Dom Tower (Domtoren)
4.7
Utrecht1.5 - 2 hours
Gothic church tower and viewpoint
About
The Dom Tower is the tallest church tower in the Netherlands and the ultimate symbol of Utrecht. Built in the fourteenth century, this Gothic masterpiece stands completely independent of the neighboring cathedral, which lost its central nave during a massive historic storm in 1674. Visitors can climb the four hundred and sixty-five stone steps for unparalleled views.
Highlights
What makes this place special
01
The majestic chimes
Listen to the fourteen historic bells weighing over thirty-two thousand kilograms.
02
The cathedral ruins
View the open square where the collapsed nave once connected the tower to the church.
03
The summit panorama
Enjoy sweeping views that stretch all the way to Amsterdam on clear days.
Things to Know
Tips for your visit
- •Access to the top is only possible by booking a guided tour in advance
- •An elevator option is available for visitors who cannot climb the steep stairs
- •The tower has undergone extensive restoration, so check ahead for scaffold-free views
