Sint-Pieterskerk, church in Pellenberg (Lubbeek), Belgium
Sint-Pieterskerk is a church built in classicism style in Lubbeek, standing on a small hill with light-colored stone walls, thick foundations, and a tall square tower at the west end. Inside, it has a simple layout with three main sections, a Gothic-style choir, a wooden altar dedicated to Saint Peter, and side altars with historic artwork and painted furnishings.
Sint-Pieterskerk was built around the 15th century with a tower that may have Romanesque roots, showing a mix of Gothic and Romanesque styles. In 1583, the church was badly damaged by fire during a conflict, but it was repaired and rebuilt in the early 1600s and returned to use by 1602.
The church is dedicated to Saint Peter, reflecting the Catholic faith that shaped Lubbeek's community for centuries. People still gather here on Sundays and for special occasions like baptisms and weddings, maintaining traditions that have connected generations to this building.
The church is located centrally at Sint-Pietersplein in Lubbeek and is easy to reach on foot or by car. It is typically open during Sunday services and special occasions, and the building is well-maintained, allowing visitors to explore the site's long history in peaceful surroundings.
The church was first mentioned in written records in 1129 and holds archives with documents going back to the 1500s that tell the story of the village and its people. Recently, many of these historical records were digitized and made available online, allowing researchers and interested visitors to explore the area's past more easily.
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