Opstandingskerk

The Opstandingskerk is a modern church building made of red brick with a 48 meter bell tower and long windows set in recessed walls. The interior is bright and open with space for about 450 people, with natural light entering through narrow vertical windows.

The church was built in 1956 during post-war reconstruction and represents the shift from traditional architecture to modern design. This period saw new thinking about how religious spaces could be designed with contemporary ideas.

The church was designed as a community gathering place, showing how religious buildings after the war took on new social roles beyond worship. The basement served as a meeting point where locals could gather for neighborhood activities and local events.

The church is located at Bos en Lommerplein 327 and is easy to spot from the street due to its distinctive tower. The area is well-served by public transport and has parking options nearby, along with cafes and shops in the surrounding neighborhood.

The distinctive bell tower resembles a coal scuttle in shape, earning it the local nickname 'Kolenkit' among residents. This local name was later adopted as the name for the entire neighborhood.

Location: Amsterdam

Inception: 1950s

Architects: Marius Duintjer

Architectural style: modern architecture, reconstruction-period architecture

Part of: Opstandingskerk (Kolenkit), Top 100 of Dutch monuments 1940-1958

Address: Bos en Lommerplein 327

GPS coordinates: 52.37765,4.84294

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:07