Protestantse Kerk
Raadhuisstraat 28, 6191 KB Beek, Netherlands
The Protestantse Kerk
The Protestantse Kerk is a church located in Beek, Netherlands. The exact date of construction is unknown, but it's believed to have been built in the 19th century. The church has undergone several renovations and expansions over the years.
- Gothic Revival-style architecture: The Protestantse Kerk features a rectangular shape and a tall spire with a simple, yet elegant fa��ade, pointed arches, and steeply pitched roofs.
- Interior design: The interior is characterized by high ceilings, ornate wooden pews, and beautiful stained-glass windows. The altar area is decorated with intricate carvings and ornate furnishings.
The Protestantse Kerk is an active place of worship, with regular services held on Sundays and other days of the week. It also hosts community events and cultural performances throughout the year.
- Location: The church stands at Raadhuisstraat 28, 6191 KB Beek, Netherlands. A graveyard lies to its left, and a small park to its right.
- History: The church was previously known as Hervormde Kerk and is a Waterstaatskerk (Leopoldskerkje) resembling four other Belgian Protestant Waterstaatskerken in Gulpen, Heerlen, and Meerssen. The Sint-Martinuskerk stands approximately 150 meters to the southeast.
The church is a national monument.
Details
Name | Protestantse Kerk |
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City/Town | Beek |
Province | Gelderland |
Country | Netherlands |
Coordinates | 50.9391981, 5.7953456 |
Denomination | protestant |
Amenity | place of worship |
Religion | christian |
Year of construction | 1800 |
Time period | Renaissance |
Architectural style | Gothic Revival |