Huis van Sinterklaas Hasselt
Visitors can explore Sinterklaas's temporary residence featuring a grand kitchen, bedroom, throne room, stables, and castle garden. Children can climb the rooftop walk, tackle the attic obstacle course, and stop by the candy and cuddle rooms. Activities include playing games with the Pieten and Conchitas, tasting speculaas, and listening to stories told by Sinterklaas.
What to Expect
Explore Sinterklaas's castle rooms, games, and obstacle course in Hasselt.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Stad Hasselt
Food & Drink
Visitors can taste speculaas at the event.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Playful and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Voluntary contribution; give what you can. – Get tickets
- Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: mornings open for schools; afternoons 14:00–17:00. Wednesday afternoons 13:00–17:00. Saturdays 13:00–17:00. No Sunday hours are stated.
- Parking: By bike, use the bike parking at Capucienenplein or leave your bike at the cathedral. By car, the page recommends parking at parking Blauwe Boulevard.
Tips & Advice
- Plan a family visit for the afternoon, because Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings are reserved for school groups visiting by appointment.
- Entry is by voluntary contribution, so give what you can to help keep Sinterklaas's house open to everyone.
- Visit on a Friday near closing time to see Sinterklaas set off on horseback for the Nocturne parade and sing-along on the Grote Markt.
- The house is closed on 11 November, so choose a different day if your children have that day off.
- Bring your UiTPAS to collect a point at the house, which you can later exchange for benefits on other leisure activities in Hasselt.
Special Events & Promotions
- Opening parade on Saturday 7 November: Sinterklaas arrives by steamboat and rides through town to the Grote Markt for photos with children. He then rides to the house and opens it.
- Nocturnes on Fridays 13, 20 and 27 November and 4 December: after closing, Sinterklaas rides to the Grote Markt for a dance and sing-along, followed by photos.
- De Sinterklaasstraat: every shop window on the little Maastrichterstraat, including empty shops, is decorated in a Sinterklaas theme from 7 November to 5 December.
- UiTPAS holders can collect a point on their visit and exchange their points for benefits.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see inside the house?
It's Sinterklaas's castle. There's a big kitchen, a bedroom, a bathroom, the Sint salon and throne, stables, a candy room and a cuddle room. There's also a castle garden, a rooftop walk, a storytelling room, the Pieten obstacle course in the castle attic and a drawing tower.
What can children do there?
Children can play games with the Pieten and Conchita's, eat speculaas and listen to Sinterklaas's stories.
Can schools visit?
Yes, by appointment. Mornings on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays are reserved for school groups, and schools sign up online.
Where should I park or leave my bike?
If you're driving, Blauwe Boulevard car park is the best option. If you're cycling, use the bike racks at Capucienenplein or leave your bike by the cathedral.
What are the Nocturnes?
On Fridays 13, 20 and 27 November and 4 December, Sinterklaas sets off on horseback from the house after closing. He rides through the city centre via the Vismarkt, Zuivelmarkt and Hoogstraat to the Grote Markt. There he and his team lead a dance and sing-along, and afterwards children can have their photo taken with him.
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