De Doelen - concerthal

Rotterdam has always a lot to offer in the field of cultural events. De Doelen is not an exception in this, better yet, it’s one of the best known concert buildings in the Netherlands.

There took about 1200 events  place in the Doelen last year, with a variety of themes such as classic, worldly music or fun jazz nights! They also played an important role during the International Film Festival. Of the Rotterdam inhabitants about 25% visit the Doelen at least once a year. Not only for cultural events, the Doelen building can also be used as congress building.

The monumental building is located in the middle of the city (literally), next to the central station, and in the middle of the ever-growing city center. But it wasn’t always located here. In 1844 the Doelen opened its doors at the Coolsingel. After almost  100 years the doors of this old concert building had to be closed.

The current building opened its doors in 1966, after 4 years of building. This building was seen as the crown on the whole ‘wederopbouw’ (rebuild) of the city. In the first 20 years after the war the rebuilt has focused on houses and offices. The 18^th of May was not a random day for the opening of the concert hall, it was literally 20 years after the start of the wederopbouw.

Right away the Doelen became a huge success. Today still the halls are of the best acoustic quality, and a right diverse schedule. There are concerts for children, indoor jazz festivals and much much much more!

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