This is an important church whose origins date back to the pre-Romanesque period. It was donated to the Abbey of Saint-Vanne in Verdun in 963 and to the Abbey of Hasnon, near Valenciennes, in 1065. In 1581, it was set on fire by plundering Malcontents, mutinous troops of the States-General fighting against the Spanish. Residents who fled inside were also burned to death or murdered as they emerged. The large church roof was reportedly lowered later, due to a lack of funds, after another fire in 1728.

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August 1, 2022

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The Saint Martin's Church in Velzeke dates back to the Carolingian period (10th century). This church is therefore one of the oldest preserved churches in Flanders

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DirkWi

September 3, 2023

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The history of the church dates back to the 10th century!
Be sure to check out the side altars and the confessionals.

A brochure is available in the church (€1) with detailed information about the church.

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