Gesloten Steen

Gesloten Steen consists of a large boulder secured by two metal chains, permanently anchored to the corner of a historic building in Utrecht.

First documented in a 1520 charter, this glacial erratic served as protection for the corner building, which later housed a cigar factory in the 19th century.

Local folklore tells of a devil and his servant throwing the stone between Geerte Bridge and Vollers Bridge, leading to its chaining to prevent further disturbances.

The stone's location at the intersection of Oudegracht and Eligenhof makes it a reference point for orientation in Utrecht's central district.

Artist Kees Groeneveld created a dedicated sculpture called 'The Stone Throwers' near a lantern bracket, commemorating the boulder's legendary past.

Location: Utrecht

Address: Oudegracht bij 364

GPS coordinates: 52.08448,5.12314

Latest update: March 21, 2025 09:43