Experts' Choice Award Westerkerk
What the experts agree on
Amsterdam's iconic 1631 Dutch Renaissance church where Rembrandt was buried, famous for its soaring 85-meter bell tower with 50 carillon bells that chime every 15 minutes across the canal ring. The austere interior is offset by ornate organ
“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 "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 "If you'd want a really special wedding..."
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 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 "Every 15 minutes the carillon bells ring out across the city but the church itself is austere insideg...Baroque sculpture adorning the organ make up for the lack of ornamentation." Full review
