Kapel van het Allerheiligste Sacrament, Gothic Revival chapel in Antwerp, Belgium.
Description
Kapel van het Allerheiligste Sacrament is a Gothic Revival chapel in Antwerp with a single-nave cruciform layout divided into four sections, marked by ribbed vaults and pointed windows characteristic of the style. The rectangular transept features a star vault above the choir, while polychromed decorative elements and a Sacred Heart statue by sculptor P. De Roeck enhance the interior.
History
Designed by Ernest Stordiau between 1890 and 1892, the chapel initially functioned as a convent for the Sisters of Perpetual Adoration. It received protected monument status in 1995, recognizing its architectural and historical significance.
Culture
The chapel serves a community dedicated to traditional forms of worship and maintains an active spiritual role in the neighborhood. Visitors sense a focused devotional atmosphere shaped by the careful artistry throughout the interior.
Practical
The chapel is located on Hemelstraat in central Antwerp and is easily accessible on foot from main streets and public transport stops. Visitors should note that regular services are held, so opening hours may vary and it is best to check ahead before visiting.
Did you know?
The interior impresses with its polychromed decorative elements, adding layers of color that visitors often overlook in chapels of this period. These vibrant painted details throughout the space create a richness of visual effect that goes beyond the structural design alone.
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