Antonius van Paduakerk
Spoorstraat 4, 7572 CZ Oldenzaal, Netherlands
The Antonius van Paduakerk (St. Anthony of Padua Church)
The Antonius van Paduakerk is a Catholic church located at Spoorstraat 4, 7572 CZ Oldenzaal, Netherlands. The full name of the church is Antonius van Paduakerk (St. Anthony of Padua Church). The church is situated in the city center of Oldenzaal, which has a population of around 13,000 people.
The current church building dates back to 1936, although there was an earlier church on this site that was destroyed during World War II. The Antonius van Paduakerk has a modernist architectural style, with a simple and functional design. Mass is celebrated daily, with Sunday masses at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
- The church was designed by Oldenzaalse architect K.L. Croonen.
- It was consecrated on May 30, 1912, and falls under the Archdiocese of Utrecht.
- A holy image dedicated to St. Anthony of Padua is situated at the exterior wall between the entrance portals.
- The bell tower is octagonal in shape and, like the rest of the church, is covered with tiles.
The Antonius van Paduakerk is an important place of worship for Catholics in Oldenzaal and the surrounding region.
Details
Name | Antonius van Paduakerk |
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City/Town | Oldenzaal |
Province | Overijssel |
Country | Netherlands |
Coordinates | 52.3079043, 6.9278684 |
Denomination | catholic |
Amenity | place of worship |
Religion | christian |
Year of construction | 1936 |
Time period | mid-20th century |
Architectural style | modernist |
Patron | Anthony of Padua |