Martelaren-van-Gorcumkerk, Catholic church in Watergraafsmeer, Netherlands
Martelaren-van-Gorcumkerk is a Catholic church built from red brick in Watergraafsmeer, featuring large stained glass windows, high vaulted ceilings, and numerous sculptures. The interior elements were partly created by Benedictine monk Dom Van der Meij, who shaped many of the building's artistic details.
Architect Alexander Kropholler designed this church, which opened to the Catholic community in 1927 at Linnaeushof. The building was later designated as a Rijksmonument and protected as a national heritage site.
The parish serves as a gathering place for local communities and participates in a network of Catholic congregations across East Amsterdam. The spaces are regularly used by worshippers and visitors who come together for shared activities and gatherings.
The church welcomes visitors and offers services, events, and exhibitions beyond regular worship. It helps to check opening hours and current programs in advance or ask at the entrance for the latest information.
Beyond its role as a place of worship, this building serves as a concert venue and exhibition space with a public park. This multifunctional use makes it a living place that extends well beyond its religious purpose.
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