House of stories
The Grote Kerk Breda has been a house of stories for 750 years. A place of connection, imagination and innovation.
Step inside and discover the monumental interior, the tombs, the medieval frescoes and much more. Be enchanted by the magnificent light and enjoy the bright, almost serene monument.
The Grote Kerk Breda is a venue for art, culture and encounters. Broaden your perspective with the inspiring programme.
Or climb the tower and enjoy the view of the city and the wider surroundings.
You are welcome.
Opening hours
The Grote Kerk Breda has free admission and is open to visitors almost every day.
From 11 October onwards, the church will only be accessible with a ticket for the exhibition René! I'm Still Standing.
- Mon – Sat 10am–5am
- Sun 1pm–5pm
Adjusted opening hours
- Fri 21 Nov Closed
- Sun 30 Nov 2 PM–5 PM
- Thu 4 Dec 2 PM–5 PM
- Sat 6 Dec 10 AM–4 PM
- Thu 11 Dec Closed
- Fri 12 Dec Closed
- Thu 18 Dec Closed
- Fri 19 Dec Closed
- Tue 23 Dec 10 AM–7 PM
- Thu 25 Dec Closed
- Fri 26 Dec 1 PM–5 PM
- Sun 28 Dec 10 AM–7 PM
- Tue 30 Dec 10 AM–7 PM
- Wed 31 Dec 10 AM–4 PM
Now on display
René! I'm Still Standing
Up and until 1 March '26 the Grote Kerk Breda presents the exhibition René! I'm still standing – about love and loss. Artworks by twelve (inter)national artists – contemporary and historical – ponder the major themes in life: sorrow, joy, desire, love, fear and hope. The works confront us with ourselves, offer comfort or encourage reflection.
Mummy cat Polleke
Almost 120 years ago, during the restoration of the Grote Kerk Breda in 1906, the builders made an extraordinary discovery: a mummified cat was found bricked in between two walls. A mysterious find, which remained a mystery for years...
History
The first mention of a stone church 'denne stenne monster te Breda' dates back to 1269, more than 750 years ago. That's how long the Grote Kerk Breda has existed. The church is impressive from both the outside and inside. The designation of national monument and Top Monument of Brabant is for good reason. In the Prinsenkapel (Prince's Chapel), with vault paintings with details in pure gold leaf, ancestors of the Dutch royal family are laid to rest. Because the history of the royal family starts here, in Breda.
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