Noordeinde Palace
The Hague
- Built
- 1533 (rebuilt 1640)
- Architect
- Pieter Post / Jacob van Campen
- Style
- Dutch Classicism
- Royal house
- The Dutch Royal House
Noordeinde Palace is the working palace of King Willem-Alexander, located in the center of The Hague. The building has roots dating back to 1533, when it was a simple country house. In 1640, it was rebuilt into a palace in Dutch Classical style by architects Pieter Post and Jacob van Campen.
The palace has been a royal residence since 1609, when it was purchased for the widow of William of Orange. Over the centuries, it has undergone several expansions and renovations. The characteristic white facade and formal gardens make it one of The Hague's most famous landmarks.
King Willem-Alexander works here daily and holds audiences with ambassadors, ministers, and other guests. The palace also hosts important ceremonies, including the annual Prinsjesdag, when the king reads the throne speech.
Although the palace is not open to the public, visitors can see the royal family arrive and depart. Every third Tuesday in September, thousands gather to watch the royal procession from Noordeinde to the Ridderzaal.