Heilige Mariakerk
Deurningerstraat 212, 7522 CL Enschede, Netherlands
The Heilige Mariakerk
The Heilige Mariakerk (Holy Mary Church) is a beautiful Catholic church located in Enschede, Netherlands.
The church was built in the 20th century to serve the growing Catholic community in Enschede. The construction of the church began in 1932 and was completed in 1935.
The church was designed by architect Willem Molenhuis and features a unique blend of Gothic and Art Deco styles.
The Heilige Mariakerk is an important landmark in Enschede and serves as a symbol of faith for the city's Catholic community. The church is also known for its stunning stained-glass windows, which depict scenes from the Bible and were designed by artist Willem Hussem.
The church's architecture is characterized by:
- Gothic arches
- Art Deco ornamentation
Details
| Name | Heilige Mariakerk |
|---|---|
| City/Town | Enschede |
| Province | Overijssel |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Coordinates | 52.232199, 6.888416 |
| Denomination | |
| Amenity | place of worship |
| Religion | christian |
| Year of construction | 1935 |
| Time period | 20th century |
| Architectural style | GothicArt Deco |
| Architect | Willem Molenhuis |
| Patron | Mary |