Mozes and Aäron Church - Free Audio Guide

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Mozes en Aäronkerk, 207, Waterlooplein, Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Centrum, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland, 1011 PG, Nederland


The Mozes en Aäronkerk, officially dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua, is a Roman Catholic church located at Waterlooplein in Amsterdam. Originally established as a hiding church in the 17th century, it evolved into a striking neoclassical building between 1837 and 1841, designed by Tieleman Franciscus Suys. The church features a unique façade with two towers, making it the only neoclassical church in the Netherlands with this architectural style. Inside, visitors can admire a baroque main altar and a historic organ that has hosted renowned organists. The church also serves as a cultural venue, hosting various events. Since 2014, it has returned to its original function as a place of worship. The church is significant for its historical role in Amsterdam's religious landscape, and its artistic elements and architecture attract many tourists each year.