Sint-Annakerk, Neo-Gothic basilica in Breda, Netherlands.
Sint-Annakerk is a neo-Gothic basilica in Breda with a cruciform layout, three nave sections, and a choir ending in a seven-sided apse. The structure combines red brick with natural stone blocks and displays a complex roof system with varying heights over the transept and side aisles.
The church was completed in 1905 based on designs by architects Joseph Cuypers and Jan Stuyt, who established its neo-Gothic form using brick construction. It arose during a period of significant urban growth and reflects building styles that were popular in the early twentieth century.
The church is named after Saint Anna and reveals its meaning through vivid red brick walls and colored glass windows by artist Frits Geuer. These elements show the artistic care that believers and craftspeople put into creating a space for worship.
The building is located at Haagweg 1 and now serves as office space while preserving its original architectural features. Visitors should check in advance whether tours are available, as the interior functions as a workplace.
The bell tower holds seven historical bells, including six modern ones from Petit en Fritsen made in the 1930s and an exceptional old bell from 1628. This blend of old and new allows visitors to hear different periods of church history.
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