Bullekerk, Zaandam, Church building and cultural center in Zaandam, Netherlands
The Westzijderkerk, commonly known as Bullekerk, stands at Westzijde 75 in Zaandam, featuring traditional Dutch Protestant architectural elements and multiple gathering spaces.
Originally constructed in 1640 for Protestant worship services, the Bullekerk received official recognition as a Rijksmonument national heritage site in May 1969.
The building operates as both a church and cultural center, hosting regular musical performances, including Bach cantatas every Saturday at 5 PM.
Stadsherstel Amsterdam maintains this dual-purpose venue at coordinates 52.444556, 4.818833, making it accessible for religious services and community events.
The name Bullekerk originated from an incident during a livestock market when a bull confronted a pregnant woman in the churchyard.
Location: Zaanstad
Inception: 1640
Address: Westzijde 75, 1506ED Zaandam 1506ED 1506ED
GPS coordinates: 52.44456,4.81883
Latest update: March 3, 2025 19:48
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