Protestant church of Goutum
The Protestant church of Goutum or Saint Agnes church[1] is a medieval religious building in Goutum, Friesland, Netherlands. On the north side remnants of an older tufa church from the 11th century or 12th century can be seen.[1]
| Protestant church of Goutum Saint Agnes church | |
|---|---|
 Church of Goutum | |
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| 53.1785°N 5.8068°E | |
| History | |
| Dedication | Before the Reformation, to Saint Agnes |
| Specifications | |
| Materials | Brick |
The church was enlarged and heightened with brick in the 15th century and has a tower from the same century.[1] The church was originally a Roman Catholic church dedicated to Saint Agnes, becoming a Protestant church after the Protestant Reformation. It is listed as a Rijksmonument, number 24509.[2] The building is located at 23 Buorren.[3]
References
- Alle middeleeuwse kerken: van Harlingen tot Wilhelmshaven, P Karstkarel, p. 123
- "kich.nl (Kennisinfrastructuur Cultuurhistorie)". Retrieved 2010-08-26.
- "historischekerken.nl". Retrieved 2010-03-29.
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