Oude Kerk
Religious Site Oldest building and medieval church in Amsterdam
Amsterdam’s Oude Kerk, a 13th-century parish church in the old city, draws visitors for its timber interior, historic tombs and rotating contemporary exhibitions in the surrounding square.
The Oude Kerk is Amsterdam’s oldest church, located in the city centre in the De Wallen neighbourhood. Its origins date to the medieval period and the building retains a primarily Gothic architectural character.
The church was originally a Catholic parish church and became Protestant during the Reformation; it contains historic architectural features, funerary monuments in the floor and a historic tower that anchors the surrounding urban fabric. Today it functions as a heritage site and venue for exhibitions and concerts in addition to occasional religious services.
The Oude Kerk stands in central Amsterdam, close to the city’s historic canals and within walking distance of central squares and the main canal belt.
- Age and location: Consecrated in the early 14th century and located in Amsterdam's oldest neighbourhood, it is considered the city's oldest building still in use.
How to Get to Oude Kerk #
If visiting Delft, the Oude Kerk is centrally located within the city and easily reached on foot from Delft Centraal station (about a 10-15 minute walk) or by local bus services.
Tips for Visiting Oude Kerk #
- Arrive early to see the interior quietly and to notice medieval graffiti and merchant tombs that many visitors miss.
- Listen for the acoustics in the nave; the uneven stone floor and timbered roofs make for surprising echoes during a short pause.
Best Time to Visit Oude Kerk #
Visit in the warmer months to combine the cathedral visit with walks through surrounding landscapes.
Weather & Climate near Oude Kerk #
Oude Kerk's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (848 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 97 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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