A day in nature: forest, polder and beach
Traveling with public transport is the ideal way to explore South Holland. OVpay makes it very easy to check in and out with your bank card, credit card, or mobile device on buses, metro, trams, and water buses. With all the sights and attractions that this province has to offer, it’s not always easy to make a choice. We help you get started with our curated routes. On this route, you will find some of the most charming places for a lovely walk!
Good morning
The classic Dutch picture: Kinderdijk
The tourist attraction Kinderdijk is not only enjoyable for foreign visitors. It’s also a magnificent area for locals to wander around for a while. A total of 19 windmills stand proudly amidst land and water. The beautiful polder landscape lies directly along the Lek river, offering delightful walking paths. It can get busy during the summer season, but there are plenty of serene moments to be found in the early and late season. An early morning walk is highly recommended; during the golden hour, you can capture the most beautiful photos!
Good afternoon
More than just the lake: The Kralingse bos
Anyone who thinks Rotterdam is only urban hasn’t discovered Kralingse Bos yet. Many locals start their day with a five-kilometer jog around the lake. The area is diverse; you can stroll along beaches where children enjoy summer water fun, walk across a long boardwalk over the water, and through a forest area that even features a climbing park. The petting zoo and playground are perfect outings for little ones, while you might prefer to relax at one of the waterfront terraces. In autumn, don’t miss “De Grote Schijn,” a spectacular light show in the forest. Highly recommended!
Good night
Get a breath of fresh air on the beach at Ouddorp.
Enjoying the Dutch coast without bustling boulevards? You can do that on the 17-kilometer-long beach of Ouddorp. This beach is incredibly expansive; in some places, you walk hundreds of meters before reaching the sea. Although relatively quiet, you’ll find plenty of charming beach bars along the way to stop for a drink and enjoy the view over the waves. There’s also plenty to do for water sports enthusiasts. At the Brouwersdam, there are various water sports centers where you can engage in activities like kitesurfing and land sailing.
How it works
Checking in and out with your debit card works the same way as with your
OV-chipkaart. Below we explain it step by step.
Step by step
- Hold your debit card, credit card or mobile against the card reader or gate and you are checked in.
- Are you getting off? It's the same way. And with the same card you checked in with.
- Your payment is automatic. The next day you see the amount in your payment summary with the description NLOV. And the price? That is the same as traveling with your OV-chipkaart.
- Want to see the travel costs of a particular day? Then download the app or enter the 14 numbers and letters behind NLOV and the amount debited on this page.