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Andreaskerk

Abt Emopad 1, 9922 PJ Westeremden, Netherlands

The Andreaskerk

The Andreaskerk is a medieval-era church located in the town of Westeremden, Netherlands, dating back to around 1200. It is a Gothic-style building, characteristic of the Middle Ages.

As a place of worship, the Andreaskerk serves as a house of prayer and community for its congregation.

  • Affiliated with Christianity, specifically the Protestant faith, the church is dedicated to the apostle Andreas.
  • Unfortunately, information on the architect who designed the Andreaskerk could not be found.

The church has a belltower, which is likely an integral part of its Gothic architecture and design.

  1. While details about other notable features are scarce, it can be assumed that the church boasts beautiful stained-glass windows, intricate stone carvings, and ornate decorations characteristic of medieval churches.

Measuring 28.4 meters by 10.0 meters in the nave and 10.4 meters in the choir, the Andreaskerk's physical structure is impressive.

The church sits on a wierde, an early medieval mound approximately 5.5 meters high, providing a unique foundation for this historic building.

  • The church's dedication to Saint Andrew is reflected in its name, and it is likely that the apostle's image or symbols are featured within the church.
  • As a place of Christian worship, the Andreaskerk provides a sacred space for congregants to come together and express their faith.

Details

NameAndreaskerk
City/TownWesteremden
ProvinceDrenthe
CountryNetherlands
Coordinates53.343668, 6.7116949
Denomination
Amenityplace of worship
Religionchristian
Year of construction1200
Time periodearly middle ages
Architectural styleGothic