Amsterdam
Westerkerk
Amsterdam's Most Famous Church
Prinsengracht 281
Amsterdam, NH 1016 GW
Nearest Train: Westermarkt: tram 17 & 20
Phone: +31 20 624 7766
Fax: +31 20 427 6493
Website | EmailThe Netherlands’s most renowned church has been the source of inspiration for many musicians. The famous tower was completed in 1638, its bells manufactured by the renowned François Hemony foundry in 1658. Though the Protestant community owned Westerkerk, the tower was the property of the local authorities and served as a lookout. This marks the site of Rembrandt's burial, as well as the marriage of Queen Beatrix and Prince Claus. For Anne Frank, the ringing of the clock was a beacon of hope during World War II.
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