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Het Octaaf

J.D. Pollstraat 1, 1623 LM Hoorn, Netherlands

Het Octaaf

A Protestant church located in Hoorn, North Holland, Netherlands.

The exact date of its founding is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the 17th century.

  • The church's architectural style is characteristic of Dutch Reformed churches from the 17th and 18th centuries.
  • It features a simple, yet elegant design with a rectangular shape and a gabled roof.

Het Octaaf is a small church with a seating capacity of approximately 200 people.

  1. The interior is characterized by a large, arched window above the altar, as well as several smaller windows on each side of the nave.
  2. The church also features a simple pulpit and pews.

The church's name "Het Octaaf" refers to its octagonal shape.

Het Octaaf is one of the oldest churches in Hoorn and has been in continuous use since its construction. The church has undergone several restorations and renovations over the centuries, including a major restoration in the late 19th century.

The church is located at J.D. Pollstraat 1, 1623 LM Hoorn, Netherlands.

Details

NameHet Octaaf
City/TownHoorn
ProvinceNorth Holland
CountryNetherlands
Coordinates52.6445579, 5.0661289
Denominationprotestant
Amenityplace of worship
Religionchristian
Year of construction1600
Time periodEarly Middle Ages
Architectural styleDutch Reformed
Websitehttps://www.pknhoornzwaagblokker.nl/