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Michaelkerk

Kerklaan 31, 3731 EE De Bilt, Netherlands

The Michaelkerk

The Michaelkerk is a church located in De Bilt, Netherlands. It was built in the 15th century as a Catholic church and is one of the oldest churches in the Netherlands with a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. Over the centuries, the church has undergone several renovations and restorations.

The Michaelkerk is an example of Gothic architecture with Romanesque elements. The church's design features a long, narrow nave with a ribbed vault ceiling, as well as a polygonal apse. The exterior walls are made of local sandstone, while the roof is covered in slate tiles.

The Michaelkerk contains several notable features:

  • Impressive stone carvings
  • Stained-glass windows
  • A baptismal font from the 11th century
  • A wooden pulpit from the 17th century

The Michaelkerk is considered a national cultural heritage monument in the Netherlands and is protected by law. It has undergone extensive restoration work in recent years to preserve its architectural integrity and cultural significance.

Details

NameMichaelkerk
City/TownDe Bilt
ProvinceUtrecht
CountryNetherlands
Coordinates52.1034826, 5.1714579
Denominationcatholic
Amenityplace of worship
Religionchristian
Year of construction1400
Time periodMiddle Ages
Architectural styleGothic-Romanesque
PatronMichael
Websitehttps://www.katholiekekerkdebilt.nl/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=60&Itemid=75