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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

NameElimkerk
City/TownRidderkerk
ProvinceSouth Holland
CountryNetherlands
Coordinates51.8760434, 4.5961779
Denominationprotestant
Amenityplace of worship
Religionchristian
Year of construction1400
Time periodEarly Middle Ages
Architectural styleGothic-Renaissance
PatronSaint Elmo, Saint Erasmus