Scheltema Leiden

Scheltema Leiden – industrial congress and event location in the heart of Leiden 

Business meetings in a place with character 
You are organizing a congress, symposium, or meeting and are looking for more than four walls. At Scheltema Leiden, you get characterful spaces, professional technology, and plenty of opportunities under one roof. Scheltema Leiden is an industrial meeting, congress, and event location in the center of Leiden. The venue has multiple spaces and can accommodate gatherings of up to 250 guests in theater setup. You can host congresses, symposiums, seminars, presentations, training sessions, workshops, meetings, dinners, and business networking events here. 

Why choose Scheltema Leiden? 
Scheltema Leiden combines industrial heritage with the flexibility of a modern event venue. This makes the location particularly interesting if you want to combine different parts within one program. For example, you welcome your guests in the spacious Foyer. Then the plenary program starts in the Auditorium. For workshops or smaller sessions, the group spreads out across various break-out rooms. Later, everyone comes together again for a drink, lunch, or dinner. This way, you don't have to change locations for a versatile program. Scheltema Leiden is suitable for congresses, symposiums, seminars, team days, presentations, training sessions, workshops, meetings, and business dinners. 

Space for plenary and break-outs 
The venue has six characterful spaces and a terrace boat. The different rooms can be used separately or combined.

• Plenary capacity of up to 250 guests in theater setup
• Multiple spaces for reception and registration 
• Various options for break-out sessions 
• Rooms for workshops, presentations, and training sessions 
• Options for business lunches, dinners, and networking drinks 
• The Auditorium serves as the central point for larger gatherings. For smaller program components, the Expo rooms, the Boiler House, and Theater Café are also available. The Foyer provides space for reception, catering, sponsors, posters, and informal meetings. 

From reception to closing drinks 
Upon entering, you step directly into the spacious Foyer. The large bar and open space make this a logical starting point for registration, coffee, and reception. Then your group moves to the plenary program. The Auditorium has a characteristic stone floor and visible elements from the past. With a capacity of up to 250 guests, this space is the heart of larger business gatherings. 

After the plenary part, you can divide smaller groups into different rooms. This way, you create peace for workshops, training sessions, discussions, or in-depth sessions. Lunch and dinner also get their own atmosphere. In the former Boiler House, the industrial history is still very much felt. The adjacent open kitchen makes this space suitable for a business lunch, private dining, or breakfast meeting. 

Conclude your day with a networking drink in the Foyer or a more informal moment in the Theater Café. From the café, you overlook the water of the Oude Singel and the Leidse Schouwburg. This way, your program flows naturally: reception, plenary, break-outs, catering, and drinks. 

Practically arranged in the center of Leiden 
Scheltema Leiden is centrally located in Leiden and is accessible by train, bus, bike, and car. Leiden Centraal is less than a ten-minute walk away. The Lammermarkt parking garage is located a short distance from the venue. Technical facilities are also available for presentations and program components. Depending on the chosen space, you can make use of audiovisual facilities. 

Think of: 

• Projectors and large screens 
• Microphones and sound systems 
• Professional lighting facilities 
• Options to darken rooms 

The layout and use of the spaces can be tailored to the program. This way, you can switch between presenting, collaborating, dining, and networking within the same location. 

Industrial heritage that makes your event recognizable 
Scheltema Leiden stands out due to the industrial past of the building. This is reflected in, among other things, the old Boiler House, the stone floor of the Auditorium, and the various characterful spaces. This history is complemented by facilities for contemporary business meetings. The combination of a plenary room for up to 250 guests, multiple break-out options, and audiovisual technology gives organizers the space to bring various program components together in one location. The central location adds to this. Your guests can walk from Leiden Centraal to the venue in less than ten minutes. For visitors arriving by car, the Lammermarkt parking garage is nearby. 

Discover Scheltema Leiden for your business meeting 
Do you want to know how your congress, symposium, meeting, or business event can be organized at Scheltema Leiden? Schedule a viewing and experience the spaces yourself, or request a quote directly using the form on the right side.