The Entrepot Building ‘De Vijf Werelddelen’ was constructed between 1875 and 1879 at the initiative of Lodewijk Pincoffs and H.A. Then-Bergh, directors of the former Rotterdamsche Handelsvereeniging (R.H.V.). Originally intended for the duty-free storage of transit goods, the complex was built in a utilitarian eclectic architectural style. Today, the building holds national monument status and is a mixed-use property with many facets: a convenience section with a Jumbo supermarket, restaurants and hospitality on the harbor side, a municipal office, and apartments above.
Housing corporation Hef Wonen is leasing approximately 2,900 m² of office space, including indoor and outdoor parking facilities and a bicycle shed, securing a prominent position in the building. On their new location, the tenant comments: “With our choice for the Entrepot Building, we are placing the heart of our organization in Rotterdam South, in the middle of our property portfolio. This beautiful monumental building breathes Rotterdam’s history and fits us perfectly as a Rotterdam-based housing corporation. It provides us the space to collaborate, meet, and welcome our tenants in a place that truly feels like home.”
“We are very pleased with the arrival of Hef Wonen in our beautiful monumental Entrepot Building. Their presence significantly enhances the building’s overall function. With this new office tenant, the building now has 100% occupancy with complementary functions that are expected to mutually strengthen one another,” says Hugo Ammerlaan, asset manager at VasteLanden.
BRiQ, in close cooperation with AvenU Vastgoed, facilitated the transaction.
About Hef Wonen
Hef Wonen is a Rotterdam-based housing corporation with over 30,000 rental homes, commercial spaces, parking facilities, and residential care complexes. Together with residents and partners, the organization works daily to create sustainable living happiness: quality, affordable homes in livable neighborhoods. Hef Wonen has an ambitious goal: by 2033, residents will proudly speak of their homes and communities. This relocation improves Hef Wonen’s visibility and accessibility in the neighborhood, bringing the organization closer to its residents and strengthening collaboration to ensure better living environments.
About VasteLanden
VasteLanden is an independent asset and wealth manager focused on future-proof and value-retaining real estate investments. The company invests in retail, residential, and office properties. The Entrepot Building is part of the VasteLanden Iretail V CV fund. With an expert team, personal approach, and long-term vision, VasteLanden is committed to stable growth and sustainable value creation.