St. Peter's Church

Sittard, Netherlands

At an impressive 80m, Saint Peter's spire is the tallest church tower in the south of Limburg and it's also called the Grote Kerk, or Big Church, by locals. This Gothic cruciform house of worship was built in 1292 and boasts a prominent peak and layered walls made of brick and marlstone. Despite some adversity in its past, including a fire set by French troops in 1677 and a lightning strike in 1857, the church is still the pride and joy of the city. Other striking elements are its 1425 choir stalls decorated with fantastic creatures and more contemporary designs including the space dog Laika and a girl with a hoop. The statue of Saint Peter, situated 8m above the ground and the 50 church bells are also impressive.

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Address

Kerkplein 3, Sittard, Netherlands

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Details

Founded: 1292
Category: Religious sites in Netherlands

More Information

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Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Timotin Roxana-Delia (7 months ago)
St Rosa a beautiful Churchill!

Robert Bronswinkel (14 months ago)
The site states that they are open from 8:00 am and that you have to be at the gate to enter. Walked 2 laps around the church but saw no fencing. Turns out you first have to go through a door and then see the fencing!

Rene Leurs (2 years ago)
It was very nice to be able to take beautiful pictures again ???

Marlies (2 years ago)
This beautiful church in the center of Sittard was part of the small art route that could be walked on 25, 26 and 27. The artwork that stood at the entrance was inspired by the cabinet of curiosities, the artist said. Visitors could leave something in the artwork.

Robert Poque (2 years ago)
Looks very nice. Is very nice walking and shopping in this area

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