Why 1500 Pieces is so popular with JvH fans
De 1500 pieces Jan van Haasteren puzzles have been the favorite format for avid puzzlers for years. The boards are large enough to be packed with jokes, mini-stories, and recognizable Easter eggs, yet still fit snugly on the kitchen table or puzzle mat. In this category, you'll find true classics (such as The Air Show, The storm en The post office) and recent publications by the JvH cartoonists' collective.
Who is a 1500-piece puzzle suitable for?
This size is ideal for experienced puzzlers (12+) and adults who like to spend several evenings working on one drawing. The level of detail is higher than with 1000 pieces, which makes searching for fixed recurring elements – the shark fin, Sinterklaas, Jan himself – becomes extra fun. Anyone who is just starting from 1000 pieces will notice that 1500 is especially more depth and variety in color areas, without it becoming confusing.
Size & puzzle mat
Most JvH 1500 piece puzzles measure approximately 90 × 60 cm. Do you like to put things away in between? Then a puzzle mat for 1500 pieces The most convenient option: you roll up the puzzle without losing any pieces and continue later. This overview page also includes helpful references to dimensions and puzzle mat options, making choosing a suitable puzzle mat easier.
Well-known titles, special editions and illustrators
In the 1500 category you will find a mix of classic JvH work and more recent titles from Robert Derks, Dick Heins en Mars GremmenIn addition, there are various special editions between (such as Intertoys, WHSmith, Ceaco and Xenos anniversary).
Overview Jan van Haasteren puzzles 1500 pieces
View all 1500-piece puzzles in chronological order below, including any special editions.
Dimensions Jan van Haasteren puzzles of 1500 Pieces - 90 x 60 centimeters:
Do you want to know the dimensions of Jan van Haasteren's puzzles of 1500 pieces? This is the overview, useful for when you put your puzzle on a puzzle mat want to make:
How many side pieces does a 1500 piece puzzle have?
A puzzle of 1500 pieces has 156 side pieces. Do you want to know exactly how that works? Number of side pieces puzzles of 2000 pieces.
Puzzle mats for puzzles of 1500 pieces
If you want to make this very large puzzle on a puzzle mat, check out 'how to choose a puzzle mat' and 'overview of all puzzle mats of 1500 pieces'.
Overview of all Jan van Haasteren Puzzles
Frequently asked questions about Jan van Haasteren 1500-piece puzzles
Where can I find the recurring elements in Jan van Haasteren puzzles?
In almost every Jan van Haasteren puzzle you will find regular jokes and recognizable details. Think of the shark fin, Sinterklaas, Jan himself and other recurring figures that appear in almost every scene.
Want to know exactly where they are and what these fixed elements mean? Then check out our complete overview at
fixed recurring elements in JvH puzzles.
How big is a 1500-piece Jan van Haasteren puzzle?
The average size of a 1500-piece puzzle by Jan van Haasteren is approximately 90 × 60 cm.
This size is ideal for a large kitchen table or puzzle mat and allows the characteristic details to really come into their own.
Always check the box for the exact dimensions of your puzzle.
How many side pieces does a 1500 piece puzzle have?
Create a puzzle of 1500 pieces has a total of 156 lace pieces.
Want to know exactly how that number is calculated? Then read the explanation on
Number of side pieces puzzles of 1500 pieces.