The Heilig-Hartkerk; maybe the most beautiful demolished church of the Netherlands

Build in 1898

Designed by Pierre Cuypers (and his son)

Noordhoek Parish Church

Unfinished, but loved by the inhabitants of the city. Famous for its size.

1974: The closure and announced demolition of the church causes protests.

1975: The church is demolished.

How is it possible that a building that was loved by so many was razed to the ground?

I will attempt to place its demolition within a (local) historical context.

I will attempt to link it to the current (local) situation.

Questions/

suggestions?