Paardenmarkt - Vermeer

Paardenmarkt
2611PA Delft

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On 12 October 1654, disaster struck in Delft: the ‘Delftse Donderslag’. Where the Paardenmarkt now stands today once stood the Kruithuis, the city’s powder magazine. The Kruithuis served as a vast warehouse for gunpowder. When the powder magazine exploded during the ‘Delftse Donderslag’, half the city ended up in ruins. A good friend of Johannes Vermeer, Carel Fabritius, lived in the Doelenstraat. Most of the people who lived in this street were amongst the dead, including Carel Fabritius.

Fabritius was one of Rembrandt’s apprentices between around 1641 and 1643. He moved to Delft in 1650, where he painted portraits, city views and his famous painting The Goldfinch. Vermeer got his inspiration in part from Fabritius’ paintings.

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Huszár
Huszár hotspot
The artistic interior perfectly fits the industrial space. From the elevated stage in our light and spacious café, you have a view of the Kolk, one of...
First Year Chemsitry - Walkingroute TU Noord
First Year Chemsitry - Walkingroute TU Noord
Today: Student housing complex (DUWO) Address: De Vries van Heijstplantsoen 2 Year of construction: 1923 Architect: J.A.W. Vrijman
Voldersgracht 25 - Vermeer
Voldersgracht 25 - Vermeer
TU Delft Hortus Botanicus
TU Delft Hortus Botanicus
TU Delft Hortus Botanicus is THE tropical activity for young and old!
The Meisjeshuis - Wandeling Antoni
The Meisjeshuis - Wandeling Antoni
Between 1578 and 1954, the Meisjeshuis was an orphanage for girls from reformed families who had lost one of their parents.
Sociëteit Het Meisjeshuis
Sociëteit Het Meisjeshuis hotspot
De society was founded in 2004 as a meeting point for residents of Delft and the surroundings.
The Study of Reinier de Graaf - Walkingroute Antoni
The Study of Reinier de Graaf - Walkingroute Antoni
Museum of medicine and pharmacology ‘De Griffioen’ Visitors to the museum can see a historical pharmacy and a room dedicated to Reinier de Graaf. The collection...
The Delft Tile Men - Walkingroute Ceramics
The Delft Tile Men - Walkingroute Ceramics
Artwork in Lausbergstraat
Beestenmarkt 26 - Vermeer
Beestenmarkt 26 - Vermeer
Jeugdcentrum The Culture
Jeugdcentrum The Culture
At Jeugdcentrum The Culture, you can get help with your school tasks

Restaurant Kruydt
Restaurant Kruydt hotspot
Are you looking for the peace and a luxurious lunch or dinner? Restaurant Kruydt is something for jou! At the relaxed courtyard of Delft you get the complete...
B&B Chez Jean
B&B Chez Jean hotspot
B&B Chez Jean is located in a renovated old house, adjacent to the hofje van Pauw.
Duyvelsgat Bridge
Duyvelsgat Bridge
Duyvelsgat Bridge – Pumping Station Integrated In The Land Abutment Of The Bridge
On the way to point 3 Boezem and Polders
On the way to point 3 Boezem and Polders
The Delfland water system: Boezem and polders
B&B Swaenenryck
B&B Swaenenryck hotspot
B&B Swaenenryck is located in the historical centre. They offer relaxation, luxe and comfort.
Il Peperoncino B.V.
Il Peperoncino B.V. hotspot
Hotel de Plataan Delft Centrum ***
Hotel de Plataan Delft Centrum *** hotspot
Hotel De Plataan is a three-star hotel with character. The hotel is perfectly located in the historic heart of Delft.
Doelenplein - Winter Shopping route Delft
Doelenplein - Winter Shopping route Delft
Exit the Choorstraat and turn left towards Doelenplein.
Filmhuis Lumen
Filmhuis Lumen hotspot
Filmhuis Lumen is not just a cinema. You can watch movies from all countries all over the world at Filmhuis Lumen.
De Pelicaan
De Pelicaan hotspot