St Salvatoris

St Salvatoris is a Gothic church in Clausthal-Zellerfeld constructed from solid blocks of greywacke and sandstone with copper elements. The building features tall pointed arches, gable roofs, and small turrets on top.

The church was built between 1675 and 1683 and replaced an older wooden chapel that previously stood on the site. It was later completely renovated and reopened in 1864 following designs by architect Conrad Wilhelm Hase.

The church displays crafted art from different periods, from carved organ details to altar paintings. Visitors can see these valued pieces and understand how skilled craftsmanship held meaning in this mining community over the centuries.

The church is open to visitors on most days and can be explored easily from outside. To see the interior furnishings and decorations, visitors should check opening times in advance or join a guided tour.

It is the only historic church in the Upper Harz region built completely from stone instead of wood as was common before. This construction method made the building more enduring and allowed the mining community to maintain its significance across generations.

Location: Clausthal-Zellerfeld

Inception: August 12, 1675

Architects: Conrad Wilhelm Hase

Official opening: May 9, 1683

Architectural style: Gothic art

Made from material: greywacke, sandstone, copper

GPS coordinates: 51.81630,10.33640

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:42