Hofje Armen de Poth
An oasis of peace
You are a guest here and enjoy this oasis of peace and quiet. The current 48 houses are all inhabited except for one that serves as a 'show house' and canteen. The square of houses surrounds the medieval St. Rochus Chapel and the Main Building with the Cell Sisters' Room, Bakery, Distribution Room, Regent's Room and the dwelling of the Inner Father. At each of the three gates that provide access to the complex, you'll find a map or sidewalk markers that direct you to the website or app for a digital tour.
Guided tours
If you would like to know more and see parts of the complex from the inside, we recommend you contact one of the two guide organizations Amersfoortse Gidsen and Gilde Amersfoort) with whom you can make appointmen...
An oasis of peace
You are a guest here and enjoy this oasis of peace and quiet. The current 48 houses are all inhabited except for one that serves as a 'show house' and canteen. The square of houses surrounds the medieval St. Rochus Chapel and the Main Building with the Cell Sisters' Room, Bakery, Distribution Room, Regent's Room and the dwelling of the Inner Father. At each of the three gates that provide access to the complex, you'll find a map or sidewalk markers that direct you to the website or app for a digital tour.
Guided tours
If you want to know more and see parts of the complex from the inside, we advise you to contact one of the two guide organizations Amersfoortse Gidsen and Gilde Amersfoort) with whom arrangements have been made and who are kept informed by us about new developments in the hofje. With a guide you will also visit the Rochuskapel, the Toonhuisje and enjoy coffee or tea in the Celzusterenkamer, the oldest part of the Main Building.
Digital viewing
Of course, only an actual visit will give you a taste of the special atmosphere in this historic yet contemporary monument. But even from your chair you can get a good impression and information. Let the short four-minute film trailer sink in.
Opening hours
- The hofje is freely accessible between sunrise and sunset while respecting the privacy of its residents.
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