Hoofdpostkantoor, Utrecht

The Hoofdpostkantoor building spans 15,500 square meters across three levels, featuring a central hall with yellow glazed brick parabolic arches and multiple entrances.

The structure, completed in 1924, stands on the former location of the Ceciliaklooster monastery and later the Royal Mint until 1911.

The central hall displays sculptures representing five continents, created by H.A. van den Eynde, and stained glass windows designed by Richard Roland Holst.

The building now functions as Utrecht Public Library, containing extensive reading spaces, an auditorium for 200 people, retail areas, and bicycle parking.

The last independent post office in the Netherlands closed its doors here on October 28, 2011, marking the end of an era in postal services.

Location: Utrecht

Inception: 1918

Architects: Joseph Crouwel

Official opening: 1924

Architectural style: Amsterdam School

Address: Neude 11, Centrum, Utrecht

GPS coordinates: 52.09306,5.11778

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:45