Augustinusga Church

Augustinusga, Netherlands

The Protestant church of Augustinusga or Saint Augustine’s church was built in the 15th century. The tower is older, dating from the 13th century, was built out of brick. The building was once a Roman Catholic church dedicated to Saint Augustine, becoming a Protestant church after the Protestant Reformation.

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Founded: 15th century
Category: Religious sites in Netherlands

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Freddy Ter schuur (4 months ago)
Nice tombstones
attie van slooten (8 months ago)
Small group of people on Sundays But being attractive together Something trusting It used to be a monastery Beautiful old Cherish it ?
Rineke Lensink (2 years ago)
Small warm community
Bouwe Veenstra (2 years ago)
Really worth it to see the church (formerly the beer brewery of the monastery). It is open during the week by appointment.
Henny Lensink (4 years ago)
Beautiful museum church
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