Lange Voorhout Palace, Royal palace in historic center, The Hague, Netherlands.
Lange Voorhout Palace is a stone building in central The Hague featuring a symmetrical facade with a central projection and triangular pediment in 18th-century Rococo style. The structure defines its historic street with refined architectural proportions and classical detailing.
The building was constructed in 1764 by architect Pieter de Swart for Anthony Patras, a Frisian merchant connected to the Dutch East India Company. Its creation during a period of prosperity in The Hague reflected the wealth of the city's leading families.
The palace now serves as home to the Escher Museum, showcasing the mathematical artwork and graphic designs of M.C. Escher. Visitors walk through rooms filled with his intricate patterns and optical illusions that challenge perception.
The palace is located at Lange Voorhout 74 and welcomes visitors with regular opening hours and guided tours available in multiple languages. Set aside enough time to explore the exhibitions at a relaxed pace and appreciate the architectural details throughout the interior.
Queen Emma selected this palace as her winter residence in 1901, granting it royal significance. The building also served traditionally as the departure point for the Golden Carriage during the parliamentary opening ceremony.
Location: The Hague
Inception: 1764
Architects: Pieter de Swart
Architectural style: Louis Quinze
GPS coordinates: 52.08330,4.31381
Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02
Escher in het Paleis
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Lange Voorhout 78, The Hague
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Flaneur
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Lange Voorhout 60, The Hague
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Lange Voorhout 90, The Hague
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Smidswater 9, The Hague
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Pand met gevel in Lodewijk XIV stijl
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Lange Voorhout 66, The Hague
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Queen Emma Bench
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Lange Voorhout 64, The Hague
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Smidswater 15, The Hague
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Smidswater 17, The Hague
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Smidswater 8, The Hague
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