Wow, what a great experience! Already know the church, from concerts en exhibitions. But this very special occasion will not be fast forgotten. After an enthousiast story by a volunteer, we got helmets and climbed the very small stairs to the first level and than even higher... we ended near the clocktower. Which we couldnt climb because of the bat colony sleeping in wintertime... But wow! interesting and impressive.See more..
I had three almhouses on my list ,I discovered the Holy Spirit hospice on Polsterstraat ,not very far from the centre ,In fact I was looking for Paperstraat ,but I lost my way . The hospice was founded in the 13 th century by the Orde van de Helige Geest ,order of the Holy Spirit,their symbol is the double St Andrew's cross ,it can be seen in several places.The hospice took care of sick old people ,poor and elderly .There is an old church there ,but it was closed .The big complex is built around three courtyards where I met old people sitting in front of their door ,enjoying the sun ,they were very kind and I asked permission to take photos.Visit this unique guest house ,it is another mirror of the historic past ...See more..
4.0Sint Martinusparochie(8 reviews) - Lovely church in the centre Spent 1-2 hours Churches & Cathedrals
As you stroll about the centre of Groningen don't forget to pop into this church, the oldest one in the town. Others have written eloquently about the interior, although I don't see anyone mentioning the organ, which is what I really went for. The oldest pipes date from early 15th century, but the instrument is mainly built by Arp Schnitger, the great baroque organ builder of North Germany. Unfortunately it was not being played at the time. I'll have come back another time. Meanwhile I bought a CD.See more..
Reformed Church built in 1927, which is stituated in downtown of Appingedam,and Egbert Reitsma was the architectSee more..
4.5Kerk Holwierde(4 reviews) - church in the "Delfzijl pocket" Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals
this church was in the midst of the last battle to liberate the Netherlands. Many Canadian soldiers lost their life, they are remembered in the church. the church is one of the oldest in this area and dates back to the 11th century.See more..
4.5Kerk Klein Wetsinge(4 reviews) - Cute Church Building Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals
We're not sure if this church is still used as a church ( services etc) as we read on the information board that you can have (arranged) diner in this church. We happened to see the church when we visited the white windmill that's located not far from this church. It's absolutly a cute church building.See more..
4.5Jacobuskerk Zeerijp(4 reviews) - Beautiful Red Brick Church Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals
The Jacobuskerk from the 14th century is a medieval cross church with a separate bell tower ( it's from 16th century). The Arabesques patern around the north entrance of the church is nice to see. The red brick architecture is quite unique. It's just beautiful.See more..
Wow!, that was my first reaction when I saw the interior of this church. The colour of the wall gives so much light. The ceiling is beautifully painted. There're some wall painting of Adam & Eve, Jesus and more. I love the ceiling. Never expected finding such beautiful church interior in this area.See more..
4.0Toren Kerk Uitwierde(4 reviews) - A Church With the Oldest Monument in Delfzijl Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
The church of Uitwierde is a Dutch Reformed church in neoclassical style from 1839 with a separate church tower from the 13th century. There are two old gravestones on the wall, at both side of the church entrance. It's so special because these two are the oldest monument of Delfzijl. From the information board, the church tower seems to have spectacular staircase. Unfortunately the tower was closed.See more..
The church of Garmerwolde since 2020 became a "Schoolkerk" (school church). During the week is for educational activities and in the weekend is open for public especially the exposition in the church tower. It's located in a green area.See more..
5.0Petrus en Pauluskerk(2 reviews) - Big Church with aBig and Beautiful Organ Spent 1-2 hours Churches & Cathedrals
It was an open day and the organist was busy playing music so we could enjoy the beauty of the organ. The church is so big and there are some altars so you don't know which one they usually use for the service. Well, all of all , it's a beautiful church with a big beautiful organSee more..
3.5Kerk van Zandeweer(2 reviews) - 13th Century Church- 15th Century Church Tower Spent 1-2 hours Churches & Cathedrals
From the entrance, you only see the detached tower and after passing this tower you will see that it's a quite big church. The church was built in the 13th century and has a late Romanesque style but then the gothic style was added as you can see by the windows. The church tower self was built in the 15th century. It was not open due to the covid so we walked around in the graveyard.See more..
4.5Kerk(2 reviews) - Lovely old church Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals
Built in 1605 the Dutch reformed church in Grijpskerk is of simple design fitting the peaceful village surroundings. The green entourage adds to the fine impression. The rectory is in close vicinity and dates from the same period. There are three more churches in Grijpskerk. Quite many, as the village has a population of just under 3000. Cycled here from Groningen city which is just 20 km away.See more..
