St. Nicholas' Church, Utrecht, Netherlands

The St Nicholas' Church is a medieval parish church from the 12th century that was reconstructed in the 15th century into a gothic church. An unusual feature is the 14th century cupola painting in the crossing with its ornamental and geometric shapes.

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Marc (13 months ago)
Special experience, nice to have experienced it. Beautiful location, intimate atmosphere and beautiful music. Recommended!

Annie The_voyage (3 years ago)
Beautiful church, well worth a look inside

Dr Win Sutanto (3 years ago)
A beautiful Dutch Reform Church in Utrecht

Sandra Rovner (6 years ago)
Sober but nice church

Hans Brouwer (6 years ago)
Fijne mooie kerk. Verschillende orgels...warmte in kerkdienst en ander activiteiten..aanrader om eens te bezoeken

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