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De Morgenster

Zuiderzeestraatweg 503, 8091 CN Wezep, Netherlands

De Morgenster Church

De Morgenster is a church located in Wezep, Netherlands. The church was built in the 14th century as a parish church for the village of Wezep.

Over the centuries, it has undergone several renovations and expansions, including a major restoration project in the late 19th century.

  • The church is a Gothic-style building with a rectangular shape and a tall tower.
  • The exterior walls are made of brick and stone, with a distinctive red sandstone fa����������ade.

The roof is covered with slate tiles, and the windows are adorned with ornate stone carvings.

Interior

  • The interior of the church features a spacious nave with a high ceiling, adorned with intricate wood carvings and stained glass windows.
  • The altar is located at the far end of the nave, surrounded by pews and a choir loft.

The church also contains several chapels and shrines, including a chapel dedicated to St. Nicholas.

Unique Features

  • The church's tower features an ornate clock face and a statue of St. Peter.
  • The church also contains several notable artworks, including a 17th-century organ and a 19th-century stained glass window depicting the Last Supper.

The church is open to visitors Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, and on Sundays from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Guided tours are available by appointment only.

Details

NameDe Morgenster
City/TownWezep
ProvinceGelderland
CountryNetherlands
Coordinates52.4633463, 5.9950886
Denominationreformed
Amenityplace of worship
Religionchristian
OperatorNederlandse Gereformeerde Kerken (NGK)
Year of construction1400
Time periodEarly Middle Ages
Architectural styleGothic
PatronSt. Nicholas, St. Peter
Websitehttps://ngk-wezep.nl/