St. John's Church

The Church of St. John the Baptist and St. John the Evangelist dates largely back to the late 14th and mid-15th centuries. This Gothic church has its origins in a 13th-century chapel. Like so many medieval churches, St. John’s Church suffered greatly during the religious conflicts (circa 1560). However, the churchwardens and parishioners did not lose heart and cheerfully undertook the reconstruction and redecoration. Improvements to the interior would continue for more than a century.

Despite its relatively small size, St. John’s Church is filled with works of art spanning several centuries. The centerpiece is the 17th-century triptych by Peter Paul Rubens. Also noteworthy are the murals from around 1400 on the first level of the west tower. The church contains many works crafted in Mechelen, such as the churchwarden’s benches, pulpit, and organ. They bear witness to the talent present in the city.

An information sheet at the reception desk provides an overview of the images you can scan. By scanning the artwork, background information becomes visible. This is presented through informative texts, high-resolution images, and playful illustrations.

You don’t have to follow a set route. You can choose which artworks you want to scan. The interactive display adds a new dimension to your visit. Thanks to the ErfgoedApp , you ErfgoedApp even more in this church full of treasures!

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