Stefanuskerk

Stefanuskerk is a Gothic church located in Westerbork, Netherlands.

The church was built on the site of an earlier chapel dating back to the 12th century, which was named Capella de Burch in 1206 and later became an independent parish church.

The current church was built at the beginning of the 15th century as a successor to its wooden predecessor. The tower is older, with the lower part dating back to the 13th century, while the upper part was built in 1778. The church was consecrated to the martyr Saint Stephen, just like the mother church in Beilen.

The church has undergone several renovations throughout history. During the Protestant Reformation, it became a Lutheran church and lost its original name. However, since 2007, the church officially bears the name Stefanuskerk once again.

• Evening tablecloth: created in the 17th century;
• Pulpit: built in 1778;
• Organ: built in 1726 by Christian M�����ller and Johann Michael Schwartsburg for the Sint-Martinuskerk of Beetgum.

The organ was relocated to Westerbork in 1862 when Petrus van Oeckelen built a new organ for that church.

1. Stefanuskerk is home to various paintings by Reinhart Dozy, who lived in the nearby village of Elp from 1939 until his death in 1947. He painted the procession of women in Drentse clothing.
2. The church features beautiful architecture and stunning stained-glass windows created by local artists, depicting scenes from the Bible.
3. Today, Stefanuskerk is an important cultural landmark and a popular destination for tourists visiting Westerbork. The church hosts various community events and services throughout the year.