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Nieuwe Kerk Delft

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Nieuwe Kerk Delft

Nieuwe Kerk Delft

The Nieuwe Kerk is a Protestant church located on the Markt square in Delft. It serves as the royal burial vault for the House of Orange, containing the tombs of William I and other members of the Dutch royal family. Visitors go here to see the royal crypts and the architecture of the building.

Getting There

The church is centrally located on the main market square. From the Delft city centre, it is accessible via a short walk of a few minutes, depending on your starting point.

Visit Duration

Allow approximately one to two hours to explore the main sanctuary and the royal crypts.

When to Visit

The church can get crowded during peak tourist seasons and weekends. Visiting during weekday mornings typically avoids the largest crowds. There are no specific seasonal restrictions for visiting the interior.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its central location, this site can be combined with other nearby points of interest within walking distance:

  • Vermeer Centre: 0.1km
  • Saint Hippolytus Chapel: 0.3km
  • Oude Kerk: 0.3km
  • Prinsenhof: 0.4km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Vermeer Centre

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