Propsteikirche St. Urbanus

The Propsteikirche St. Urbanus features three naves, an octagonal main apse, two side apses, and a tower measuring 48 meters in height.

Originally mentioned in 1019, the current church was built between 1890 and 1893 according to plans by architect Bernhard Hertel at a cost of 300,000 marks.

The interior contains numerous artistic elements, including four musical angel sculptures and a Pietà statue that dates back more than 500 years.

The church building accommodates 1,800 worshipers and contains an organ from 1972 with 50 registers across three manuals and pedals.

The structure sustained severe damage during World War II, leading to simplified reconstruction without the original tower helm between 1946 and 1949.

Location: Gelsenkirchen-Nord (district)

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

GPS coordinates: 51.58050,7.05226

Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:03