Neue Kirche

Neue Kirche is a brick church in Wismar with a single nave and five-sided choir closure supported by wooden load-bearing elements. The interior follows a clear, functional layout that directs worshippers toward the central altar.

The church was built in 1950 and 1951 following Otto Bartning's emergency church design Type B, using bricks from a damaged parish building. It represents a solution to rebuild religious spaces in a city recovering from wartime damage.

The church's straightforward name reflects its Protestant purpose and purpose as a gathering place for the local community. Visitors encounter a space designed for worship and reflection that continues to serve its congregation today.

The church is easily accessible on foot in a central location of the city, with parking and amenities nearby. Visitors should check ahead about any scheduled events to ensure they can visit comfortably.

The church was originally intended as a temporary emergency solution after the war but became permanent when the city's main cathedral faced potential demolition in 1960. This unplanned permanence makes it a monument to post-war pragmatism in rebuilding religious spaces.

Location: Wismar

Architects: Otto Bartning

Made from material: brick

GPS coordinates: 53.89050,11.46360

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:02