Sint-Vincentiuskerk, Neo-Gothic Catholic church in Eeklo, Belgium.
Sint-Vincentiuskerk is a Neo-Gothic church in Eeklo built in the late 1800s with a Latin cross floor plan, three naves, and a prominent tower. The building has a transept and an open interior space that feels spacious and tall.
The current building was completed in 1883 and replaced earlier churches that had been damaged by lightning, warfare, and decay over centuries. The new construction arose from the need to protect the parish from losing its place of worship.
The interior contains paintings from the early 1900s that show scenes from biblical stories. These artworks shape how the church looks and feels when you walk through it.
The church is typically open during daylight hours on weekdays, though hours may vary depending on services and special events. The location in central Eeklo makes it easy to visit on foot.
Excavations in 2005 found ancient foundations beneath the church floor, now visible through a specially designed opening in the stone. These remains show that a sacred place has stood on this spot for many centuries.
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