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Sint-Catharinakerk

Sint Apolloniastraat 2, 5809 AJ Leunen, Netherlands

Sint-Catharinakerk

The church is located in Leunen, Netherlands, and its full address is Sint Apolloniastraat 2, 5809 AJ Leunen, Netherlands. The church is situated in the town of Leunen, which is located in the province of Limburg, Netherlands.

The church is named after Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian saint and martyr. Its architecture is a mix of Gothic and Renaissance styles, with a tower that dates back to the 15th century.

The church has a rich history dating back to the 14th century, when it was first built as a small chapel. Over the centuries, the church underwent several renovations and expansions.

  • A beautiful Gothic-style nave with stone columns and ornate vaulting.
  • Several stained-glass windows.
  • A pipe organ.
  1. The church is still an active place of worship, with regular services held throughout the week.
  2. De Sint-Catharinakerk is the parochiekerk (parish church) of Leunen in the Nederlands Noord-Limburgse gemeente Venray.
  3. The church stands in the middle of the village at Kapelweg 1.

The church is dedicated to Catharina van Siena, a saint revered for her devotion and selflessness.

Details

NameSint-Catharinakerk
City/TownLeunen
ProvinceLimburg
CountryNetherlands
Coordinates51.50958, 5.9792182
Denominationroman catholic
Amenityplace of worship
Religionchristian
Year of construction1400
Time periodEarly Middle Ages
Architectural styleGothicRenaissance
PatronSaint Catherine of Alexandria