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Nederland - Groet, Witte Kerkje

The single nave ‘Witte Kerkje’ (White Little Church) is dating back to the year of 1639. The tower is made of wood and has an octagonal spire. It is located on a so called ‘terp’, a man made elevation.

In 1825 the church was thoroughly restored. During World War II the building was used as a school. German soldiers have pulled the bell from the tower for use of the material in the war industry. A new bell was donated and replaced by the municipality of Schoorl in 1949.
Since 1972 the ‘Witte Kerkje’ has been recognized and protected as a Dutch national monument. Nowadays the church is still used for services.

During my visit the church was closed, so I couldn’t take an interior picture. If interested take a look at: www.goo.gl/aTcZC6
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73 comments

Gudrun said:

A very pretty unpretentious little church! The whitewashed walls look good framed by fresh green leaves.
6 years ago

Jeff Farley said:

A very beautiful little church and a super shot Jaap.
6 years ago

Gerard Perin said:

belle petite église
6 years ago ( translate )

John Cass said:

Beautiful shot, nicely framed ---> thanks for the info, very interesting.
6 years ago

Esther said:

Thanks for the background information. It is amazing that it has survived for so long and that it was built on a man-made elevation.
6 years ago

menonfire said:

Wunderschöne Kirche in interessanter Perspektive Jaap !
6 years ago ( translate )

Edward Bowthorpe said:

Beautiful Jaap,eddie
6 years ago ( translate )

Nicole Merdrignac said:

Photo et église superbes. Cordialement. Nicole.
6 years ago ( translate )

Kama 56 said:

une bien jolie chapelle
6 years ago ( translate )

Martine said:

Un magnifique cadrage sous un joli ciel.
6 years ago ( translate )

Hélène Lombard said:

Belle photo sur cette jolie église !
6 years ago ( translate )

Jadviga Grase said:

Beautiful capture! Thanks for the information.
6 years ago

Liliane LR said:

Belles prises de vue
6 years ago ( translate )

Marie-claire Gallet said:

Gorgeous framing and such a pretty church, Jaap ! Sunday is almost over, but I wish you a nive week ahead !!!!!!!!
6 years ago

cammino said:

Beautiful!
6 years ago ( translate )