Definitely worth a visit on your bike tour! The medieval version of this church dates from the 13th century and was originally dedicated to Saint Nicholas. The church was demolished in 1794. The tower was restored in 1922. The tops of the facades have an elegant arch frieze. A complete restoration of the tower took place in 1986. The church tower is now a national monument.

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The medieval church (13th century), which was originally dedicated to St. Nicholas, was demolished in 1794. The three-part saddle roof tower stands in an elevated cemetery. In the church tower hangs a bell (1481) of the bell founder Warnerus. The tower was restored in 1922 to plans by GJ Veenstra. The gable tips are provided with a climbing arch frieze. A total restoration took place in 1986. The church tower is a national monument.

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