Bachkirche Arnstadt, Protestant church in Arnstadt, Germany
The Bachkirche features Baroque architectural elements, including a grand nave, high ceilings, wooden pews, and ornate decorative elements throughout the interior spaces.
Johann Sebastian Bach began his career as an organist at this church in 1703 at age 18, marking the start of his professional musical journey.
The church maintains a collection of musical instruments and documents related to Bach's time as an organist, including original manuscripts and period instruments.
Visitors can attend regular organ concerts featuring Bach compositions, with performances scheduled every Sunday afternoon from April through October.
The church houses one of Germany's oldest surviving organs from the early 1700s, which Bach himself played and modified during his tenure.
Location: Arnstadt
GPS coordinates: 50.83420,10.94610
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
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