The cathedral contains 96 distinct 'luchtboogbeelden' (flying buttress figures), including a modern addition from 2011 depicting an angel wearing a mobile phone.
The current carillon consists of 47 bells and is considered one of the largest in the country.
The Lady Chapel houses the 'Zoete Lieve Vrouwe van Den Bosch', a wooden statue of Mary dating back to the 13th century.
The cathedral's ground plan is based on a Latin cross with a double ambulatory around the choir.
During the restoration completed in 2010, stone carvers used traditional 16th-century methods to replace weathered sandstone elements.
The interior contains a unique 'koperen doopvont' (copper baptismal font) created in 1492.
St John's Cathedral is the largest Gothic church in the Netherlands, built primarily between 1370 and 1529. It is recognized as a national monument and serves as the cathedral of the Diocese of 's-Hertogenbosch. The structure is noted for its elaborate Brabantine Gothic architecture, featuring numerous flying buttresses and ornate pinnacles. A distinctive feature is the exterior roof, which is adorned with 96 stone sculptures of figures known as 'luchtboogbeelden'. The interior houses a 17th-century organ built by Florentius Hocque and a late Gothic rood screen. It is also the site of the miracle of the 'Zoete Lieve Vrouwe van Den Bosch', a statue of the Virgin Mary housed within the Lady Chapel. The cathedral underwent an extensive restoration process concluded in 2010 that utilized traditional medieval masonry techniques. It stands as a significant pilgrimage site within the Roman Catholic tradition.
The view from the Hinthamerstraat street level capturing the full facade and intricate buttresses.
Climb the tower for a panoramic view of the city center and the surrounding landscape.
Walk around the exterior to inspect the intricate stone carvings on the flying buttresses.
Check for guided tour availability to access areas not typically open to the general public.
Avoid visiting during Sunday morning services if you intend to explore the architecture as a tourist.
Occasionally closed to tourists during private liturgical events or funerals.
Maintain silence, remove hats upon entry, and refrain from photography during liturgical services.
