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Neighborhood: Stadsdriehoek
How to get there
  • Blaak • 5 min walk
  • Beurs • 6 min walk
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264 within 6 miles
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0.2 miHistory Museums
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  • han79
    Saundersfoot, United Kingdom246 contributions
    Beautiful
    Such a lovely peaceful place to visit I visited here with my bestfriend. Its €3 entrance fee which is well worth the price . You cant get over how vast the size of the church is until you see the high ceilings and vast stain glass windows . Lots of lovely exhibits , tombs to view definitely worth the visit
    Visited March 2020
    Traveled with friends
    Written February 29, 2020
  • RamblingSpots
    Milan, Italy25 contributions
    The best looking church in Rotterdam
    The Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk is arguably the most beautiful church in Rotterdam. To admire the facade you have to reach Grotekerkplein. The back side, instead, is located along Binnenrotte, which is a very nice and wide road linking the city center to the old port (Oudehaven). We highly recommend a walk along Binnenrotte and to stop by the church to admire its majesty.
    Visited April 2020
    Written March 10, 2021
  • Hermes_NL 🇳🇱
    Amsterdam, The Netherlands20,077 contributions
    A monumental war survivor
    The Laurens church was damaged but not destroyed during the WW2 bombardment of Rotterdam. It stands tall as a survivor in the midst of postwar buildings. You can take an inside look for a charge of 3 euros. Toilet visit is 50 eurocents. Very much worthwhile!
    Visited March 2022
    Traveled solo
    Written April 2, 2022
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Hermes_NL 🇳🇱
Amsterdam, The Netherlands20,077 contributions
Access fee of 3 euro is fully worth it
Jul 2023 • Solo
The big church in the centre of Rotterdam is the only medieval structure that survived the bombardment of 1940. It was quite nicely restored after the war. When open, it can be visited for a 3 euro access fee. A protestant church since 1572, it is fairly austere but still quite beautiful to see on the inside.
Written July 16, 2023
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playmisty4me813
Bowie, MD34 contributions
Beautiful church
Jul 2022
My experience of this church was unusual, as I attended an evening event there. But it is well worth a visit anytime. There is a fine organ, gorgeous stained glass and architecture. There's a pay toilet. Make sure and see the Erasmus sculptures outside in the courtyard.
Written July 14, 2022
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liverpool1023
London, UK839 contributions
Unadorned and unemblished
Nov 2019 • Couples
The sole survivor of the medieval Rotterdam, this church was badly damaged during WWII. Saved from demolition and heavily restored, it serves as a key symbol of the city’s indefatigable nature.

The interior is noted for its austerity. The lack of decoration or embellishments is striking. The window glass is clear and plain. The only memorials of significance are three sculptured reliefs of C17th military heroes. The most notable is of Witte de With, a famous admiral who was finally done for after a mixed career by those naughty Swedes (again).
Written November 18, 2019
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Hermes_NL 🇳🇱
Amsterdam, The Netherlands20,077 contributions
Medieval church in modern city centre
Mar 2019 • Business
The Laurentius church is one of the few buildings that was restored after the bombardment of the centre of Rotterdam in 1940. It now stands somewhat solemnly between the glitzy new architecture such as the nearby Market Hall. It was originally built between 1449 and 1500 and the tower was completed in 1655. It is still in use for religious services and also for cultural events.
Written March 10, 2019
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia43,654 contributions
Historic survivor
Sep 2018 • Couples
The Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk is a tough survivor! Built in the 15th century it has survived several bouts of damage and destruction, and it still stands proudly defiant! It's full of history and it is lovely inside and out. It's worth a visit, especially if you are visiting the Markthal which is practically next to it.
Written February 7, 2019
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bunnyofdarkness
Glasgow, UK582 contributions
Pretty up there.
Oct 2019
Beautiful building well worth a visit. Very pleasantly surprised by the information given on a number of different religions. Pretty impressive and elaborate organ.
Written September 12, 2020
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AdeKing1
United Kingdom63 contributions
Bell ŕinging.
Aug 2019
I happened to be next to the çhurch when the evening bells were ringing. The performance in itself was wonderful. I had a quick look inside near the entrance. When you looked up you saw this grand ceiling.
Written August 28, 2019
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Eva M
Rotterdam, The Netherlands31 contributions
Discover the history of Rotterdam
Sep 2018 • Solo
The Laurens church is located next to Blaak and one of the few old buildings in the city centre. Next to being an impressive building, the church offers an unique insight on the history of Rotterdam via an audiotour. Seafarers as De Ruyter and Tromp are highlighted (including their graves), WO II gets attention and the renowned position in the classical music scene of the church is explained while one can listen to the various concerts. Next to this there is room for Rotterdam's architecture, art and the cultural diversity.
A hidden gem that is also fun with slightly older children
Written September 19, 2018
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nieuwewesten
Rotterdam, The Netherlands46 contributions
Historical building with a nice view.
Jan 2014 • Solo
The St. Laurenskerk is one of the few lucky buildings in the city centre of Rotterdam to have survived WWII. It stands in the middle of an area that is full of development. With interesting architecture from the past decades on all sides. On some days it's possible to climb to the top of this catholic church and enjoy the view.
Written January 23, 2014
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Elizabeth V
Bognor Regis, UK764 contributions
Brought back from the dead
Apr 2019 • Friends
This is a very impressive church which was recovered from considerable damage during the 2nd World War. There is a feeling of austerity about the building as many of the previous ornate features and sculptures were not replaced. But, the cleanliness of the result is impressive. Many of the windows are of clear glass rather than stained - whilst this means it is less pretty, the resultant clear light is inspirational. It is a very large church and has three organs to deal with the space. One of the organs is the largest mechanical organ in Europe with more than 7000 pipes and 85 stops. The bronze doors are very impressive - featuring War and Peace - made in 1968.
Written May 30, 2019
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