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Onze-Lieve-Vrouw met kind

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Onze-Lieve-Vrouw met kind

The Onze-Lieve-Vrouw met kind is a chapel located in Herent, Belgium.

History

  • The exact construction year is not specified, but it is believed to date from the 18th century.

Architecture

The chapel's architectural style is Baroque. The building features a distinctive design with a central nave and two side chapels.

  • Notable features include the ornate interior decorations and the large stained-glass windows.

Denomination and Religious Significance

The Onze-Lieve-Vrouw met kind is a Catholic chapel, serving as a place of worship for the local community.

Architect and Notable Features

  • The notable features include the chapel's central altar, the baptismal font, and the statue of the Virgin Mary with the Christ child.

Unfortunately, no information is available on the architect who designed the chapel.

Organ and Bells Information

The chapel contains a pipe organ, but no further details are available.

Heritage Status

The Onze-Lieve-Vrouw met kind is listed as a protected monument in Belgium.

Visiting Info

  • Opening Hours: The chapel is open to visitors during regular church hours.
  • Accessibility: The chapel is wheelchair accessible and has a flat entrance. Visitors can park nearby on the street or in designated parking areas.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel contains several notable artworks, including a 17th-century painting of the Virgin Mary with the Christ child, which is believed to be one of the oldest works in the chapel.

Details

NameOnze-Lieve-Vrouw met kind
CityHerent
CountryBelgium
Coordinates50.92508, 4.6871037
Current useplace of worship
Accessibletrue