Waalse Kerk, Breda

Name: Waalse Kerk
Address: Catharinastraat 83, Breda, 4811 XG, Netherlands
Telephone: +31 76 522 3633

#14 among attractions in Breda

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Facts and practical information

The Walloon Church Breda is a Walloon church from the 15th century close to the Begijnhof in the center of Breda. It is a national monument.

The church was founded in 1440 by Johanna van Polanen and given to the Beguines a century later. Previously the name was the Wendelinuskapel, a chapel dedicated to Saint Wendelinus, who protected against the plague. In 1590, Catholic Breda was conquered by Prince Maurits, which brought about major changes in the city. The chapel was taken away from the Beguines and was set up as a Walloon Church. In 1625 Spinola recaptured the city and the Beguines regained possession of the building, but in 1637 the Spaniards were finally driven out by Maurice's brother Prince Frederick. The victory of the Protestants found its ratification in the Peace of Münster in 1648.

Today the building is used as a wedding venue, among other things. Church services take place every second and fourth Sunday of the month at 11:00 am.

Coordinates: 51°35'23"N, 4°46'43"E

Address

Catharinastraat 83Breda Centrum (City)Breda 4811 XG Netherlands

Contact

+31 76 522 3633

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Day trips

Waalse Kerk – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Rat Verlegh Stadion, Stedelijk Museum Breda, Grote Kerk, Kasteel van Breda.

1.3 miW
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~790 ftW
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~1060 ftNW
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~880 ftS
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~1910 ftS
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~1030 ftS
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~1050 ftN
Memorial
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Waalse Kerk open?

Waalse Kerk is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday closed
Thursday closed
Friday closed
Saturday closed
Sunday 11 am - 12:15 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Waalse Kerk?

Nearby attractions include Triptiek kunst en lijsten, Breda (2 min walk), Stedelijk Museum Breda, Breda (3 min walk), Grote Kerk, Breda (4 min walk), St. Anthony of Padua Cathedral, Breda (5 min walk).

How to get to Waalse Kerk by public transport?

The nearest stations to Waalse Kerk:

Bus

Vlaszak • Lines: 1, 115, 119, 130, 132, 2, 311, 312, 316, 325, 326, 327, 4, 6, 7, 9 (3 min walk)
Prinsenkade • Lines: 850, 851, 852, 854, 855 (7 min walk)

Train

Breda (10 min walk)