Nicolaïkerk

Appingedam, Netherlands

The Nicolaïkerk is a Romano-Gothic hall church built in 1225. It was enlarged several times during the following centuries. The current bell tower dates from 1835. The church has a rare organs built in 1744 by Albertus Antoni Hinsz. There are also medieval frescoes in the walls, which were revealed in the 1950s.

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Wijkstraat 36, Appingedam, Netherlands
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Founded: 1225
Category: Religious sites in Netherlands

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4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Theo Stolker (6 months ago)
A very beautiful church. If you have a chance, you should pay a visit!
Yolanda van Nieuwkoop (6 months ago)
Mooi, loop er even binnen
Henk Tuil (8 months ago)
Mooi stukje geschiedenis van Appingedam !
Wilhelm Timmer (8 months ago)
Leuk oud kerkje
Harry Serfhos (8 months ago)
Mooie nostalgische kerk die bewaard is gebleven en nog gebruikt wordt voor veel doeleinden.
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