Parking Waalhaven-Zuid, Rotterdam

Parking Waalhaven-Zuid is mainly about getting the street rules right (paid vs. free blocks), knowing where EV-only spaces and charging points are, and having a backup if curb spots are full. Mobypark currently has no bookable spots for Waalhaven-Zuid, but you can check it for any future availability before you arrive.

Paid vs. free street parking (and nearby changes that affect availability)

In Waalhaven-Zuid, street parking rules can vary by exact location. Look at the signs at the curb: some stretches are free, while others switch to paid parking with specific time windows. If your route is close to the piers, plan extra carefully from mid-April 2026: the municipality will introduce paid street parking in Waalhaven Oostzijde and the adjacent piers every day, with paid times Mon–Sat 09:00–23:00 and Sun 12:00–23:00, at €2.24 per hour (2026 rate).

During those hours, drivers often look for alternatives in nearby streets—so if you want to avoid last-minute searching, it’s worth checking Mobypark for any future availability to compare your options versus relying on the curb.

How to pay at street meters/parking machines

On-street parking is typically paid at the parking machine. For Rotterdam street parking, you can usually pay by debit card or credit card, and charges are calculated in tariff steps of €0.50. Always start your parking session at the right time and follow the indicated duration and direction rules on the signs to avoid fines.

EV-only bays and charging points in Waalhaven-Zuid

If you drive an electric car, search specifically for EV-only signage and charging availability:

• EV-only street bay: Waalhaven Zuidzijde 2F is listed as EV only and free for 2 hours.
• Charging point nearby: Waalhaven Zuidzijde 1 16 has a Robo Charge setup with 6 connections (up to 22.1 kW).
• Charging for trucks: at Truckparking Waalhaven (Anthonie Bodaanweg/area), there is a charging yard for electric trucks; parking is free during loading.

Truckparking Waalhaven (24/7 backup for lorries and vans)

For larger vehicles (or if you need a reliable parking surface in the Waalhaven area), Truckparking Waalhaven is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Daytime parking 06:00–20:00 is free. Rates depend on the day/time window, with weekday daytime and a higher late-evening/weekend maximum schedule. Cash is not accepted—use a bank card/credit card (or CargoCard if applicable). ADR (hazardous goods) vehicles are not permitted.

Permits for paid-parking sectors (residents, visitors, businesses)

If your destination street sits inside a paid-parking area, permit options may apply:

• Resident permits: for areas with paid parking, residents can apply for a permit (2026 first permit cost: €110.40 per year).
• Visitor permits: visitors can be granted a visitor permit for up to 500 hours per calendar year, with 2026 cost listed as €0.13 per 10 minutes.
• Business permits: from 4 January 2026, businesses can apply via eHerkenning under conditions (for example, if they don’t have associated or assigned parking spaces).