Plan your visit.

Het Gele Laarsje happens every third Monday of the month at the NHL Stenden Experience Center in Leeuwarden. This page covers the practical bits: where to go, when to arrive, which line to join, and what to bring.

You do not need to register for swapping or baby-clothes buying. Walk in during public event time and a volunteer will help you start in the right place.

Time and location What to bring

Time and location.

NHL Stenden Experience Center
Rengerslaan 10
8917 DD Leeuwarden

Swapping and baby-clothes buying are open from 18:30 to 19:30. Free repairs can be handed in from 18:00 if your repair was signed up and confirmed through the newsletter.

The Experience Center is in the large glass building at NHL Stenden. It is directly in the central hall, close to the entrance and just past the closed coffee corner. Look for the Het Gele Laarsje welcome sign or the digital board.

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Racks and tables with children's clothes inside the NHL Stenden Experience Center.

When you arrive.

Check-in is the first stop for almost everyone. Tell the volunteer what you are here for: swapping, baby clothes, repair, donation, or saved credit.

Clothing check starts at arrival

If you bring swap clothes, volunteers check the bag before you browse. It can take a little time at the start, because many people arrive together.

Volunteers help you get started

You do not have to know the system by heart. Ask where to go, what counts, or how baby clothes and repairs work.

Walk in during public time

You can come any time between 18:30 and 19:30. Try to arrive before closing so there is enough time for check-in and checkout.

Which line do I join?

The queue is mainly for people bringing clothes to be checked. Other paths may go straight to check-in when applicable.

Join the normal swapper flow if

you brought clothes to swap
you are buying baby clothes but also brought clothes to swap

Go straight to check-in if

you are only buying baby clothes
you are dropping off a confirmed repair
you are only bringing donations
you are only using saved credit from an earlier event

If you are not sure

Ask a volunteer. That is completely normal on a first visit, especially when there is a queue at the beginning of the evening.

Getting there.

The Experience Center is reachable by bike, bus, or car. Parking details can change, so check the official NHL Stenden page before relying on a tariff.

By bike You can park your bike under the building. There are entrances from the road side and from the square.
By bus There is a bus stop in front of the building.
By car You can park opposite the building. Payment is possible with stadsparkeren or by card. NHL Stenden lists parking as EUR1 for the first two hours, then EUR2.50 for the day, with a maximum of EUR3.50. Check the official NHL Stenden Leeuwarden location page for current parking information.

Accessibility and the room.

The space is accessible for buggies and wheelchairs. The paths are roomy enough to move around, and volunteers can help if needed.

Racks sorted by size

Checked-quality children's clothes, shoes, swimwear, socks, hats, and winter accessories.

Baby sizes up to 62

For the small-size munt path when you are not swapping yet.

Volunteers nearby

At check-in, checkout, and around the room if the system is new to you.

What to bring.

Pack for the path you are taking. If you combine paths, check-in will help you sort out the order.

For swapping

up to 15 clean, accepted clothing items or pairs of shoes
your own bag
EUR3 access contribution, if you can pay it
optional extra good clothes as donation

For baby clothes

EUR20 for the small-size munt
or the small-size munt, if you received one as a gift
a bag for the clothes you take home
no swap clothes needed if you are only buying baby sizes

For repair

the item you signed up through the newsletter
no repair payment, because repairs are free
bring it from 18:00 if your repair was confirmed

The repair team is intended to be there each event, but volunteer availability can vary.

For donation

clean, good children's clothes that match the accepted quality
no need to join the full swap flow if you are only donating
email first if you need another donation moment or have a large donation in Leeuwarden

Visit FAQ.

Short answers to the questions people usually need before deciding to come.

Do I need to register?

Not for swapping or buying baby clothes. For repairs, sign up through the newsletter first.

Can I bring my child?

Yes, children can come with a parent or caregiver. The event is not promoted as a children's activity.

Do I need to speak Dutch?

English speakers are welcome. The communication channels are in Dutch, but volunteers who speak English will help where possible.

Can I come later than 18:30?

Yes, as long as you arrive during public event time. Try to arrive before 19:30.

Is there usually a queue?

Sometimes at the start. That is mostly because clothes and bags are checked before browsing begins.

How do I donate clothes?

Bring them to a swap evening. If that really does not work, email to make another appointment. For large donations in Leeuwarden, pickup may be possible.

Can I come by bus?

Yes, there is a bus stop in front of the building.

When is the clothing swap?

Every third Monday of the month at NHL Stenden.

Where else can I find second-hand children's clothes?

Het Gele Laarsje is open every third Monday for swapping and baby-size buying. For a few more local starting points, see Why swapping matters.

Ready to come by?

Use the route link for the exact location, then check the rules if you are packing a swap bag.

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