Markuskirche, Protestant church in Haselbrunn district, Plauen, Germany
The Markuskirche is a Protestant church in the Haselbrunn district with a main tower that rises 62 meters (203 feet) and features distinct architectural divisions. The building houses one of the region's larger organs with 54 registers spread across three manuals.
Construction began in 1910 following a competition with 78 design submissions, and architect Heinrich Adam from Berlin was selected for the project. The original bronze bells installed in 1912 were later replaced with cast steel bells.
The building serves as a gathering place for evangelical-Lutheran believers and its simple design shapes the character of the neighborhood. The interior with its large organ is used for services and concerts, creating a space for both musical and spiritual experiences.
Entry is available through a door approximately 96 centimeters (38 inches) wide, with a ramp at about 10 percent slope for access. Visitors should check local opening hours and events to ensure the building is open for viewing.
The four bronze bells cast in 1912 were among the heaviest of their era and displayed advanced casting techniques of the period. Their removal during World War I was part of a nationwide metal collection campaign that affected many churches.
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