Sint-Stephanuskerk, church building in Nijmegen, Netherlands
Sint-Stephanuskerk is a church building in Nijmegen built in neo-Byzantine style and opened in 1923, situated on elevated ground. The structure features two front towers, a prominent dome, and large windows that fill the interior with natural light.
Designed by architect Pierre Cuypers jr., construction began in 1922 and the church opened in 1923. After a parish merger in 2007, the building stopped hosting religious services and was later converted into office space.
The church is named after Saint Stephen, the patron saint of Nijmegen, honored by a bronze statue in front since 1951. For generations, this place served as a gathering point for the community to celebrate together and mark important moments in their lives.
The building is located on Berg en Dalseweg and is accessible on foot or by bike, situated in an urban area near other historic structures. Note that this is now an office building, so entry is limited and best viewed from the exterior and surrounding area.
After closure in 2007, the building became a repository for artworks including painted windows and mosaics, many now protected in museums and other locations. The original windows by artist Joep Nicolas were destroyed by a bomb strike but were later replaced with new pieces by Joan Collette.
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