Kurhaus of Scheveningen

The Kurhaus of Scheveningen is a multi-purpose hall and hotel along the North Sea coast in The Hague, Netherlands. The facade shows richly decorated elements in classical style with two prominent domes on the sides and a central passage leading to the beach.

Jakob Henkenhaf and Friedrich Ebert designed the original building in 1884 with influences from classical European spa resorts of the era. After a fire in 1886 the complex was rebuilt within two years and received its current form with expanded rooms and elaborate interior decorations.

The name comes from the German word for a spa building that offered therapeutic treatments and reflects its early role as a seaside resort. Today the building serves as a popular venue for weddings and receptions and is regularly booked by locals for special occasions.

The central location right on the beach makes the building easy to reach on foot and offers direct access to the Scheveningen boardwalk. On weekends and during public events the entrance area can be busy and visitors should plan for waiting times.

Van Hoeck painted the ceiling artwork in the Kurzaal after the 1886 reconstruction and depicted allegorical scenes representing different arts and sciences. These works remain one of the best preserved parts of the original interior design and attract art enthusiasts today.

Location: The Hague

Inception: 1885

Architects: Jakob Henkenhaf, Friedrich Ebert

Official opening: 1885

GPS coordinates: 52.11333,4.28167

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:27