Nieuwe Kerk, Gothic church at Groenmarkt, Middelburg, Netherlands
Description
Nieuwe Kerk is a Gothic church at Groenmarkt in Middelburg with two pointed gables separated by an octagonal stair tower positioned in the center of the western facade. The building displays tall pointed-arch windows and plain buttresses running along its exterior walls.
History
The original church was destroyed by fire in 1568 and subsequently rebuilt. During reconstruction, the tower was relocated to the center of the western facade, creating the distinctive design visible today.
Culture
The interior underwent a major redesign in the late 1990s and now features movable blue chairs instead of traditional fixed seating, creating a flexible worship space. This modern arrangement reflects how locals use the church today as both a spiritual center and a venue for concerts and community gatherings.
Practical
The church is located at Groenmarkt 12 and holds status as a protected monument, making it an officially recognized heritage site. Visiting hours vary depending on services and events, so checking ahead is helpful to ensure access during your planned visit.
Did you know?
Inside the church stands an organ built in 1693 that originally came from Amsterdam's Oude Lutherse Kerk. This remarkable instrument was fully restored in 2008 and continues to be played during concerts and special occasions.
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