Pandhof van de Dom — Attraction in Utrecht

Beautiful place where you can have a nice break just sitting down and enjoying the beautiful architecture of the arcades, arches, spiers etc. I enjoyed my time looking at the so many particular of this beautiful building . Inside you can find a bar . From the University of Utrecht website translated with Google Traslate because the website page doesn't work with the English version of the University website : The oldest foundations of the current Pandhof date from the end of the 14th century. The Pandhof formed the connection between the Dom Church and the Groot Kapittelhuis, part of the current Academy Building. In addition, the Pandhof was a cemetery and a place for religious contemplation. Because it remained unclear to whom the Pandhof belonged for quite some time, local residents were able to do their thing for a long time. Nut trees were planted and the courtyard was used for storing old wagons, raising chickens and drinking beer. In 1634 the 'Illustrious School' was founded, a school that resulted from the ideas of the new Protestant church. Because students had to walk via the Pandhof to the lecture halls in the Groot Kapittelhuis, the Pandhof became the 'walking place of d'Academie'. The walnut trees were cut down and all local residents lost the right of way. The Pandhof became the property of the current University of Utrecht. However, it was unclear who was responsible for the maintenance of the Pandhof. Destruction set in. It was not until 1962 that a garden was laid out for the first time in the Pandhof, designed by municipal architect Otto. Otto devised the pavement with boulders and the division into 23 sections. Unfortunately, there was no clarity about the responsibility for maintenance, as a result of which the garden – once again – deteriorated. In 1975 law student Joke Frankenhuyzen asked the university board for permission to turn the garden into a medieval herb garden. Together with Sies Jonkman, she was able to transform and maintain the garden. Under Jonkman's leadership, the garden grew into an ornamental...

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🌿 Location and Description

The Pandhof is a Gothic-style inner courtyard located in the Domplein, hidden between the Domkirk (St. Martin's Cathedral) and the Academiagebouw (University Building). Built in the 14th–15th centuries, it now serves as a tranquil retreat adorned with beautiful flowers and herbs.

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History • Built between 1390 and 1440. • Within the monastic structure, it served as a monks' burial ground and a meditation area. • After 1580, its ownership became uncertain, and it began to be used primarily by local residents for daily activities (chickens, nuts, beer, etc.). • In 1634, it became the University of Utrecht and was renamed the "wandelpleats van d'Academie". • In the 19th century, it underwent restoration and redesign (especially in the stonework and neo-Gothic details) by the renowned architect Pierre Cuypers. • Its current form was revived in 1962 with a modern planting scheme, and in 1975, the medieval herb garden theme was adopted again.

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Features • Gothic cruiskoridor: Contains 15th-century stonework, with wimbergen depicting the life of St. Martin above the restored windows. • In the center are the fountain and a 14th-century statue of Dom canon Hugo Wstinc. • Contains over 140 plant species – flowers, herbs, and aromatic plants. • The Pandhof is considered one of the most beautiful inner courtyards in the Netherlands and offers wonderful views of the Dom Tower and the church.

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Visit Information • Address: Domplein, 3512 AZ Utrecht • Admission: Free, can be entered through the gate at Domplein. • Hours (2024): Weekdays and weekends 10:00–16:00; may be closed on special days (e.g., the start of the academic year, King's Day) and certain dates.

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Why Visit? • A peaceful retreat for tourists and locals entering the city. • A cheeky opportunity for architecture enthusiasts to admire Gothic and neo-Gothic details. • Offers a blend of nature and architecture for photography enthusiasts with its highly photogenic architectural surroundings. • Hosts concerts in the summer; post-concert relaxation on the lawn is quite enjoyable.

🌿 Konum ve Tanım

Pandhof, Domplein’de, Domkirk (St. Martin’s Cathedral) ile Academiagebouw (Üniversite Binası) arasında gizli kalan gotik üsluplu bir iç avludur. 14.–15. yüzyılda inşa edilmiş olup, günümüzde güzel çiçek ve otlarla bezenmiş sakin bir dinlenme alanı olarak hizmet vermektedir  .

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Tarihçe • 1390–1440 arasında inşa edilmiştir. • Monastik yapı içinde, keşiş mezarlığı ve meditasyon alanı olarak kullanılmıştır . • 1580 sonrası, mülkiyeti belirsizleşmiş, yerel halk tarafından aslında günlük işler için (tavuk, fındık, bira vb.) kullanılmaya başlanmıştır (). • 1634’te Utrecht Üniversitesi’ne geçerek “wandelpleats van d’Academie” adını almıştır . • 19. yüzyılda, ünlü mimar Pierre Cuypers tarafından restorasyon ve yeniden tasarım yapılmıştır (özellikle taş işçiliği ve neogotik detaylarda) . • Bugünkü formu, 1962’de modern bir bitki düzeniyle hayat bulmuş, 1975’te tekrar orta çağ ot bahçesi teması benimsenmiştir ().

Özellikler • Gotik kruiskoridor: 15. yüzyıldan kalma taş işçilikleri içerir, restore edilmiş pencereler üzerinde Aziz Martin hayatını betimleyen wimbergen yer alır . • Merkezdeki çeşme ve 14. yüzyıldan kalma Dom kanunu Hugo Wstinc’in yazan heykeli bulunmaktadır . • 140’ı aşkın bitki türü – çiçekler, otlar ve aromatik bitkiler – içerir (). • Pandhof, Hollanda’daki en güzel iç avlulardan biri olarak kabul edilir ve Dom Kulesi ile kiliseyi harika açılardan izleme imkanı sunar ().

Ziyaret Bilgileri • Adres: Domplein, 3512 AZ Utrecht  • Giriş: Ücretsiz, Domplein’deki kapıdan girilebilir () • Saatler (2024): Hafta içi ve hafta sonu 10:00–16:00; bazı özel günlerde (örneğin Akademik Yıl başlangıcı, King’s Day) ve belirli tarihlerde kapalı...

The Dom Church in Utrecht is a stunning piece of Gothic architecture with a peaceful and spiritual atmosphere. Its towering arches, beautiful stained glass windows, and rich history make it a must-visit for anyone exploring the city. It’s especially fascinating to learn about the separation between the church and the Dom Tower after the 17th-century storm. A great spot to pause, reflect, and admire centuries of Dutch heritage right in the...