Munsterkerk

Roermond, Netherlands

Munsterkerk, built in the 13th century, is the most important example of Late Romanesque architecture in the Netherlands. It was built as part of Cistercian Munster Abbey, a nunnery founded around 1218 by count Gerard III van Gelre.

The oldest part of the church is a choir which was influenced by German cathedrals in Cologne, Speyer etc. The nave was probably built between 1220 and 1244. The church was restored by Pierre Cuypers in second half of the 19th century. The two towers erected during the restoration were damaged by earthquake in 1992.

References:

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Address

Munsterplein 12, Roermond, Netherlands

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Details

Founded: c. 1220
Category: Religious sites in Netherlands

More Information

en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Ang Wily (12 months ago)
Serene Catholic Church in the city centre offering a quiet refuge

Kirill Kulish (2 years ago)
Very beautiful church and its surroundings

Jurian (2 years ago)
A must visit if you travel to Roermond. A great place to take pictures.

Danandaka Mumpuni (4 years ago)
Beautiful medieval church. Perfect place to meditate to ease your mind.

Muhammad Talha (4 years ago)
opening timings are not in the morning so i couldn't get inside but from the outside it really look and feel so old but maintained

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