Climbing Pasqualini tower Old Nicolaaskerk

Tower climb 'Old' Nicolaaskerk

It happens far too little. But just before Christmas, the time has come! You can climb the Pasqualini tower of the Oude Nicolaaskerk. You will experience IJsselstein from on high in the Christmas atmosphere with the country's Biggest Christmas Tree in the background. And you will hear the story of one of our country's most extraordinary church towers that is almost 500 years old!

Climb one of the most extraordinary church towers in the Netherlands
The church tower of the Old Nicolaaskerk appears in every architecture book. Italian architect Allesandro Pasqualini built it in 1532, commissioned by the baron of IJsselstein, Floris van Egmond. The latter had been in Italy impressed by all the beauty he saw there. The Pasqualini tower is the oldest and first Renaissance building above the Alps. Very special is the spire that was installed in 1924 to the design of Amsterdam School master builder Michel de Klerk. During the climbs, you will hear the story of one of the most extraordinary church towers in the Netherlands and also enjoy beautiful views of IJsselstein.

Dates for guided tours and tower climbs

The following guided tours are scheduled:

• Thursday 17 December 2026

• Wednesday 23 December 2026

• Wednesday 30 December 2026
  
  

Practical information

Further information on start times, the programme, participation fees and registration will follow shortly.

Good to know
It does involve climbing stairs and bring your camera!