Westerkerk

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8 / 10

7 expert reviews

“The Renaissance-style Westerkerk holds the remains of Rembrandt, his mistress Hendrickje Stoffels, and probably his son Titus, all in unmarked graves.”

– Frommer's

Fodor's Fodor's
"The Dutch Renaissance–style Westerkerk was the largest Protestant church in the world until St. Paul's Cathedral in London was built in 1675." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"If you'd want a really special wedding..."
Let's Go Let's Go
"This church was completed in 1631, a gift to the city from Maximilian of Austria (whose crown can be seen on the tower) as thanks for the city’s support of the Austro-Burgundian princes." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Rembrandt is buried here. The bell-tower is 85 m tall and has a peal of 50 bells ... the lofty interior is worth a visit." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Just round the corner from the Anne Frank Huis, the Protestant Westerkerk is yet another ecclesiastical masterpiece by the Dutch celebrity architect of the 17th century, Hendrick de..." Full review