Accessibility Information at 1646
At 1646, we welcome everyone and are committed to making your visit as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
Guide Dogs
Guide dogs are welcome at 1646. Please ensure they remain on a leash during your visit.
Parking
Visitors with a disabled parking card (blue badge) can park for free in designated accessible parking spaces throughout The Hague. The closest accessible parking spaces to 1646 are:
- Nieuwe Molstraat 37F – 210 m
- Koningstraat 104 – 400 m
- Om en Bij 1 – 450 m
For a full map of general accessible parking spaces in The Hague, please click [here].
Public Transport
If you are visiting 1646 by public transport, you can take a train to Den Haag Centraal (CS) or Den Haag Hollands Spoor (HS). The following trams offer an accessible journey:
From Den Haag Centraal:
All these trams depart from the upper platform, where an elevator is available.
- Tram 2 (Kraayenstein)
- Tram 3 (Loosduinen)
- Tram 4 (De Uithof)
Get off at the Grote Markt stop. There, you can take the elevator to the main street (Prinsengracht). From Prinsengracht, it is a 300-meter walk to 1646 at Boekhorststraat 125 + 127.
From Den Haag Hollands Spoor (HS):
- Tram 1 (Scheveningen Noord)
- Tram 9 (Scheveningen Noord)
- Tram 15 (Den Haag Centraal)
- Tram 16 (Den Haag Centraal)
Get off at Bierkade. From there, it is a 750-meter walk to 1646.
Entrance Dimensions
Our exhibition spaces are on the ground floor and are accessible to wheelchairs and buggies. A ramp is available, and assistance can be provided if needed.
- Boekhorststraat 125: 8 cm step at the entrance, door width 93 cm.
- Boekhorststraat 127: Entrance door 83 cm wide, turning radius 70 cm. Inside, there is a 5 cm step at the back of the space.
- Garden Room: Back entrance door 97 cm wide, with an 8 cm indoor step and a 14 cm outdoor step. We are in the process of ordering a ramp for this entrance.
- Ramp width: 72 cm.
Toilets
The toilet at Boekhorststraat 127 is not wheelchair accessible. However, visitors can use accessible toilets at the following locations:
- Boomhuttenclub (Boekhorststraat 47) – 120 meters from 1646 (available during the day).
- The Grey Space (Paviljoensgracht 20-24) – 230 meters from 1646 (available in the evening).
Additional Support & Tours
We offer special tours for visitors who require extra support, including those with specific accessibility needs. Please contact us to discuss available options. An audio tour is provided for every exhibition.
Seating for Visitors with Limited Mobility
Chairs are available throughout the exhibition spaces for visitors who may need to rest during their visit.
If you need assistance, our team is happy to help. We are available:
- Monday to Friday: 10:00 – 18:00
- Weekends: 13:00 – 18:00
You can reach us at +31 70 212 58 60 or email at: welcome@1646.nl.
At 1646, we are dedicated to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all visitors. If you have any questions or specific needs, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to help!
