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Discover the Pieterskerk Leiden
monumental, versatile, unique
Dinners
From an intimate candlelit dinner to a festive walking dinner beneath the monumental vaults of the centuries-old nave, the Pieterskerk Leiden provides an exceptional setting for meaningful occasions. Surrounded by over 900 years of history, every gathering becomes an experience that leaves a lasting impression.Picture an elegant dinner in the serene Choir, where soft lighting and a refined atmosphere create a sense of tranquillity and connection. Or a gala dinner in the impressive Nave, with beautifully dressed tables, sophisticated floral arrangements and flawless execution. And when the occasion calls for a grand celebration, the church effortlessly transforms into a vibrant venue with live music, captivating entertainment and spectacular lighting.
Together with our trusted partners in catering, event design, technical production and hospitality, we deliver events with meticulous attention to every detail. From concept and coordination to flawless execution, every element is carefully tailored to your wishes, objectives and the unique atmosphere of the Pieterskerk Leiden.
Conferences & congresses
The Pieterskerk Leiden offers a truly unique setting for conferences and congresses. Its impressive Gothic architecture, excellent acoustics and flexible layouts provide the ideal environment for plenary sessions, breakout rooms and networking receptions.Every event is tailored to your programme, audience and objectives. From intimate gatherings to large-scale productions with tiered seating and custom staging, the possibilities are virtually limitless. Professional audiovisual production is provided by our trusted technical partner, Flowsound, ensuring seamless execution from start to finish.
What makes the Pieterskerk Leiden truly distinctive is the sense of connection many speakers and organisations experience with its remarkable history. This is a place closely associated with influential figures such as Willebrord Snellius, pioneer of modern science; John Robinson, theologian and spiritual leader; and Joseph Scaliger, one of Europe’s greatest scholars. Their legacy continues to inspire, adding depth and meaning to every gathering. Your conference becomes more than an event, it becomes part of a centuries-old tradition of knowledge, innovation and ideas.
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From left to right:
Margot Wijtenburg – Hoofd Sales & Events
Britt Osinga – Sales & Events
Joosje Hoekstra – Sales & Events
What would your dream event at the Pieterskerk look like?
Margot:“Guests are welcomed in the Crossing with drinks, before the curtains open to reveal an elegant dinner in the Nave. After the main course, everyone moves to the Choir for dessert, followed by a surprise performance.”Britt: “A dinner at long tables in the Nave, styled around a beautiful theme and illuminated by hundreds of candlelights surrounding the pillars.”
Joosje: “An evening with a central stage, spectacular entertainment—including an aerial performance—and an atmosphere that comes together in a truly magical experience.”
Funfact:
Margot co-created the Pieterskerk escaperoom and has an impressive board game collection.Britt can name the last 17 Presidents of the United States from memory and regularly treats the team to her homemade bakes.
Joosje makes lists for just about everything and is crazy about animals. Besides the dog she already has, she would happily have a few goats, chickens, sheep and a cow at home too.
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