Evangelische Kirche in Elend, Lutheran wooden church in Oberharz am Brocken, Germany.
Description
The Evangelical Church in Elend is a wooden building with neo-Gothic elements, measuring 5 by 11 meters (16 by 36 feet) and built in 1897. The structure combines simple exterior forms with a richly decorated interior shaped by an organ with 400 pipes.
History
The building was constructed in 1897 during a period when many churches in the region were being modernized. In 1904, a donation from a local businessman added a tower and apse, giving the structure its current appearance.
Culture
The choir displays hand-carved altar panels from the Ore Mountains tradition, while stained glass windows from 1908 show the four evangelists that shape the interior's religious imagery.
Practical
The building underwent complete restoration between 1990 and 1994 and was again updated in 2022 to maintain its condition. The small footprint makes it easy to explore, and you can see all its details without spending much time inside.
Did you know?
The church features a manually operated bell system from 1901 that still works today and produces a rustic sound. A movable altar allows flexible use of the space and reflects the practical thinking of the original congregation.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Oberharz am Brocken).
Schnarcherklippen
1.8 km
Feuersteinklippe
2.7 km
Feuerstein-Arena
2.6 km
Scherstorklippen
2.1 km
Bergkirche Schierke
2.7 km
Elendsburg
978 m
Erdbeerkopf
3.4 km
Elendstal
719 m
Wormke
2.2 km
Glashüttenweg
3.6 km
Ahrentsklint
3.5 km
Rathaus Schierke
2.9 km
Hohne-Eiche
4.1 km
Wildererstein
3.2 km
Alte Kirche Schierke
2.6 km
Wormsgraben
4.1 km
Talwächter
355 m
Kramershai
3 km
Kriegerdenkmal Elend
148 m
Kesselklippe
3.4 km
Neuer Weg
3.6 km
Leistenklippe
4.3 km
Pfarrstieg
3.3 km
Hohnekopf
3.9 km
Wurmbergstieg
3.5 km
Dennert-Tanne Die Bremke (Bremer Born) Braunlage
3.8 km
Vaupels Klippe
3.1 km
Herrentisch
4.5 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes