Onze Lieve Vrouwetoren (The Tower of Our Lady) in Amersfoort | Atlas Obscura
Onze Lieve Vrouwetoren
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A 98.33-meter (322 ft) tall Late Gothic church tower in Amersfoort, Netherlands, also known as Lange Jan, and historically the original center point of the Dutch grid reference system.

šŸ“œ Iconic Late Gothic church tower in Amersfoort.
šŸ” Third highest church tower in the Netherlands, completed around 1470.

Why Go

šŸš¶ Climb 346 steps for panoramic views
šŸ›ļø Rich history, former church foundations visible
šŸ“ Original center point of Dutch grid system
āœØ Unique consoles depicting historical figures

Why Avoid

ā¬†ļø Many steps, requires physical effort
ā˜ļø Views can be obscured by weather

Tips

šŸŽŸļø Book tickets online or at VVV Amersfoort
ā˜• Enjoy a drink at Lieve Vrouwekerkhof square afterwards

Cost

šŸ’° Around ā‚¬9.95 for adults, Climb & Lunch ā‚¬24.
50. # Hours
šŸ•’ Daily regular climbs at 2 pm, extra tours in high season; Carillon climb Saturdays at 4:30 pm.

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