The Petruskerk

The Petruskerk is a church located in Spankeren, Netherlands, at Kerkweg 2, 6956 CG Spankeren, Netherlands.

The church was built in the 14th century and has been a prominent landmark in Spankeren for centuries. It is dedicated to Saint Peter, the patron saint of the Netherlands.

• A beautiful example of Gothic architecture, with a tall spire that rises above the surrounding buildings.
• The interior features stunning stained-glass windows and intricate stone carvings.

Visitors can explore the church's crypt, which contains several ancient tombs and artifacts from the Middle Ages.

1. The Petruskerk was heavily damaged during World War II, but it was restored to its former glory in the 1950s.
2. The church is home to a beautiful organ that dates back to the 17th century.
3. Visitors can climb the tower of the Petruskerk for panoramic views of Spankeren and the surrounding countryside.

The church is recognized as a rijksmonument, or national monument, and was inscribed in the monument register in 1970.

The current church was built at the beginning of the 19th century to replace the medieval church on that site. The original church was dedicated to Saint Peter.

• The old tower, dating from the 12th century, was spared and became part of the new church.
• The third level of the tower was added around mid-16th century and was given a tower spire.
• The lower two levels of the tower are the oldest part of the church, built in the 12th century using tufstone.

The Petruskerk is an important historical landmark and a popular tourist destination in the Netherlands.