Van der Velde Books Zwolle

About

A 15th-century church turned bookstore, often called the most beautiful in the netherlands.

Why go

• Standing inside a gothic church with a medieval skeleton story
• Beautiful bookstore tucked away inside an old church
• Visiting one of the most beautiful bookstores in the netherlands

Must try

• See the skeleton under the glass
• Explore the architecture of the church
• English-language book section
• Cafe for coffee and cake
• Look up at the dramatic ceilings

Pro tips

• Train to zwolle station and then a 15 min walk
• Park in any of the garages in city center
• Entry is free

Good to know

• Some books placed next to stairs only wide enough for one person

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Rating

4.6 / 5 (6048 reviews)

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