STEVENSKERK - ST. STEPHEN'S CHURCH
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Romanesque-Gothic church, the largest and oldest church in Nijmegen, with one of the most beautiful organs in Europe.
Blessed by the auxiliary bishop of Cologne Albertus Magnus, this Romanesque-Gothic church is the largest and oldest church in the city. The oldest part of the church dates from the 13th century, but was extended in the 15th century with a choir and a radiating chapel. The König organ (1776) with its exceptional sound is a unique piece and one of the most beautiful organs in Europe. An organist plays regularly during the opening hours. You will be struck by the 14 magnificent copper candlesticks from the 17th century (1640). Offered by the guilds of trades to the church, the city took advantage of this unexpected gift since it did not have the financial means to invest in such chandeliers and thus illuminate the Lord's flock. From the top of its square tower dominates an octagonal bell tower with a bulb in which is hidden a carillon. A Catholic basilica from 1254 to 1591, it then fell into the hands of the iconoclastic reformers who did not hesitate to destroy the images representing Christ and to appropriate the church for their new cult. During the Second World War, the Stevens church was badly damaged by the bombing of February 22, 1944 and the tower collapsed. From the top of this tower, one can enjoy a beautiful view over the city and the Waal. After the Second World War, the church was completely restored and reopened to the public in 1969. Catherine of Bourbon (1440-1469) is buried here. The building is currently being restored.
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