Café de Oude Sluys & the history of Leidschendam
For more than a century, people have gathered here for the same simple reason: to enjoy a good drink in good company while watching life pass by on the water. Cyclists pause here during long rides, boaters stop while passing through the lock, and locals meet friends on the terrace overlooking the canal.
Leidschendam grew around a lock that connected the waterways between Leiden, Delft, and The Hague. For centuries these canals were vital trade routes — and where boats travelled, places to rest naturally followed. Café de Oude Sluys has been part of that tradition for over 100 years.
The spirit of the place hasn't changed. Come for a drink. Stay as long as you like.
