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Scheltema Leiden

About

Scheltema Leiden is a vibrant cultural hub housed in a former textile factory in the heart of the city. Blending industrial heritage with contemporary creativity, it offers a dynamic programme of theatre, music, literature, film, and visual arts. The building’s raw brick walls and open spaces create an atmospheric backdrop for performances, exhibitions, and community events. Scheltema is known for championing emerging talent while also hosting established artists, making it a key meeting point for Leiden’s creative scene. With its café, studios, and flexible event spaces, it serves as both a cultural stage and a social gathering place, inviting visitors to experience the city’s artistic energy in an inspiring setting.

Leiden Netherlands
Scheltema Leiden
Location

Scheltema Leiden is located at Marktsteeg 1 in the historic city centre of Leiden, in the Netherlands, housed in a former blanket factory on the corner of Marktsteeg and Oude Singel. It sits in the heart of the cultural district, right next to Museum De Lakenhal and within easy walking distance of Leiden Central Station and the Lammermarkt underground parking garage. The venue is surrounded by the city’s main museums, canals, shops and restaurants, making it a convenient base for exploring Leiden’s historic centre on foot.

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