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Venues #8 in Amersfoort

Theater Film Cafe De Lieve Vrouw

4.3 · 1,138 reviews
Cultural, intimate, and informal
Theater Film Cafe De Lieve Vrouw, Lieve Vrouwestraat 13, 3811 BP Amersfoort, Netherlands
Interesting facts
1

The venue is named after the nearby Onze Lieve Vrouwetoren, a prominent Gothic tower.

2

De Lieve Vrouw operates as a non-profit foundation dedicated to promoting film and stage culture.

3

The café space is frequently used for post-screening discussions and local creative networking.

4

It is one of the few dedicated arthouse cinema venues in the Eemland region.

5

The venue often collaborates with national film festivals like the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) to host satellite screenings.

Overview

De Lieve Vrouw is a cultural hub in central Amersfoort housing both a film theater and a live performance venue. It is situated in a historical building along the Lieve Vrouwestraat, known for its focus on arthouse films, documentaries, and intimate stage productions. The facility includes a cafe that serves as a central meeting space for local arts enthusiasts. The venue programs a mix of Dutch and international cinema alongside contemporary theater performances. It acts as a primary cultural pillar for the city, contributing to the local arts scene by hosting thematic film festivals and guest speaker events. The building's architecture integrates modern technical facilities within the traditional townscape of Amersfoort.

Photo spot

The entrance area facing the historic street provides a charming view of the traditional Amersfoort architecture.

Insider tips

Check the online schedule in advance, as screenings change daily and popular arthouse films sell out quickly.

The café is an excellent spot to wait between film screenings or theater shows, offering a view of the street.

Reserve your theater tickets online, as the intimate seating capacity can lead to limited availability for specific shows.

What to avoid

Do not assume you can purchase tickets at the door for popular weekend film premieres or sold-out theater performances.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
2-3 hours
Best time to visit
Late afternoon or evening, as this is when the combination of theater and film programming is most active.
Address
Theater Film Cafe De Lieve Vrouw, Lieve Vrouwestraat 13, 3811 BP Amersfoort, Netherlands
52.155, 5.388
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Details
Programming FocusArthouse films, documentaries, and contemporary theater
Venue AmenitiesIn-house cafe and multiple screening/performance rooms

Frequently asked

Plan for about 2-3 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Late afternoon or evening, as this is when the combination of theater and film programming is most active..

The entrance area facing the historic street provides a charming view of the traditional Amersfoort architecture.

Close by you'll find Koppelpoort, DierenPark Amersfoort, Flint.