A historic place filled with music
The kiosk stands on a site with a rich past. Once home to Roermond’s old prison, the location had for centuries served as the residence of the abbesses of the Munster Abbey. After its demolition in 1865, the Munsterplein became an open urban space. It wasn’t until twenty years later, in 1885, that the kiosk was built here, designed by the atelier Cuypers and Stoltzenberg.
The kiosk has a twelve-sided structure and is largely made of cast iron. Its cast-iron columns, intricate ironwork and wooden dome give the building its distinctive look. The design reflects the same style Cuypers had used earlier for a similar kiosk in the Harmonietuin in the Voorstad district. (Source: Stichting Ruimte Roermond)
A vibrant centre of culture
Since its construction, the kiosk has been a beloved stage for live music. During the summer months, it hosts performances almost every weekend, featuring wind orchestras, brass bands, jazz groups and pop artists. With the kiosk as its centrepiece, Munsterplein remains a vibrant meeting place where locals and visitors come together for music, atmosphere and connection.