Elimkerk
Margriete van Comenestraat 8, 2982 PH Ridderkerk, Netherlands
The Elimkerk Church
The Elimkerk church is located at Margriete van Comenestraat 8, 2982 PH Ridderkerk, Netherlands. The church was built in the 15th century as a Catholic church and was named after Saint Elmo (also known as Saint Erasmus), who is said to have saved many sailors from a storm by appearing on their ship.
Over the centuries, the church has undergone several renovations and restorations.
- Gothic-Renaissance architectural style, which was popular in the Netherlands during the 15th and 16th centuries.
- A rectangular shape with a tower at the front, known as the "toren".
- High ceilings, large windows, and an ornate stone altar.
The Elimkerk church is one of the oldest churches in Ridderkerk. The church's tower dates back to 1450 and is considered a notable example of Gothic architecture in the Netherlands.
- Paintings by local artists from the 17th century.
The church has undergone several renovations over the centuries, including a major restoration project in the mid-20th century.
Details
Name | Elimkerk |
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City/Town | Ridderkerk |
Province | South Holland |
Country | Netherlands |
Coordinates | 51.8760434, 4.5961779 |
Denomination | protestant |
Amenity | place of worship |
Religion | christian |
Year of construction | 1400 |
Time period | Early Middle Ages |
Architectural style | Gothic-Renaissance |
Patron | Saint Elmo, Saint Erasmus |