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Soaring high above the ancient facade of the Martinikerk, the greying, 97 meter (318 feet) high form of the Martinitoren looks over the bustling Grote Markt in Groningen. Known to be the highest church steeple in the city, the Martinitoren, which is also the church's bell tower, was built between 1469 and 1482, after lightning struck twice at the same spot and destroyed both the original 13th and 15th century towers. This fine sandstone structure, known as d'Olle Grieze, or the old grey one, consists of an ornate brick staircase that leads to the top, allowing for sweeping views of the square and the surrounding city. On its facade, the tower has pictures of Bernlef, the blind poet, Rudolf Agricola and Saint Martinus, while its bell carries distinct bullet holes from a war-torn era.
