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Westerkerk Church

Westerkerk Church Historical Timeline

Last updated on August 5, 2026
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Westerkerk Church Drawing
A historical depiction of the Westerkerk Church in Amsterdam. [Report image]

The Westerkerk was built between 1620 to 1631 and was the most important church in Amsterdam. Its clock and bell tower became a city symbol even up to this day.

The church became a famous tourist attraction in 1966 following the Dutch Royal Family’s Queen Beatrix wedding to Prince Claus von Amsberg. It is also the burial place of some famous artists and notable personalities like Rembrandt van Rijn.

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