Although Nieuwe Kerk translates to "New Church," this site holds centuries of history. The Protestant church was founded in 1350. In 1584 William the Silent, a Dutch prince, was entombed in a mausoleum inside. This started a tradition of burying Dutch royalty in a private family crypt. The most recent burial was Queen Juliana and her husband Prince Bernhard in 2004. Climb the church tower, the second highest in the country, for views of Delft, The Hague, Rotterdam, and Rotterdam Harbor. Put Nieuwe Kerk on your schedule, and learn what else deserves a visit by using our Delft road trip website.
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Very interesting visit. Seeing the tombe of WiIlem van Oranje and the wonderful interior of the church . Impressive! Climbed the tower to the top. Wonderful views.
Very interesting visit. Seeing the tombe of WiIlem van Oranje and the wonderful interior of the church . Impressive! Climbed the tower to the top. Wonderful views. more »
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Right at the citycentre, this church just rises as if to touch the sky. This is where the royal family is buried and their crypt is normally off access to plebs. The expansion project allows some...
Right at the citycentre, this church just rises as if to touch the sky. This is where the royal family is buried and their crypt is normally off access to plebs. The expansion project allows some... more »
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The view is amazing ! You can climb to the top of the church and go all around. They are some landing so you can see the mechanism of the clock and the old bells. Just be prepare for the stairs, it takes a little time and effort if you’re not use to it The inside of the church is beautiful as well
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Scariest experience of my life, giving it 5 stars so it doesn't haunt me in my dreams. Truly for the brave warriors, be prepared, stairs are steep and with big gaps. Anyway..very nice view!
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