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Sint-Micha��lkerk

Meester Ruttenstraat 7, 5861 BJ Wanssum, Netherlands

The Sint-Micha��lkerk (St. Michael's Church)

The church you are referring to is located in Wanssum, a town in the province of Limburg, Netherlands.

  • History: The current church was built in 1884-1886 by architect Pierre Cuypers, replacing an earlier Gothic-style church that dated back to the 13th century.

The church is a mix of Gothic Revival and Neo-Renaissance styles, with a striking tower that rises to 70 meters (230 feet).

  1. Interior Features: The interior features a large nave with wooden pews, an ornate altar, and stunning stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Bible.
  2. Pipe Organ: The church is home to a beautiful pipe organ built by French organ builder Aristide Cavaillé-Coll in 1886.

The church is the parish church of Wanssum, located at Pastoorstraat 6.

Details

NameSint-Micha��lkerk
City/TownWanssum
ProvinceLimburg
CountryNetherlands
Coordinates51.5365695, 6.0760362
Denominationroman catholic
Amenityplace of worship
Religionchristian
Year of construction1400
Time periodearly middle ages
Architectural styleGothic RevivalNeo-Renaissance
ArchitectPierre Cuypers
PatronSt. Michael