It was on this date, 1 August 1674, that a tornado struck Utrecht and destroyed the nave of the cathedral. To this day, the nave has never been rebuilt, even though it originally attached to the Domtoren. Instead, there stands a lovely square which includes the memorial statue to the country's war-related deaths. Considering the numerous events that take place in the Domplein on an almost monthly basis, perhaps the open space has proved more useful over the centuries.

If you feel like visiting the Domplein today, consider heading over in the evening to enjoy the weekly carillon concert. The concert begins at 19:45 and entrance is free. The concerts are held every Monday through the end of August. The best place to enjoy the concert is in the Pandhof, the cloistered garden area. Enjoy a drink and the sounds of the bells and be glad the Domtoren wasn't destroyed in the storm. The concerts are organized by the Utrechtse Klokkenspel Vereniging.