Distinctive churches
In Lisse, you won't spend long looking for a church. The village is home to a large number of churches of various faiths, most of which are actively used. Besides these places of worship, the flower village is also the annual starting point and place of blessing for the thousands of flowers that are transported to St. Peter's Square in Rome for the Pope's Easter speech.
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St Agatha's Church
The tower of St Agatha's Church can be seen from a great distance. It is therefore not a surprise that the church is popularly known as the 'Cathedral of the Bollenstreek'. The church dates from 1903 and was designed by Jean H. van Groenendael. The building clearly shows that it has a bulb history. The church was co-funded by Lisse's bulb growers, which can be seen in the drawings of bulb flowers on the walls of the church.
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Engelbewaarderskerk
The "Engelbewaarderskerk" is a striking sight. Surrounded by fields of blossoming flowers in the spring, it provides a special setting. This Roman Catholic church was built in 1930-1931 for the residents of the hamlet of De Engel, designed by architect Jan Stuyt. A centrally built church in neo-Byzantine style, extremely rare in our country. The church is known for its beautiful dome painted by Jan Dunselman
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Grote Kerk
The oldest church in Lisse is the "Grote Kerk". The history of the church begins as a chapel on the same spot as the present church, on an old dune top. In 1460, the chapel was elevated to a parish church and replaced by a larger church. In the Catholic era, the church was dedicated to St. Agatha. During the 80-year war, the church was destroyed. Between 1592 and 1630 the church was rebuilt. The church received the white plaster on the walls during the reign of the Protestants.
Light a candle...
Are you looking for comfort, a moment of reflection or would you like to light a candle for yourself or someone else? At St. Agatha's Church, the door is open daily for anyone who needs it. Apart from the fact that the place gives you a feeling of peace, inside the church you can also simply enjoy the beauty of the stained glass, the wall paintings and the beautiful floor.
