Climb the tower
Activity
Breda's church tower. You can see it from afar. The Grote Kerk Breda and its tower are the most prominent icon of the city and its surroundings. Did you know you can also enter the tower? Climb the 287 steps with a guide. Learn more about the history of the tower and enjoy the breathtaking views over the historic city and its surroundings. Climbing the tower takes about one hour.
Foto: Rob van Esch
Every Thursday to Sunday at 2pm and 3pm
Ticket price per person €7.50
Children 12–18 years, students, Friends and Guild & Society members of the church: €5
Please note
- Due to safety concerns, climbing the tower is only open to people aged 12 and above, who can pass through narrow (door) openings and are physically able to walk 287 steps. The maximum group size is 16 persons.
- If the church is closed due to an event, you can report to the guide outside in front of the church entrance.
- Tickets are only valid for the chosen day and time and cannot be returned or rebooked (BW Book 6 Article 230p sub e). There can also be no refund if the conditions for participation are not met.
- A student ticket is valid only on presentation of a current student ID card, 1 ticket per student ID card.
- Want to climb the tower with your party at a different time? If so, please contact Gilde De Baronie.
- Read the house rules for climbing the church tower.
Route and parking
Coming by train? The Grote Kerk Breda is a 10-minute walk from Breda railway station. The church is also easily accessible by bus. You can walk to us in a few minutes from the Karnemelkstraat or Vlaszak bus stops.
Coming by bike or moped? Then park in one of the free bicycle parking facilities. Improperly parked bicycles are regularly removed by the municipality.
Coming by car? The car parks De Prins and De Barones are closest to the Grote Kerk Breda. Click here for general information on parking in Breda.