Laurenskerk

This Gothic church is the only medieval relic in the city center of Rotterdam. The church was built between 1449 and 1525 and is thus the oldest building in Rotterdam. Originally, Laurenskerk was Roman Catholic but during the Protestant Reformation in 1572 the church was transformed into a Protestant church.

In the church you can see tombs of Dutch naval heroes. It is one of the few buildings that survived the bombing of Rotterdam during World War II.

Location: Grotekerkplein 27 (Google Maps)
Info: www.laurenskerkrotterdam.nl

Pelgrimvaderskerk

The Oude- or Pelgrimvaderskerk (Pilgrim Fathers Church), in the middle of historic Delfshaven, has a rich history. The church is open to the public every Saturday afternoon (without appointment). The exterior with the distinctive façade in régence style (1761) and the bell tower make an impression on the visitor from across the water.

The church was built in 1417 as a Roman Catholic chapel. Since the Reformation, the church has been used for Protestant services. The international fame of this church is due to the Pilgrim Fathers who left from Delfshaven for their new country, America.

Location: Aelbrechtskolk 20 (Google Maps)
Info: www.pelgrimvaderskerk.nl

Pauluskerk

The Pauluskerk is a church building in the center of Rotterdam that provides a safety net for vulnerable people. The original church was opened in 1960 by the Reformed Church of Rotterdam and demolished in 2007. In 2013, church activities resumed in a new, futuristic design by English architect Will Alsop.

Location: Mauritsweg 20 (Google Maps)
Info: www.pauluskerkrotterdam.nl

Arminius Kerk

The Arminius Church in Rotterdam is a historic monument with a unique appearance. This beautiful church building offers a peaceful place for reflection in the bustling city center and hosts various concerts and events in different musical styles.

Location: Museumpark 3 (Google Maps)
Info: www.arminius.nl

Andreaskerk

The Lutheran congregation is one of the oldest churches in Rotterdam and has been housed in the Andreaskerk on Heer Vrankestraat since the Second World War. This church, designed by Bastiaan van der Lecq, was the first church to be rebuilt in the city after the war.

Location: Heer Vrankestraat 51 (Google Maps)
Info: www.luthersrotterdam.nl

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