Virtual Tour of Volendam, Netherlands

Go on a virtual tour of Volendam, Netherlands in this video series. Hear the famous bells and watch mass during October, the month of the Rosary.



The bells of the St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in the small fishing village of Volendam toll to call the congregation to prayer. In this case it was evening Mass. The bells can be heard from a good distance away.


Contrary to popular belief, the Catholic Church is alive and well in the Netherlands. In the St. Vincent de Paul Church in Volendam Mass is celebrated on a regular basis. Mass in Dutch is a real treat for those of us who are immigrants to other countries. It reminds us of our youth.



The bells of the St. Vincent de Paul Church (Vincentiuskerk) in Volendam call the faithful to services. These bells are heard all over the older section of town including the famous Volendam Harbour.


Sunday Mass in the St. Vincent de Paul Church in Volendam. This beautifully decorated Church is not only a place of prayer and worship but also a destination for its beautiful interior. Well worth a visit.


The bells of the St. Vincent de Paul (St. Vincentiuskerk) in Volendam toll to call the faithful to church.



The month of October is the month of the Rosary. In the Volendam St. Vincent de Paul Church the Rosary is recited as part of the evening Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. This is followed by the Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Benediction. Great to see this practise in Holland and in Dutch.