Dorpskerk, Protestant church building in Castricum, Netherlands
The Dorpskerk is a church building with stone walls made of tuff and filled with rubble materials, measuring approximately 90 centimeters thick. The structure features rounded arch windows and a distinctive bell tower that defines the village skyline.
The original structure dates back to the 11th century, with substantial medieval parts remaining intact from that era. The north and south walls with their rounded arch windows are witnesses to centuries of continuous use.
This church serves as a central gathering place for the local community and hosts concerts and events throughout the year. Visitors can experience how a Protestant place of worship integrates into daily village life.
The building is located in the center of Castricum and opens on Thursday mornings for quiet reflection. Those interested in learning more about the congregation or the building's history can arrange conversations with the pastor.
A cannonball from the Battle of Castricum in 1799 is embedded in the tower wall and visible to visitors. This mark remains a tangible connection to a military confrontation that affected the village.
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