Wilhelminakerk
Paulus Potterstraat 2, 3583 SN Utrecht, Netherlands
The Wilhelminakerk
The Wilhelminakerk is a church located in Utrecht, Netherlands. The specific address of the church is Paulus Potterstraat 2, 3583 SN Utrecht, Netherlands.
The Wilhelminakerk was built in the late 19th century and was originally known as the Grote Kerk van de Evangelisch-Lutherse Gemeente (Great Church of the Evangelical Lutheran Congregation). The church was designed by architect Petrus Johannes Janssens and was completed in 1884. It was named after Queen Wilhelmina, who was the monarch of the Netherlands at the time.
The church is a beautiful example of Gothic Revival architecture and features a striking tower that dominates the surrounding landscape. The interior of the church is equally impressive, with a large nave, ornate stained-glass windows, and intricate carvings on the pews and walls.
The Wilhelminakerk was rebuilt around 1931 in the Schildersbuurt area, situated at the corner of Hobbemastraat and Paulus Potterstraat. The design is in the style of the Amsterdamse School, courtesy of architect H.F. Mertens. The building has been recognized as a municipal monument.
Today, the Wilhelminakerk is an important cultural and historical landmark in Utrecht, and it continues to serve as a place of worship for the local community.
- The church features a striking tower that dominates the surrounding landscape
- The interior of the church has a large nave, ornate stained-glass windows, and intricate carvings on the pews and walls
- The building was recognized as a municipal monument
Details
Name | Wilhelminakerk |
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City/Town | Utrecht |
Province | Utrecht |
Country | Netherlands |
Coordinates | 52.083701, 5.1429173 |
Denomination | protestant |
Amenity | place of worship |
Religion | christian |
Year of construction | 1884 |
Time period | late 19th century |
Architectural style | Gothic Revival |
Architect | Petrus Johannes Janssens |