Mariä Heimsuchung

Mariä Heimsuchung is a Gothic Revival parish church in Zittau featuring a 72-meter bell tower with a pointed spire and two half-height towers framing the main entrance. The interior can hold around 360 people and contains original stained glass and religious artwork throughout the space.

Built between 1883 and 1890 by architect Hermann Knothe-Seeck, the church served the growing Catholic population arriving from Silesia and Bohemia. This construction marked an important expansion of Catholic community presence in the area during the late 1800s.

The church displays stained glass windows showing biblical scenes and stations along its walls that shape the interior and invite prayer.

The church is regularly open for services and offers about 360 seats for visitors. Check with the parish or local tourist information before your visit for opening times and activities.

Pope Leo XIII gifted the church an ornate tabernacle with a golden monstrance flanked by two angels adorning the main altar. This papal present remains a remarkable mark of recognition from Rome.

Location: Zittau

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

GPS coordinates: 50.90165,14.80951

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:40