Audio Guide of the Oostkerk of Middelburg

The Oostkerk is generally open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. To confirm opening hours before your visit, check its official website. No reservation is required.

Admission is free, although donations for maintenance are appreciated. Some special events or concerts may require payment.

A typical visit lasts between 30 and 45 minutes. If you attend a concert or event, allow an additional hour.

Built between 1647 and 1667, it is the only Protestant church in the Netherlands designed with a central plan and dome. It is a symbol of 17th-century Dutch religious architecture.

In spring or summer, to enjoy its green surroundings. Avoid worship hours (Sunday mornings) and check its concert calendar for a unique experience.

Only the main floor is accessible. The tower has no elevator and includes narrow stairs. You will find more details on its website.

A 10-minute walk away are the Middelburg Abbey complex (12th century), the Gothic Town Hall, and the Zeeuws Museum with collections of regional art.

1) Wear comfortable shoes for walking on its uneven flooring. 2) Respect silence during services or prayer. 3) If you visit in summer, take the opportunity to sit in its garden.