Folpert van Ouwen Allen The Dom Tower in Utrecht, as seen from the Korte Nieuwstraat. original Central Museum Utrecht A donation from the Carel Nengerman Foundation
Sic Semper
Sic Semper In 1775, the Oranjesociëteit Sic Semper (May it always remain) was founded. The building was completely renovated in 1838. In 1890 a complete new building took place to a design in ‘medieval style’ by PJ Houtzagers. The society was dissolved in 1913. After that, the building had many uses until it was converted […]
Kromme Nieuwegracht 80
Sybold. van Ravenstein. This large square house was built in 1686. In 1939, various parts of the interior, including a commissioner’s room, were designed by the famous architect S. van Ravenstein.
Kromme Nieuwegracht 43 (Crooked New Canal)
“De Truttige Tuyl” The oldest part of this house is a remnant of a claustral house of Saint Peter from the late Middle Ages. Shortly after 1728, the house was expanded and renovated to its current form by the Schlosser-Beeldsnijder couple. The couple’s ornate monogram (SBBS) is depicted above the center window. The house, which […]
Biltsche Grift, The Rowing Escape
The Rowing Flight A colorful boat of beaded braids, golden locks of curly hair sails through the Biltsche Grift Chatter on the water opens languid eyes for a moment, lying on the warm grass. But suddenly the barge is silent. The chips hang motionless. Just the rustle of the water and the wind. The boat […]
The Griftpark, from past to present
The Griftpark, from past to present This 7-part photo series connects the history and the present of the Griftpark. The turbulent history contributes to the unique character of the park. These grounds were previously used for the municipal gas factory and the Vaalthaven. After more than hundred years of service, the factory was demolished in […]
Types of Plants
Route Rotsoord no. 3 Westraven
Westraven Westraven’s roots lay across the Vaartse Rijn (1661). Already in 1844, this place became useful for various labours. Ravesteyn on the Jutfaseweg with the production of hand-painted Old Dutch tiles. In 1920 the company, now expanded with pottery and building ceramics, was moved to Helling 112. Hard-working professionals and artists ensured growth and prosperity […]
Tower “The Horse”
Tower “The Horse” Around 1600, Utrecht had an impressive outer city canal with thick defensive walls, towers and strongholds. The striking strongholds of Zonnenburg, Manenburg and Sterrenburg on the south side of the city have been preserved. In addition to the strongholds, defense towers were built in that period, which were named after animals, such […]
Bats
The Utrecht canals are an important habitat for bats. In recent years, these valuable animals have increasingly been given the attention and protection they deserve. Bats still too often lose their winter habitats during restorations because cellars are heated. On the other side, in the quay wall, pits and other hollow structures have been made […]