Lutheran Church

In the Veemarktstraat, you might easily pass by the Lutheran Church, as it is hidden behind a rather inconspicuous gate. The Lutheran church building (nr. 11) originally served as a clandestine church. During the time of the Dutch Republic, only the Reformed Church was allowed to own recognisable church buildings.
In 1782, the Lutherans purchased the then patrician house named 'Repos Ailleurs' (rest elsewhere), and built their church behind it. This way, they could hold their meetings without drawing attention.

The house had a large underground kitchen, the crypt. It dates back to the first half of the 16th century and survived the great city fire of Breda in 1534. The house was largely demolished for the construction of a church and a vicarage. The church and the crypt have been renovated and restored several times and have been listed as monuments since 1964.

The Lutheran church today
In addition to holding monthly services by the Lutheran district community, the Lutheran Church is used for cultural and social purposes: lectures, concerts, symposiums, exhibitions, workshops, etc. Wedding and funeral services can be held there. The spaces are available for rent.
And so, a building, a gem in the city centre hidden behind a large door on the Veemarktstraat, of which many people who have lived in Breda since birth were unaware of its existence, has been unlocked and made accessible for multiple purposes. For everyone, from Breda and beyond.

Meetings in the Lutheran Church

The Lutheran Church and the crypt are also available for hire as a meeting venue for groups of up to 170 people. Dinners for up to 100 people can also be accommodated.