Basiliek O.L. Vrouw van het Heilig Hart

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy

Basiliek O.L. Vrouw van het Heilig Hart

Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Basiliek O.L. Vrouw van het Heilig Hart, Neo-Gothic Catholic basilica in Sittard, Netherlands.

The basilica features high crossing towers with gothic spires, galleries above side aisles, and a choir ambulatory with radial chapels throughout its structure.

Construction of the basilica began in 1875 with a marble cornerstone from the Catacomb of Saint Callixtus, gifted by Pope Pius IX to the project.

The interior displays polychrome brickwork and stained glass windows depicting biblical figures, including Aaron, David, Moses, Esther, and Judith in the transepts.

Located at Oude Markt 3 in central Sittard, between the Dominican and Ursuline monasteries, the basilica maintains regular religious services and welcomes visitors.

This church received its basilica status from Pope Leo XIII in 1883, making it the first building in the Netherlands to obtain this ecclesiastical designation.

Location: Sittard-Geleen

Inception: 1870s

Architects: Johannes Kayser

Address: Oude Markt 3 6131EN 6131EN

GPS coordinates: 50.99876,5.87059

Latest update: March 13, 2025 20:49

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Basiliek O.L. Vrouw van het Heilig Hart: Neo-Gothic Catholic basilica in Sittard, Netherlands » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes