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Church · Ostende, Flandres Ocidental
Sint-Petrus-en-Pauluskerk
Neo-Gothic church from 1908 in the center of Ostende, with 72-meter towers and stained glass. It houses the chapel in memory of Luísa Maria, the first queen of Belgium.
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About Sint-Petrus-en-Pauluskerk
The Sint-Petrus-en-Pauluskerk was built between 1899 and 1908 in the neo-Gothic style by architect Louis Delacenserie. The two pointed towers, 72 meters high, rise above Ostende's rooftops and serve as a landmark for those arriving by port.
The interior has a series of colorful stained-glass windows that depict religious scenes and local history, and the high nave follows the model of medieval Gothic cathedrals.
Behind the main altar is the memorial to Luísa Maria de Orléans, the first queen of Belgium and wife of Leopoldo I. She died in Ostende in 1850, and the royal family's connection to the town explains the presence of the tomb there.
The church is close to the port and the station, making it easy to combine with arrival by train and the walk to the promenade.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
20 to 30 minutes.
Best time
During the day, outside mass times. On sunny days the light shines through the stained glass.
How to get there
It's a few minutes' walk from Oostende station, toward the center.
Tip
Ask at the entrance about visiting the chapel of Queen Luísa Maria, which is usually opened on request.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Sint-Petrus-en-Pauluskerk
Who is buried in the church of São Pedro e São Paulo?
Luísa Maria de Orléans, first queen of Belgium, who died in Ostende in 1850. The memorial is behind the main altar.
Is the church medieval?
No. It is neo-Gothic, built between 1899 and 1908, although it looks older.