Lutherkirche Kassel

The Lutherkirche is a church in Kassel featuring a 76-meter tower and a modern concrete structure that replaced the original neo-Gothic nave in 1970. The building combines the preserved vertical landmark with a contemporary addition that spatially redefines the structure.

The church was built in 1897 through a donation from pharmacist Gottlieb Ferdinand Fiedler and became an important part of city life. World War II destroyed much of the building, yet the tower remained standing and became the anchor point for later reconstruction.

The interior displays concrete reliefs by Emil Kiess and distinctive windows by artist Sigrid von Liebenstein that shape its visual character. These artworks give the space its own language between tradition and modernity.

The church tower houses a public café at its summit that offers visitors views over Kassel. The building is accessible from the outside and works well for a quick visit or neighborhood walk.

Since 2013, the building hosts the CROSS youth culture church, transforming it from a traditional parish space into a contemporary venue for young people. This shift shows how historic buildings can adapt to serve new communities.