Wolvenplein Penitentiary, Penitentiary fence in Utrecht, Netherlands.
The perimeter of Wolvenplein Penitentiary consists of a substantial brick wall with iron fencing elements, reinforcing the security measures of the facility.
Built in 1856, this penitentiary represented a shift from group incarceration to individual cell confinement, marking a reform in the Dutch prison system.
The facility includes two staff houses and a church constructed in 1903, reflecting the integration of religious and administrative functions within penal institutions.
Located at Wolvenplein bij 27 in central Utrecht, the penitentiary operated until 2014 as the oldest functioning prison in the Netherlands.
The prison complex features a cross-shaped layout with three wings, where each cell contained basic amenities including running water and lighting systems.
Location: Utrecht
Part of: Wolvenburg
Address: Wolvenplein bij 27
GPS coordinates: 52.09720,5.12580
Latest update: March 5, 2025 20:20
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