Grote Kerk, South Holland Province, The Netherlands

4.5 (425 reviews) Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #2 in Dordrecht Churches & Cathedrals

Once the center of Dutch religious life

After decades of construction work, the church took its present shape in 1470. The tower was never completed, because of insufficient foundation in the swampy soil of the island. Considering Dordrecht had just 8000 inhabitants early 1400s, the enormity of the structure is amazing. Within just a few decades Dordrecht had reached the status of wealthiest city in Holland and eventually took the lead in the revolt against Spanish rule. The interior is sober, as after the Reformation in 1572 when Protestants took over, sculpture work was removed and frescos covered. Recently partly undone (see photo). Entrance fee 4€ includes access to the tower.
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Lange Geldersekade 2, 3311 CJ Dordrecht The Netherlands

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+31 78 614 4660

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http://www.grotekerk-dordrecht.nl

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5Robert O 5:00 PM Nov 13, 2022
Once the center of Dutch religious life
After decades of construction work, the church took its present shape in 1470. The tower was never completed, because of insufficient foundation in the swampy soil of the island. Considering Dordrecht had just 8000 inhabitants early 1400s, the enormity of the structure is amazing. Within just a few decades Dordrecht had reached the status of wealthiest city in Holland and eventually took the lead in the revolt against Spanish rule. The interior is sober, as after the Reformation in 1572 when Protestants took over, sculpture work was removed and frescos covered. Recently partly undone (see photo). Entrance fee 4€ includes access to the tower.
5Peter_and_Esther 5:00 PM Jul 17, 2012
Great Church you should'nt miss!
Beautyful church with colourful windows and two impressive organs, the Kam-organ, romantic, and the Bach organ (2007). Guided tours also possible and recommended! This church has around 60.000 visitors a year, so be there!