The hidden gem of Vera from SOOP

Published on Thursday, June 4Parels van de Plantage

What is your hidden gem in the Plantage neighbourhood?

The OCCO Hofje on Nieuwe Keizersgracht.

It has a beautiful garden, but many people don’t know it at all. During Open Garden Days it is open to the public. This year that will be on June 19, 20 and 21. You do need to buy a ticket online, which gives access for the whole weekend to all participating canal gardens.

I live next to the OCCO Hofje. I’m part of the garden committee there, and every two weeks I sing in the chapel together with the Stadsdorp singing group. I can’t actually sing at all – I’m as hoarse as can be 😉