Vlaardingen Population 2026
Vlaardingen has a population of 73,798, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇳🇱 Netherlands, located in South Holland. Roughly 0.4% of Netherlands's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Rotterdam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
73,798
Rank in Netherlands
#40
Coordinates
51.91°N, 4.34°E
~2 m elevation · Europe/Amsterdam
Distance to capital (Amsterdam)
63 km
39 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 Vlaardingen
FAQ
What is the population of Vlaardingen?
Vlaardingen has a population of 73,798 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in Netherlands.
What region is Vlaardingen in?
Vlaardingen is located in South Holland, Netherlands.
Is Vlaardingen the capital of Netherlands?
No, the capital of Netherlands is Amsterdam, about 63 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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