Maastricht, Netherlands
Vrijthof 24
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+31 648073884
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
In the Middle Ages, St. John's Church was one of Maastricht's four parish churches. The church takes its name from John the Baptist and was founded around 1200 by the chapter of Saint Servatius to function as a baptismal and parish church for the Saint Servatius parish. St. John's Church was first mentioned in 1218. The current church dates from the 14th and early 15th centuries. The Gothic baptistery was added in 1414. The original tower collapsed on June 8, 1366 after a violent storm. The current tower was completed in the second half of the fifteenth century after a long restoration. The tower had not always had the striking red color; the colors yellow (early 18th century) and white (early 19th century) are mentioned in writings. During this last restoration, the tower was repainted red in 1983.
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I just followed the red tower from the square. The church is a little bit different from all others but still pretty to visit. If you travel to Holland and Maastricht, you must visit this magnificent church. Even if you haven't, the entry fee is not so much and it includes an excellent free audio tour. Best part of the church is climbing the 228 steps up the narrow spiral staircase to the top of the tower for a beautiful view of the city of Maastricht.
A truly unique point of interest if the city which provides its personality.
One of the historical building in Maastricht. You can easily park your car in the Carpark nearby the church. After visiting the church, you can get your food in the restaurants opposite to the building.
Beautiful building tower accessible for a very low fee.
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