Rechthuis (Bellingwolde)

The Rechthuis (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈrɛxtɦœys]; English: Law House) is a former courthouse in the village of Bellingwolde in the Netherlands. The building with two crow-stepped gables was established in 1643 and used as a civil court for the area Bellingwolde-Blijham until 1811. The building has been a national heritage site since 1972. It is currently used as a private residence.

Rechthuis
The Rechthuis in 2008
Location in Groningen in the Netherlands
General information
TypeFormer courthouse
LocationHoofdweg 235
Bellingwolde, Netherlands
Coordinates53°7′15″N 7°9′59″E
Completed1643
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