Delft, South Holland, Netherlands — Northwestern Europe

Vleeshal / Meathall

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, March 11, 2023

1. Vleeshal / Meathall Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

Ontstaan in de 14de eeuw. Met behoud van de kelder met gotische gewelven geheel in Hollands-Classicistische stijl herbouwd in 1650 naar ontwerp van Hendrick Swaef. Van 1872 tot begin 20ste eeuw in gebruik als korenbeurs. Thans jongerensociëteit 'De Koornbeurs'.

Meathall, dating back to the 14th century. Rebuilt in 1650 in Dutch-classicism to the design of Hendrick Swaef, preserving the late gothic vaulted cellars. From 1872 until early 20th century corn exchange. At present youth club ‘De Koornbeurs’.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1650.

Location. 52° 0.705′ N, 4° 21.47′ E. Marker is in Delft, Zuid-Holland (South Holland). Marker is on Voldersgracht, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Voldersgracht 1, Delft, Zuid-Holland 2611 EX, Netherlands. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Gezicht op Delft… / The View of Delft… (within shouting distance of this marker); Antoni van Leeuwenhoek (within shouting distance of this marker); Stadhuis / Town Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Huis “Het Tonnetgen” (within shouting distance of this marker); Heilige Geestkapel / Holy Ghost Chapel

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(about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Meisjeshuis / Orphanage for Girls (about 120 meters away); Stadsbakker van Delft / Delft City Bakery (about 120 meters away); Jan Vermeer (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Delft.

Also see . . . Koornbeur/Vleeshal (open monumentendag Delft).

Excerpt: In 1650, the current Vleeshal replaced the original meat hall (1295) and was built on top of the medieval cellar. Traditionally, meat was traded here under supervision of the city. The current hall--nowadays a restaurant--has a high ceiling supported by four sandstone columns. The windows were previously fitted with bars, for ventilation and anti-theft purposes. From 1872-1910 in use as a corn fair. During the Second World War the basement served as a bunker. Nowadays used by a Delft student association.

(Submitted on March 25, 2023.)

Vleeshal / Meathall Marker - wide view image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, March 11, 2023

2. Vleeshal / Meathall Marker - wide view

The marker is visible here between the two red doors.

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, March 11, 2023

3. Vleeshal / Meathall Marker - wide view

Credits. This page was last revised on December 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 25, 2023, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 46 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 25, 2023, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.