It was rebuilt in the 13th century in the Romanesque-Gothic style and served as a collegiate church for centuries.
After the Reformation, it became Protestant.
The church is rich in art treasures, including the Hendrick Bader organ from 1643.
The Librije is one of the highlights: a rare chained library (books chained to the lecterns) from 1561-1564.
Two churchwardens, Conrad Slindewater and Herman Berner, had it built as a public reading room next to the church, inspired by medieval monastic libraries.
It still contains hundreds of old books and manuscripts and is one of the best-preserved historical libraries in Europe.
Together, the church and the library form a unique cultural-historical monument in the heart of Zutphen.
Visitors can take guided tours.
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