4.0Kloosterkerk Ten Boer(2 reviews) - 13th century Abbeychurch Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals
This 13th century church used to be an abbeychurch. The Benedictine abbey was abolished in 1485 and ever since the church served the local Christian community. The rectangular building in Romano-Gothic style underwent thorough restoration in 1565. The small tower (dakruiter) was added in 1810 as the earlier free standing tower had been demolished. Remarkable is that while new houses have been built in the direct vicinity of the church a respectful gate-like opening was reserved in order to ensure access to the medieval church.See more..
4.5Andreaskerk(2 reviews) - A Church with Special Choir Spent 1-2 hours Churches & Cathedrals
Andreaskerk was built in the 13th century. From outside, the church looks very simple but when you get inside and see the interior, it has very special interior. The floor of the church is originally mainly covered with green glazed floor tiles. At the choir there is a supper table with an old bible on it, some tombstones (oldest from 1713) and the remains of a sacrament house. There is also a gentlemen's couch at the opposite of the pulpit. The atmosphere is very serene. Do visit this church when you're in the neighbourhoodSee more..
3.5Mariakerk(2 reviews) - 13th Century Church Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals
Mariakerk (Maria church) of Oosterwijtwerd is one of the oldest brick churches in the province of Groningen. It looks like a small church but when you walk in the graveyard and around the church, it is quite a big church for this small village. It was not open at the time we're there.See more..
4.0De Kerk Van Eenrum(2 reviews) - The Late Romanesque Church From the 13th Century Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
Deze romanogotische kerk werd gebouwd rond 1200 en was gewijd aan Laurentius, een martelaar uit de derde eeuw. De kerk is onderdeel van het beschermde dorpsgezicht van EenrumSee more..
5.0Bartholomeuskerk(1 review) - Robust Romano-Gothic church Spent 1-2 hours Churches & Cathedrals On an elevation with a ditch around it, in the middle of the village of Stedum, this is an imposing building with tower. Built in the 1200s financed by the Groninger upper class. One of its members Adriaan Clant has a stunning Baroque style tomb inside the church. Note the beautifully carved putti (chubby child)!See more..
De kerk in Garnwerd is eigendom van de Stichting Oude Groninger Kerken en is prachtig gerestaureerd en goed onderhouden. Gelukkig kun je deze ook van binnen bekijken door de inzet van vrijwilligers. Hulde! De moeite waard om te gaan bekijken.See more..
13th Century church with detached tower standing solidly on an elevation in flat surroundings. The church is of a simple Roman style design. It is basically one hall. The tower is nearby and linked to a small house, where the sexton used to live and at some point served as a school. The elevation or 'wierd' is man made and used to protect the locals against floods. Just imagine for more than 700 years these buildings on the wierd have been there, testament of a proud past during which the people of Groningen struggled to survive the high waters of a menacing sea. Cycled to Ezinge from Groningen railway station, just 17 km away.See more..
4.0Magnuskerk Bellingwolde(1 review) - 16e eeuwse kerk met losse toren Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals
Indrukwekkende kerk met losse toren, die op een kunstmatige verhoging (wierd, of terp) lijkt te staan. Op deze plek stond een 14e eeuwse kerk, die begin 16e eeuw in slechte staat was en werd afgebroken. Rond 1527 verrees de huidige kerk, in gotische bouwstijl. De oorspronkelijk katholieke kerk werd gewijd aan de Heilige Magnus, in de 3e eeuw bisschop van het Italiaanse Trani. In 1593, tijdens de Reformatie, ging de kerk over in protestantse handen. De vrijstaande kerktoren, die opvallend ver van de kerk staat, is van jongere datum. De onderbouw is vroeg 18e eeuw, pas begin 20e eeuw werd de toren opgehoogd. Begin 20e eeuw werd de kerk gerestaureerd. De kerk was oorspronkelijk wit gepleisterd. Deze laag werd verwijderd. Het exterieur van het schip laat een aantal vreemde rode vlakken zien, die duidelijk afsteken bij de baksteen. Wat die vlakken zijn, is onduidelijk, ze zijn pas zichtbaar geworden na het verwijderen van de pleisterlaag. Merkwaardig is dat het versmalde koor van veel jongere datum lijkt dan het schip. Het schijnt echter even oud te zijn, 16e eeuw. Rond het kerkje een begraafplaats met graven tot in de 18e eeuw. Kerk helaas gesloten. Ga zeker nog eens het interieur bekijken, want de 17e eeuwse preekstoel en het 19e eeuwse orgel schijnen bijzonder te zijn. Mooie kerk!See more..
4.0Hervormde Kerk Den Ham(1 review) - Impressive Gothic style tower Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals Den Ham is a village with a population of just under 6000 people, but has an impressive church with tower. The church is from 1840. The Gothic style tower is much older, probably from the mid 1300s, restored in 1607. Note the plaquette with text: "Getrouw tot in den dood. 1940-1945 Voor hen die pal stonden." Loyal until death 1940 - 1945 For those who stood firm. Testament to the villagers who fought German occupation.See more..
