Oldehove, Gothic church tower in medieval Leeuwarden, Netherlands.
The Oldehove reaches 40 meters in height and exhibits a noticeable tilt, with its top section displaced 2 meters from the center point.
Construction of the tower started in 1529 under Jacob van Aken's supervision, but structural issues caused the project to halt permanently in 1533.
The tower stands as part of the Sint-Vituskerk complex and carries the status of Rijksmonument, marking its role in Dutch architectural heritage.
Visitors can climb 183 steps to reach the observation level between April and October, with daily access from 1:00 PM until 4:30 PM.
Two bells from the 1630s remain in the tower, cast by Hans Falck and Jacob Noteman, weighing a combined total of 2,100 kilograms.
Location: Leeuwarden
Inception: 1533
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Height: 40 m
Made from material: brick
Part of: Sint-Vituskerk
Address: Oldehoofsterkerkhof 8911DM 8911DM
GPS coordinates: 53.20300,5.79080
Latest update: May 11, 2025 18:36
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