Veldstraat

Leading patrician families began to settle in the Veldstraat in the Middle Ages. They flaunted their power and prestige on this busy trade route by building imposing stone houses, sometimes known as ‘stenen’ (stones). Later on, the street was dominated by fine mansions interspersed with luxurious shops. As time went by, industrialization also changed the way people spent their leisure time. The Veldstraat soon became synonymous with a vibrant social scene. The arrival of the large department stores changed the appearance of the Veldstraat yet again.

Industriemuseum