Maagdenhuis

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7 / 10

4 expert reviews

“The chapel nave, in its Brabançon Gothic style, dates back to the early 15C.The capitals are decorated with curled cabbage leaves. The choir was built between 1442 and 1460. ”

– Michelin Guide

Fodor's Fodor's
"The chapel and entrance gateway of the Maagdenhuis (Maidens' House), a foundling hospital for girls of the poor, was constructed from 1564 to 1568; the rest of the building dates from 1634 to 1636." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"Now a gallery of precious religious art, the Maagdenhuis was an orphanage and child refuge from 1553 to 1882 and also houses some fascinating objects from this time." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
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"A part of this former orphanage was turned into an original museum." Full review