Stearine Kaarsenfabriek, Chemical manufacturing facility in Gouda, Netherlands
The Stearine Kaarsenfabriek is a candle factory in Gouda dedicated to manufacturing stearine candles of high quality. The facility includes production areas designed to create candles with a steady flame and clean-burning properties without smoke or dripping.
The factory was founded in 1853 by three local entrepreneurs and grew into a respected operation in the region. Royal recognition came in 1899 following a visit by Queen Emma and Princess Wilhelmina.
The factory represents a long-standing craft tradition in Gouda, where candle-making has been valued for generations. Visitors can see how local craftsmanship shaped the city's reputation.
The site is located in Gouda and accessible as a historic monument for visitors interested in seeing traditional candle production methods. Plan time to walk through the factory spaces and observe the manufacturing process at your own pace.
Renowned artist Jan Toorop documented the factory's production processes in 1905 through a series of lithographs. These artworks offer a glimpse into the daily operations of the facility seen through an artist's eye.
Location: Gouda
Inception: 1853
Industry: chemical industry
GPS coordinates: 52.00500,4.70944
Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:06
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