Protestant church of Goutum explained

Protestant church of Goutum
Saint Agnes church
Dedication:Before the Reformation, to Saint Agnes
Coordinates:53.1785°N 5.8068°W
Materials:Brick

The Protestant church of Goutum or Saint Agnes church[1] is a medieval religious building in Goutum, Friesland, Netherlands. On the northern side remnants of an older tufa church from the 11th century or 12th century can be seen.[1]

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]

Notes and References

  1. Alle middeleeuwse kerken: van Harlingen tot Wilhelmshaven, P Karstkarel, p. 123
  2. Web site: kich.nl (Kennisinfrastructuur Cultuurhistorie). 2010-08-26.
  3. Web site: historischekerken.nl . 2010-03-29.