Saint Nicholas Church

Saint Nicholas Church is a stone tower with large bells that rise above Denekamp. The structure houses three bells mounted on straight axes that can be operated manually.

The church was first mentioned in 1276, but the current tower was built in the late 15th century. The three bells inside date from 1436, 1518, and 1530 and remain functional today.

The bells mark important moments in community life and are still rung by hand for special occasions. This practice connects residents across generations in the town below.

The tower is publicly accessible as a protected monument, and visitors can observe the structure and bell mechanism from outside. It is best to explore the area during daylight to see all the details of the stonework and bell openings clearly.

The tower contains stained glass windows created by four generations of the Nicolas family, with their most recent work being a modern abstract piece from 2004. This artistic continuity shows how the structure has been shaped by local craftspeople across centuries.

Location: Dinkelland

Architects: Wolter te Riele

Part of: St. Nikolaus-Kirche

Address: Kerkplein 1

GPS coordinates: 52.37480,7.00545

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:44