It’s been 135 years. 135 years of shopping, hospitality, memories, architecture and history. Many stories have gone untold, but it is time to share these special moments with you. You can read all about the history of De Passage in our newsletters. Former store owners and residents tell their story…
135 years of history of De Passage, the oldest shopping arcade in the Netherlands
135 years of history
The stories of that time
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The Passage has a special and rich history, in which it has connected many people. The ‘grande dame’ of The Hague shopping is also literally the connector of the city center. In honor of the 135th anniversary of De Passage, the oldest shopping center in the Netherlands, we are publishing…
De Passage 135 years Documentary
In honour of our anniversary WestDoc released a documentary about De Passage, the oldest shopping mall that still exists in the Netherlands. We travel through time and discover the history of De Passage. You’ll be able to explore unique spots in De Passage that you’ve never seen before. Eager to…
Rudolf Brandeis 1859–†1908 – Portier Hôtel du Passage
Rudolf was born in 1859. In 1890 he married Elisabeth Elte. They have three children, Leo (1891), Max (1892) and Susanna (1893). Rudolf works as a porter at the Hôtel du Passage, which was opened at the same time as De Passage. The hotel was in a beautiful spot, in…
Anniversary calendar
Private dining
Tonight two lucky people, Daniëlle & Ruud from The Hague, redeemed their exclusive prize. Earlier this month they won a once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience that has never taken place in The Hague’s city center: a fully dressed private dinner for two, made possible by restaurant Gallery61 The Hague and Binnenstad The…
Release Verhalen van De Passage
We are the oldest covered shopping area in the Netherlands. You’ve been able to enjoy De Passage for over 135 years. In honor of this anniversary, the book Verhalen van De Passage will be released. On Thursday a copy was handed over to mayor Jan van Zanen. In addition to…
Omroep West: 135 years of De Passage
In celebration of the 135th anniversary of De Passage, a documentary will be aired, discussing the history, the present and the future. Tune in on Saturday 18 and 19 April via Omroep West.
Valentine in De Passage
Valentine in De Passage The Passage in The Hague, the oldest covered shopping arcade in the Netherlands, celebrates its 135th anniversary this year. A unique anniversary of a special monumental shopping passage that is celebrated throughout the year with various actions and events. Valentine’s Day is approaching and the red…
Facts & numbers
1885
The Passage was opened on May 4, 1885. The Passage turned 135 this year!
Construction period
The Passage was built in the same period as the famous Kurhaus in Scheveningen. Both buildings represent the relatively rapid growth of The Hague at the end of the 19th century.
1st stone laid
The foundation stone of the Passage was laid on July 18, 1884 by Louise Eliza Uyttenhoven. She was 4 years old.
Technological advancement
It was not until the mid-19th century that it became technically possible to manufacture larger glass surfaces. Suddenly it became possible to place large windows in a shop. With that, the shop window was born. Before that time, products were mainly in closed containers behind the counter.
Oldest passage
The Haagse Passage is the oldest covered passage in our country. The Passage in Rotterdam was built 5 years earlier at the time, but unfortunately it was lost during World War II.