AMSTERDAM · NETHERLANDS
Oude Kerk, Amsterdam
Stop 09 of 18 on Travelhour's Amsterdam walking day
About Oude Kerk, Amsterdam
The Oude Kerk is a Reformed church in Amsterdam, Netherlands, being the oldest parish church in the city. The oldest structure in Amsterdam, the building was founded around 1213 and consecrated in 1306 as a Roman Catholic church by the bishop of Utrecht with Saint Nicolas as its patron saint. After the Reformation in 1578, it became a Reformed (Calvinist) church, which it remains today. It is located in De Wallen and since 2012, the church has also housed contemporary art exhibitions. The square surrounding the church is the Oudekerksplein.
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Oude Kerk, Amsterdam — questions travellers ask
- How much are Oude Kerk, Amsterdam tickets?
- Oude Kerk, Amsterdam ticket prices vary by season and age group; check the official site or use the booking partners linked on this page for current live pricing.
- What are Oude Kerk, Amsterdam opening hours?
- Opening hours vary by season — check the official Oude Kerk, Amsterdam website before your visit for the current schedule.
- How do you get to Oude Kerk, Amsterdam?
- Oude Kerk, Amsterdam is centrally located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Reach it by metro, tram or a short taxi ride from the city centre — see the Google Maps link on this page for exact walking directions.
- Is Oude Kerk, Amsterdam worth visiting?
- Yes — The Oude Kerk is a Reformed church in Amsterdam, Netherlands, being the oldest parish church in the city.
- How long do you need at Oude Kerk, Amsterdam?
- Most visitors spend 1–2 hours at Oude Kerk, Amsterdam, though tour groups often move through in under an hour.
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