Oostrum
Near Dokkum, lies the village of Oostrum. On a partially excavated mound you will find this pretty little church with a remarkably low tower. In fact, the 13th century tower is much older than the church itself, which probably dates from the 16th century.
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Near Dokkum, lies the village of Oostrum. On a partially excavated mound you will find this pretty little church with a remarkably low tower. In fact, the 13th century tower is much older than the church itself, which probably dates from the 16th century.
The tower also boasts an old clock bearing images of eight holy women and a Latin verse.
The windows of St. Nicholas Church clearly indicate a Gothic architectural style. During a restoration in 1973, parts of the original murals reappeared. They are depictions of churches, including the Dokkum abbey tower. Both the other two painted churches have a tower with a high stiletto spire; they may have been those of Kollum, Hantum or Wetsens.
Today, services are still held in the little church, then now owned by the Alde Fryske Tsjerken Foundation.
REFUGIO
What is special is that pilgrims can easily stay in this church.
This church is located on the Monastery Claercamp Trail. People walking this pilgrim path can spend the night here for €15 per person.
You can take advantage of this refugio if you:
- are in possession of a pilgrim pass of the Dutch St. Jacob Society
- a route book or stamp card of the Odulphuspad (or one of the other Frisian pilgrim routes)
- You are a donor of the Stichting Alde Fryske Tsjerken.
It is imperative that you call in advance to inquire about availability!
More information about the house rules can be found on the website of Santiago aan het Wad.
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Here you will find St. Nicholas Church Eastrum (Oostrum)
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