Baldwin I | |
|---|---|
| Bishop of Utrecht | |
| Church | Catholic Church |
| Diocese | Archdiocese of Utrecht |
| In office | 990–995 |
| Personal details | |
| Died | 10 May 995 |
Baldwin or Boudewijn I van Utrecht (died 10 May 995) was bishop of Utrecht from 990 to 995.
Baldwin came from the area around Bamberg. Nothing is known of his rule as bishop. He was buried in the Dom Church.
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