Rehobothkerk
Reconstruction church without tower.
Reconstruction church without tower.
The Reformed Church (GKV) in Rotterdam Centrum is an interesting example of post-war reconstruction architecture. Although the building originally served as a GKV church, it is now known as the "Simonstraatkerk". It is a modernist church without a tower and is surrounded by modern high-rise buildings. In 2017, the church was restored, renovated and refurbished. Despite its inconspicuous appearance, the building has architecturally significant details that are characteristic of the post-war reconstruction period. It is a valuable piece of architecture that reflects the history and development of Rotterdam. During the restoration and renovation of the church, the GKV services were temporarily held in the Christian Reformed Rehoboth Church on the Noordsingel. This was a practical solution to provide the religious community with a place to live while their own church building was being renovated. It is interesting to see how this church, amidst modern high-rise buildings, has found and maintained its place in the city centre of Rotterdam. It emphasises the importance of preserving historically and architecturally valuable buildings in a constantly developing city.
Interesting reconstruction church. Hall church without tower, but remarkably situated. Also used as ecumenical student church until 2002. On Sunday afternoons also used by the Full Gospel Church Eljakim.
Large, exceptionally important city church designed by Tjeerd Kuipers. Facade with two towers of different heights. Many interesting details. After threats of closure and demolition, it was restored in the course of 2000. This church is still in use as a "Reformed Church", not as a PKN church. Also in use for cultural activities. After the demolition of the Nieuwe Zuiderkerk in 1969, the Bergsingelkerk is the most monumental Reformed church in Rotterdam. In shared use (was) by the Pakistani Urdu Community.