Enjoy the water
Use OVpay to easily travel around South Holland by bus, tram, metro or waterbus. The province is simply teeming with exciting attractions and cities, which can make the experience a bit overwhelming. To get the most out of your trip, we have put together several inspiring routes for you. This route will take you past some stunning nature, allows you to taste some marine delicacies and shows you some Dutch maritime history!
Good morning
Nature in the Biesbosch
The Biesbosch is one of the largest national parks in the Netherlands and one of the last extensive freshwater tidal wetlands in Northwest Europe. The park consists mainly of willow forests with a vast network of rivers and smaller creeks. This unique landscape is home to a variety of wildlife. At the Biesbosch Visitors Center, you’ll find all the information you need for your adventure in the Biesbosch. Discover the most beautiful spots and the many ways to explore the Biesbosch, such as hiking trails, cycling routes, boat trips, or canoeing. It’s a wonderful place to spend a morning!
Good afternoon
Admire the Markthal
The Markthal, located in the heart of Rotterdam, distinguishes itself as one of the city’s most remarkable buildings. This is quite an achievement considering Rotterdam’s reputation for unique architecture. While the exterior alone is stunning, you’ll only discover the true gems of this indoor market once you step inside. Inside, you’ll find yourself surrounded by stalls and boutique restaurants offering international dishes and Dutch delicacies. Your nose will likely struggle to keep up with the exciting array of scents wafting through the air. The Markthal is an excellent place for lunch, but also perfect for leisurely browsing and trying out new snacks and flavors.
Good evening
Taste history at the SS Rotterdam
In the evening, you can board the SS Rotterdam and prepare for adventure! Discover the history, facts, figures, and fascinating stories of ‘La Grande Dame’. The ship has been collecting stories since 1958, and now you can uncover them for yourself. The SS Rotterdam is an old, charming steamship that once sailed on the transatlantic route from Rotterdam to New York and served as a luxury cruise ship around the world. Today, it is docked in Katendrecht and serves as a hotel, event center, and museum. Whether you opt for a fine dinner or simply admire the ship’s majesty, a visit to the SS Rotterdam will never be dull.
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.