Sint-Lievensmonstertoren, Gothic church tower in Zierikzee, Netherlands.
The Sint-Lievensmonstertoren stands 62 meters tall with a substantial base measuring 24.5 meters on each side, forming a square foundation.
Construction began in 1454 under architect Andries I Keldermans, but financial constraints halted the project in 1530 at only one-third of its intended height.
The term monster in the tower's name refers to a minster or church rather than a mythical creature, reflecting local religious terminology.
The tower contains 281 steps leading to an observation platform that provides views across Schouwen-Duiveland and the surrounding Zeeland province.
If completed according to original plans reaching 204 meters, this tower would have become the highest church structure in medieval Europe.
Location: Schouwen-Duiveland
Inception: 1454
Architects: Andries I Keldermans, Antoon I Keldermans, Rombout II Keldermans
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Address: Kerkplein 2 4301EE
GPS coordinates: 51.65028,3.91444
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:43
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