St Peter Canisius Church, Nijmegen

St Peter Canisius Church is a church building in central Nijmegen that combines neo-Gothic elements from its original construction with post-war traditional architecture and a modern portico at the Molenstraat entrance. The interior is marked by artworks, while practical spaces such as offices, a shop, and a reception area are housed on a concrete platform above the main entrance.

The site evolved from a 14th-century Augustinian monastery to the current structure, which was rebuilt after severe damage from the 1944 Nijmegen bombing. The reconstruction combined historical architectural language with modern materials, creating a bridge between the medieval past and contemporary times.

The interior displays artworks by local artists, including stained glass windows and a life-sized nativity scene created by Wim van Woerkom and his daughter Jehanne. These creations shape the character of the space and connect visitors to the city's artistic heritage.

The church is easily located from Molenstraat and has access areas with practical amenities such as a reception desk and shop on a concrete platform. Visitors should know that the building functions both as a place of worship and as a community space with office operations.

Inside is a memorial chapel displaying portraits of priests Titus Brandsma and Robert Regout, who died in Dachau. Beneath the altar rest the relics of Saint Petrus Canisius, giving the space a profound spiritual dimension.

Location: Nijmegen

Address: Molenstraat 37

GPS coordinates: 51.84472,5.86333

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:23