The Pop-Up Swap Shop returns!

employees in swap shop

The International Office is happy to announce that the Pop-Up Swap Shop is back at Erasmus University Rotterdam, giving everyday items a second life and helping new students settle into their student homes. After a festive official opening, the shop is now open to incoming students to pick-up all the donated goods from generous staff and departing students.

Located on the ground floor of Mandeville, inside the Erasmus Food Lab, the Swap Shop provides a great and sustainable opportunity for new students to "shop" for essentials, all free of charge. From small electronics and home decor to clothing and books, the shop offers a wide range of items that can be used in any household. 

The Swap Shop will remain open until the end of September, dependent on whether we have enough donations to keep the shop full. Therefore, we always need new items to fill up the Swap Shop and will continue to accept donations throughout this month. 

“I am very proud and that we managed to make the Pop-Up Swap Shop happen for the second year in a row. It’s amazing to see how many departing students, but also employees have contributed to helping new students feel at home. We are very thankful for all the donations!"

– Janna van der Wel, International Office

Get an impression

Employees in the swap shop
Grand opening Swap Shop 2025
  • donated goods in the swap shop
  • students visiting the swap shop
  • students grabbing items at the swap shop

Grand opening Swap Shop 2025

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a poster that says take what you need, leave something for others
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Employees in the swap shop
donated goods in the swap shop
students visiting the swap shop
students grabbing items at the swap shop
items in the swap shop
items at the swap shop
items in the swap shop
glasses in the swap shop
happy customers at the swap shop
a poster that says take what you need, leave something for others
More information

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to find some great items to help you settle down in Rotterdam, visit the Pop-Up Swap Shop during our opening hours. Find more information.

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