Markthal

Where it is & how to get there

• Metro: Blaak station, 2 minutes' walk.
• Hours: Open daily; food stalls until evening.
• Saturday market: An outdoor market fills Binnenrotte square on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

The story of the Markthal

The Markthal opened in 2014, designed by MVRDV. Its horseshoe-shaped arch contains around 230 apartments, while the space underneath is a covered food market.

The inside of the arch is covered by "Horn of Plenty", one of the largest artworks in the world, showing giant fruits, vegetables, flowers and insects.

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• Look up at the giant painted ceiling.
• Look up at the giant ceiling mural.
• Try international street food from the stalls.

What's around the Markthal

• Cube HousesNext door.
• Old HarbourHistoric port with boats.
• LaurenskerkMedieval church.
• Binnenrotte marketOutdoor market.

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