Court Chapel, Medieval chapel at Binnenhof, The Hague, Netherlands.
The Court Chapel occupies a modest space within the Binnenhof complex, measuring about 7.5 by 22 meters with Gothic architectural elements and a well-preserved wooden ceiling. The interior reflects centuries of use while maintaining its original structural character.
Count Floris V founded the chapel in 1289 as a private prayer space for the counts of Holland at their administrative seat. It evolved from a purely courtly sanctuary into a place serving the broader community.
The chapel served multiple religious congregations over centuries, functioning as a Walloon Reformed Church from 1591 onwards. Visitors today can still sense the layered spiritual history woven into its spaces.
The chapel now serves as office space within the Binnenhof complex at address Binnenhof 20, housing administrative functions. Access may be limited since it remains an active government building, so checking ahead is recommended.
Underground burial chambers beneath the chapel hold remains of medieval Dutch nobility including Margaretha van Brieg and Jacoba van Beieren. This hidden layer connects the small building directly to the region's most powerful families and their final resting place.
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