St. Nicholas at Van der Valk Celebrate the Dutch St. Nicholas tradition at Hotel Sassenheim
St. Nicholas
St. Nicholas
Holidays
Hooray – St. Nicholas is back in the Netherlands! That means celebrations at Van der Valk Hotel Sassenheim – Leiden! In our cosy Live Cooking buffet restaurant, you can enjoy the most festive Dutch St. Nicholas brunches and buffets with the whole family, complete with fun children’s activities in our supervised Kids’ Corner. And do you hear the knock, children? It’s St. Nicholas with his helpers! Of course, the Dutch St. Nicholas himself will also pay a visit to our hotel – have you all been good this year?
Please note: our St. Nicholas activities are very popular, so we recommend booking your table well in advance.
St. Nicholas Buffet
Live Cooking
On the Saturday before Pakjesavond (gift-giving evening), Van der Valk Hotel Sassenheim – Leiden will host a spectacular Dutch St. Nicholas event, including our festive St. Nicholas Buffet! Enjoy the tastiest dishes with the whole family while the little ones play in the Kids’ Corner. Naturally, St. Nicholas will also make an appearance...
When:
Saturday, 28 November 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
St. Nicholas Brunch
Live Cooking
Our St. Nicholas Brunch on the Sunday afternoon before Pakjesavond is a celebration for the whole family! Enjoy a delicious brunch for young and old, and of course a visit from St. Nicholas and his helpers. Fun, supervised children’s activities will also take place in the Kids’ Corner.
When:
Sunday, 29 November 2026, from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Corporate options
Business
Give your company party a magical twist this year with an exclusive Dutch St. Nicholas show at Van der Valk Hotel Sassenheim – Leiden! Together with VTME, we create tailor-made St. Nicholas arrangements, perfect for large groups and corporate events.
More Saint Nicholas options
Van der Valk gift card
Gift tip
Do you want to truly surprise someone or do you lack inspiration for your wish list this year? Ask for or give the Van der Valk gift card! The perfect gift to give and receive during the holidays. If you need larger quantities, for example as a business gift, please call the reception in advance at tel. +31(0)252-2129019We will make sure that the gift cards are wrapped and ready for you!