Vondelkerk

The Vondelkerk is a unique and attractive monument on the edge of the Vondelpark, near the Leidseplein. P.J.H. Cuypers, also the architect of Centraal Station, the Rijksmuseum and, of course, the Posthoornkerk, built the Vondelstraat as a property developer. And, in keeping with his vision of the ideal community, he built a church right in the middle of the houses. The first stone of this neo-Gothic, cross-shaped basilica was laid on 1 March, 1872.

When the severely-neglected building was threatened with being demolished, a plan for its renovation was drawn up. A foundation that was set up in 1980 took care of the restoration and found a new use for this beautiful monument so that it still exists to this day. The middle nave of the Vondelkerk is available for rent on evenings and weekends for dinners, receptions and lectures.

Recently, the Vondelkerk has also become a location for weddings. Since 2003, civil marriages can be performed in this church. Additionally, the church is also suitable for musical events and other cultural activities. It seats 150 and in the case of receptions there is room for 250 people.

The impressive nave of the church offers you a exclusive venue for a gala dinner of dance event.