The Municipality of Voorschoten Is the Official Owner of the Kruispuntkerk

On February 12, 2026, the municipal council unanimously approved the purchase of the Kruispuntkerk. This decision paved the way for the further development of the plans. 

Cultural Initiatives

Alderman Hubert Schokker is pleased that the municipality is now officially the owner: “Now that we have the key, we can really get started on redeveloping the Kruispuntkerk into a future-proof cultural centre. Residents will soon find the film theater in the heart of Voorschoten and will be able to enjoy many more cultural initiatives.”

Planning

The next step is to grant final approval for the “ licence ” and to begin the bidding process. Work on the church is expected to begin in the summer of 2026. Starting in September, this work will become visible. The cultural “ centre ” is expected to open in mid-2027.

Foundation

With the purchase of the Kruispuntkerk, the municipality has also become the owner of the square in front of the church and the adjacent lot. Following the redevelopment, the operation and management of the church will be transferred to an independent foundation. As a result of these developments, the previously planned residential building will no longer be constructed, and the wharf will remain part of the church for the time being. Plans for the redevelopment of the wharf will be worked out at a later stage.