-tier stands, built without a single obstructing pillar, were an architectural achievement for the era.

With a capacity of around 51,000, De Kuip is known above all for its atmosphere, widely considered among the loudest in the Netherlands. Feyenoord's supporters have a reputation for shaking the stadium to its foundations, driven by techno music, tifos, and pyrotechnic displays.

De Kuip has hosted 10 European finals, including Feyenoord's 2002 UEFA Cup victory on home soil and the Euro 2000 final, which France won against Italy. The annual KNVB Beker final is also held here each year.

Renovated in 1994, the ground gained a roof covering nearly all seats and several new facilities, while retaining its original structure.

Visitors can explore behind the scenes on a 90-minute guided tour covering the players' tunnel, pitchside, media areas, and the Feyenoord Museum, located in the historic Olympia stand.

De Kuip is not the largest stadium in the Netherlands, but it is one of the noisiest. Whether or not you follow the "Trots van Zuid", it is worth a visit.