Bergschenhoek Population 2026
Bergschenhoek has a population of 16,579, making it the #219 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in South Holland. Roughly 0.1% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 52× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,579
Rank in Netherlands
#219
Coordinates
51.99°N, 4.50°E
~-4 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
50 km
31 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Holland
| City | Population | Rank in Netherlands |
|---|---|---|
| Rotterdam | 868,135 | #1 |
| The Hague | 474,292 | #3 |
| Leiden | 119,713 | #22 |
| Dordrecht | 119,260 | #23 |
| Zoetermeer | 115,845 | #24 |
| Delft | 95,060 | #27 |
| Schiedam | 75,438 | #37 |
| Spijkenisse | 74,988 | #38 |
Cities near Bergschenhoek
- Berkel en Rodenrijs20,189 people · ~1 km away
- Pijnacker18,695 people · ~6 km away
- Zoetermeer115,845 people · ~8 km away
- Rotterdam868,135 people · ~8 km away
- Capelle aan den IJssel65,255 people · ~9 km away
- Nootdorp19,020 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bergschenhoek?
Bergschenhoek has a population of 16,579 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #219 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Bergschenhoek in?
Bergschenhoek is located in South Holland, Netherlands.
Is Bergschenhoek the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 50 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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