Filmhuis Lumen, Delft
Filmhuis Lumen is a cultural gem offering visitors an intimate and enriching cinematic experience. Located just a short walk from Delft’s charming city center, this independent cinema specializes in high-quality films from around the world, including arthouse, independent, and international productions that you won’t typically find in mainstream theaters. Its carefully curated program appeals to film enthusiasts who appreciate thought-provoking stories, innovative filmmaking, and diverse cultural perspectives.
The cinema features several comfortable screening rooms with modern projection and sound technology, creating an inviting atmosphere perfect for unwinding after exploring Delft’s iconic canals, markets, and historic landmarks. Filmhuis Lumen is more than just a place to watch movies – it serves as a vibrant meeting point for locals and travelers alike. Throughout the year, it hosts film festivals, special screenings, and discussions, offering visitors a chance to engage with the local cultural scene.
Guests can also relax in the cozy café, where they serve drinks and light snacks before or after the show, making it an ideal spot to reflect on a film or plan your next adventure in the city. Passionate cinephiles and those simply seeking a unique evening in Delft will find Filmhuis Lumen an authentic, welcoming, and memorable experience that reflects the city’s creative and international spirit.
The cinema features several comfortable screening rooms with modern projection and sound technology, creating an inviting atmosphere perfect for unwinding after exploring Delft’s iconic canals, markets, and historic landmarks. Filmhuis Lumen is more than just a place to watch movies – it serves as a vibrant meeting point for locals and travelers alike. Throughout the year, it hosts film festivals, special screenings, and discussions, offering visitors a chance to engage with the local cultural scene.
Guests can also relax in the cozy café, where they serve drinks and light snacks before or after the show, making it an ideal spot to reflect on a film or plan your next adventure in the city. Passionate cinephiles and those simply seeking a unique evening in Delft will find Filmhuis Lumen an authentic, welcoming, and memorable experience that reflects the city’s creative and international spirit.
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Filmhuis Lumen on Map
Sight Name: Filmhuis Lumen
Sight Location: Delft, Netherlands (See walking tours in Delft)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Delft, Netherlands (See walking tours in Delft)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Delft, Netherlands
Create Your Own Walk in Delft
Creating your own self-guided walk in Delft is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Delft Introduction Walking Tour
The word "delven" in Dutch means "to dig." The town of Delft began in 1075 when a nobleman decided to build his dream manor where a canal crossed the silted up river Gantel. A settlement became a market town with a large market square. The town was called "Delft."
Canals were vital to Delft. Flat-bottomed boats brought in products, fuel and people. In 1246 Count... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Canals were vital to Delft. Flat-bottomed boats brought in products, fuel and people. In 1246 Count... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Johannes Vermeer's Delft Walk
The Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer (1632 – 1675) spent almost his entire life in his home town, Delft. He left only a few times, towards the end, on the short trips to Amsterdam and The Hague.
The old Delft undoubtedly was one of the most typical little towns of the 17th-century Netherlands, and as such, was rather picturesque. Just like any other Dutch place, Delft was dominated by its... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
The old Delft undoubtedly was one of the most typical little towns of the 17th-century Netherlands, and as such, was rather picturesque. Just like any other Dutch place, Delft was dominated by its... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles




