Sint Pietershof
The current complex of the Sint Pietershof at the Dal in Hoorn is the result of a complex construction and use history. It is characterized by a medieval history as a phase of the place of housing of religious communities, such as that of the Jeronimites and later in particular the period of the brotherhood of the Crosiers. This monastic order was dedicated to the patron Saint Peter. The names Kruisherenklooster, Dalsklooster, Sint Pietersklooster, date from that time.
Due to the many renovations and alterations of the building in its almost four centuries of history, only a small number of visible architectural parts of the interior can be identified in situ. One of the lower dwellings in the west wing has been restored to its original state. In the current recreation room, the scattered wall tiles and panels of the court have been brought together and built into the walls of the recreation room.
Some elements of movable nature of the court, such as valuable furniture and paneling, are included in the Westfries Museum.
Only on the facades of the east and west wings of the courtyard and on the inner facades of the square one can clearly distinguish characteristics of the original building.
Over time, all windows and frames have also been replaced by the different types that were common in the time of replacement.
The St. Pieterspoort in the outer façade of the east wing is also an authentic part. The galleries along the facades on the court side of the west and east wing, however, are of later date.