Martinikerk
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Martinikerk (Martin's church) is a church in Groningen, The Netherlands. The church and its associated tower (the Martinitoren) are named after Saint Martin of Tours (316 - 397), the patron archbishop of the Utrecht diocese to which Groningen once belonged.
The citizens of Groningen often refer to the tower as d'Olle Grieze (old grey) due to its grey colour.
The Martinikerk contains examples of architecture from various periods. Much of the splendid wall and roof paintwork has been preserved. Of particular note a 16th century depiction of the life of Jesus Christ.
In the church is an organ built by Arp Schnitger which considered by many to be one of the most beautiful and famous baroque organs in the world.
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