Bakenesserkerk, Medieval church in central Haarlem, Netherlands.
The Bakenesserkerk features a white sandstone tower that rises prominently above the surrounding buildings between Bakenessergracht and Vrouwestraat streets.
Originally established in 1250 as Onze Lieve Vrouwekapel by William II of Holland, the church received its characteristic tower addition in 1520.
During the Siege of Haarlem, the church served as a holding area for 1,500 soldiers before their execution by Spanish forces.
The building now functions as the home of the Archaeological Museum Haarlem, offering exhibition spaces that display local archaeological discoveries.
An inscription from 1620 above the north doorway contains Latin text contemplating the renovation of religious buildings.
Location: Haarlem
Address: Vrouwestraat 10 2011JV 2011JV
GPS coordinates: 52.38139,4.64194
Latest update: March 10, 2025 23:14
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