Police station first seasons

Two buildings have been used as police stations. The first five seasons and the film were recorded in De Parel at Kattenburgergracht 23. During the recording period, this building not only served as a police station but also as a production office and storage space. This made it possible to switch quickly, for example if the script was changed.

De Parel dates from the 17th century and has a rich history. For a long time it housed a school. In 1926 the building was converted into a police station. In the last years before the renovation in 2001, the building was used for the filming of Baantjer. Today it is an apartment complex and houses a marketing agency.

The watch commander in the episodes recorded here was played by Freek van Muiswinkel, Erik van Muiswinkel's father. When Van Muiswinkel senior became ill, his role was temporarily taken over by Jeroen van Koningsbrugge.