Climb the tower
You can climb the second highest church tower in the Netherlands, which was twice set ablaze by lightning and from which scientists tested the theory of gravity!
Climb
The tower of the Nieuwe Kerk offers an ideal view of Delft and its surroundings. From eighty-five metres high, you can easily see as far as Rotterdam and The Hague in good weather.
Condition
The climb involves 376 steps to a height of eight-five metres, and is therefore only suitable for people in good physical condition. There is no lift.
The tower itself totals 108.75 metres in height.
School classes
If you want to climb the tower with a school class, one supervisor must be present for every five to six pupils. For more information, please contact the New Church or email info@oudekerk-delft.nl.
A few ground rules
Welcome to climb the tower. But there are a few ground rules:
- Up to sixty people can be on the tower at a time.
- Backpacks should be left in a locker in the shop.
- Do bring your camera to capture the amazing view!
- You must be at least six years old to climb the tower.
- For this tough climb, you need a good level of fitness.
- They are narrow spaces, so make sure you are not claustrophobic.
- As a matter of course, an ascent is not suitable for people who are afraid of heights.
- In bad weather, the tower cannot be climbed.
Discover more about the Tower of the Nieuwe Kerk
History
For centuries, the tower of the Nieuwe Kerk has characterised the ‘face‘ of Delft. After several renovations the tower has reached its current status – 108.75 metres high – making it the second tallest church tower in the Netherlands.
Carillon
Several times a day, a loud clanging concert from the carillon in the tower of the Nieuwe Kerk rings out over Delft's city centre. The carillon automatically plays a different tune every quarter, half and full hour. Moreover, this unique instrument is played live at set times by the city carillonneur.
Climb the tower
You can climb the second highest church tower in the Netherlands, which was twice set ablaze by lightning and from which scientists tested the theory of gravity!