Ronde Lutherse Kerk (Round Lutheran Church), Amsterdam

Gracefully positioned along the banks of Singel, the canal that marked the outer boundary of Amsterdam during the medieval period, stands the Ronde Lutherse Kerk. Originally serving as a church for the Lutheran order, this historic edifice has since been repurposed as part of the Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel.

Constructed in the latter half of the 17th century, the edifice was commissioned to replace the Old Lutheran Church ("Oude Lutherse Kerk") located on Spui Square. Distinguished by its rare copper dome, one of the few in Protestant churches throughout the Netherlands, the Round Lutheran Church's striking exterior showcases a splendid Renaissance style, masterfully designed by Adrian Dortsman.

Despite its initial grandeur and architectural excellence, the church underwent several transformations over the years. In 1882, it faced significant remodeling and restoration due to fire damage. Subsequently, a decline in the church's congregation led to its conversion into a concert hall after another fire caused damage in 1993. Ironically, the Old Lutheran Church on Spui, which was originally slated for replacement by the "round" church, remains an active Protestant congregation to this day.

Today, the Round Lutheran Church is interconnected with a tunnel to the neighboring Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel and serves as a venue for weddings, receptions, conferences, and various other events.