Leiden City Hall, Renaissance city hall in Leiden, Netherlands
The Renaissance building stands between the Fish Market along the New Rhine and Breestraat, featuring ornate architectural elements on its facade.
Architect Lieven de Key completed the city hall around 1600, though a fire in 1929 necessitated reconstruction of the Fish Market section.
The structure maintains its role in local governance while accommodating public gatherings, ceremonies, and administrative functions for the Leiden community.
Visitors can access the building during regular hours, with scheduled tours providing information about the architectural features and historical significance.
The building now houses a combination of municipal offices, a café-restaurant, and a nightclub, representing an adaptable use of historical architecture.
Location: Leiden
Inception: 1597
Architects: Lieven de Key
Official opening: 1940
Architectural style: Renaissance architecture
GPS coordinates: 52.15806,4.49083
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:36
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